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Thousands sign petition against booking system for west Dorset tip

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Seven days ago, Dorset Council announced that a new free-to-use system will be implemented across all household recycling centres, aiming to make visits quicker and reduce waiting times. Since then, regular users of the tip in Dorset have shared their fears that the introduction of a slot booking system, which will stagger when people use the facilities, will be confusing and encourage fly tipping across the county.
Store solar plan among latest west Dorset planning decisions

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Trevor Bevins

The decisions will allow up to 35 panels to help reduce energy costs for the business. Details of the application and the council’s decision can be read on the authority’s website, along with others from the West Dorset area, using the references provided. Users can comment on individual proposals via the council website. P/FUL/2025/02406 : Charmouth Stores The Street Charmouth DT6 6PP. Reposition existing shed and install 20 roof mounted solar panels and 15 ground mounted solar panels.
"An issue that doesn't exist" - Calls for tip booking system to be scrapped

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Dorset Council has announced that a new free-to-use system will be implemented across all household recycling centres, aiming to make visits quicker and reduce waiting times. People will need to book a slot in advance under the new arrangements, which will be introduced in the autumn. Councillors in west Dorset say there was no consultation regarding the new plans with some saying that the booking system should be scrapped until one is undertaken.
West Dorset farm wins battle to have weekend music until 2am

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Trevor Bevins

Dorset Council has made the change at Bredy Farm, Burton Bradstock, temporary for a year – until the end of May 2026, giving time to test whether additional sound proofing at the site has been effective. The application, which the business said merely aligned its barn hours with its festival licence, had been opposed by the parish council and some neighbours.
Popular seafood restaurant Rachel's in West Bay closes

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Rachel’s, which has been a staple on the quayside in West Bay since 2007 boasting some of the best