Transformative piece Papyllon to be streamed by Pavilion Dance South West from 18 January
One of the nations' leading dance venues outside London, Pavilion Dance South West (PDSW) will make Papyllon by Ella Mesma available for livestream on its website from Monday 18th January 2021.
‘Survive to thrive’ message as Lighthouse relaunches appeal
As it takes another interval in line with national lockdown restrictions Lighthouse, Poole’s centre for the arts, has again been 'humbled’ by the generosity of its supporters after more than £2100 was raised over the weekend following the relaunch of its Bridge The Gap fundraising campaign.
Take a 2 hour Stroll Along on Bournemouth Beach
Whether you can't visit Bournemouth beach due to Coronavirus restrictions, or maybe the winter weather doesn't allow it, you can now enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Bournemouth coast in this new video.
Spend 3 Hours Relaxing in Bournemouth Gardens Virtually
A new video has been released on Youtube channel The Slow Watch featuring a beautiful scene in Bournemouth Gardens.
How will Cinderella get to the ball? By Bus of course!
Christmas has been a bit of rush for everyone this year and Lighthouse, Poole’s centre for the arts, has made 'Happy Ever After', a very special COVID-secure festive family show, in little more than two months when a traditional panto would take more than a year.
See Christmas Lights from Tuckton to Westbourne
With lockdown restrictions now eased, you are invited to see the lights and visit Bournemouth's trading areas this Christmas to help boost local businesses.
Café Rouge Re-Opens and get 25% off with our Discount Code
Café Rouge is opening again this Wednesday (2nd December) and they are bringing back the 25% off food offer that was running earlier in the year. What’s more – they have a brand new menu launching too!
Last Call for Entries to Highcliffe Castle’s 2021 Photography Competition
Grade 1 listed Highcliffe Castle is asking people to appreciate the little things in life as the theme for their 2021 photography competition.
Free Parking and Discounted Buses this Christmas
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will have access to a generous package of travel offers in the run to up to Christmas, in a bid to support local businesses.
A look at the Bournemouth Beach Works
Work is continuing on Bournemouth Beach to replace the groynes and keep our world famous beach in tip-top condition.
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Interview with Chris Jarvis, star of Christmas show Happy Ever After
Chris Jarvis couldn’t be happier to be spending his Christmas in Poole, on stage at Lighthouse starring in and directing Happy Ever After, the show he wrote in response to being unable to do panto this year.
BSC Carol Concert and Shows go on Sale at Lighthouse
Despite the recent government announcement, planning continues in anticipation of audiences returning for live shows next month and Lighthouse, Poole’s centre for the arts, is able to announce Bournemouth Symphony Chorus will stage its annual Christmas Carol Concert on 23 December.
Revived Wimborne Museum Announces Reopening Date and New Name
The Priest’s House Museum, Wimborne, has confirmed its reopening date following a major revival project and will be relaunching with a new name – the Museum of East Dorset.
The much-loved attraction, which closed its doors over a year ago, makes its highly anticipated return on October 26, when the public will be invited back to explore the improved facilities, collections, and exhibitions.
Strictly Q&A with Kevin and Joanne Clifton
Strictly Champion siblings Kevin and Joanne Clifton are heading out on tour this autumn in An Evening with Kevin and Joanne Clifton, an intimate show produced for a socially distanced audience that comes to Poole Lighthouse on Saturday 31 October 2020.
Go Ape…after dark!
This autumn, thrill seekers are being invited to run, leap and zip their way through a series of new night-time adventures, coming exclusively to Go Ape!
30 photos from Arts Fest 'In Memoriam' and 'The Windbreak'
On Sunday 27 September, and against a perfect blue sky, we visited two more of the installations as part of this Arts By The Sea Festival 2020.
BID secures £65,000 for Boscombe to be beautified
Boscombe is to benefit from a £65,000 grant that will be used to add seating, lighting and plants - and to give it a deep clean.
40 photos from Saturday night at the Arts Festival
A pared-down Arts By The Sea Festival kicked off this weekend in Bournemouth. Due to the ongoing Coronavirus situation, many events were online only with just a handful of live events taking place Friday 25th September – Sunday 4th October 2020.
Local Theme Park Wins Two Silver in National Awards
Canvas to re-open after 172 Days
After 172 days closed due to Coronavirus, loft bar and live lounge Canvas is re-opening in Bournemouth.
Voucher Code to get 25% off at Cafe Rouge this Monday to Thursday
Arts by the Sea Festival 2020 - What's On When?
Bournemouth's Arts by the Sea Festival is 10 and the popular festival returns 25th - 27th September 2020. This year it will explore ‘Journeys’ as the theme.
See 'Strictly Ballroom The Musical' in Bournemouth in March
Strictly Ballroom the Musical, based on the award-winning world-wide film phenomenon, is heading out to tour the UK and coming to Bournemouth in March 2021.
Local Museum Receives National Lottery Grant to Address Covid-19
The Priest’s House Museum in Wimborne, Dorset has received National Lottery grant support to help address the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on heritage.
Offshore Power Boats Speed By Bournemouth
Blink and you’d have missed them! The UK offshore power boat season started on Sunday 30th August and saw power boats speed across the Bournemouth coastline, having started in Poole Harbour.
Strong Female Leads New Lighthouse Cinema Season
Six months to the day that the curtain fell on the last film screening before lockdown cinema returns to Lighthouse, Poole’s centre for the arts, on 17 September with a season of film stories that have notably strong female roles in common.
Panto Postponed but Lighthouse has ‘Plan B’ for Christmas
In line with many theatres up and down the country, for the first time in its 42-year history Lighthouse, Poole’s centre for the arts, has taken the difficult decision to postpone its traditional family pantomime until next year.
The Pig On The Beach - Restaurant Review
As lockdown is eased and restaurants are opening their doors again, we wanted to visit somewhere special for our first restaurant review. Nestled on the Isle of Purbeck is The Pig on the Beach which seemed to fit the bill. Here you'll find a walled kitchen garden, stunning sea views, a path to the beach, a herd of Dorset Horn sheep and top-notch quality, locally sourced food.
Bournemouth Arts By The Sea Festival 2020 To Go Ahead
Bournemouth's Arts by the Sea Festival is back for 2020. The popular festival will be different this year due to the COVID-19 situation, but there's still lots to look forward to.
Eat Out To Help Out in Bournemouth
Up to the 31 August you can get a 50% discount when you eat in at restaurants that are registered with the Eat Out to Help Out scheme.
Riverdance Returns to Bournemouth in 2021 - tickets on sale now
Bournemouth Emerging Arts Fringe Opens First ‘Socially Distanced’ Exhibition
Bournemouth Emerging Arts Fringe (BEAF) opens its first ‘socially distanced’ exhibition at its new pop-up venue in the heart of Boscombe.
Mr Mulligans Reopens Ready for Summer Holidays
Families can get back into the swing of things this summer as Mr Mulligans adventure golf in Bournemouth reopens its doors on Friday.
Poole Lighthouse to Open its Doors in September
Lighthouse, Poole’s centre for the arts, is to open again to the public on Tuesday 15 September, six months to the day after closing in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Audacious Launches Confessions Art Project
A safe space in which secrets can be shared in complete anonymity, a place to free guilt, cleanse the soul and unburden the mind – what would you confess?
Amazing £1.57 Billion Boost for The Arts Welcomed
The government’s £1.57 billion rescue package for Britain’s crisis-hit arts, culture and heritage sector has been welcomed as an “amazing boost to us all” by Elspeth McBain, Chief Executive of Lighthouse, Poole’s centre for the arts.
Monsters Invade Bournemouth! Can You Find Them All?
30 photos from the Dorset Arts Festival 2020
The Dorset Arts Festival 2020 is one of the first larger public events taking place after the Coronavirus lockdown. The event launched today, Friday 3rd July, and carries on all weekend.
Full list of Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch parks re-opening 4th July
On Saturday 4 July, the council will open most playgrounds and play areas across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The remaining parks open on Monday 6 July.
Which National Trust places are now open?
The National Trust have opened more than 100 gardens and parks across the country. Some local properties remain closed, including Brownsea Island, but there are still many fabulous places currently open.
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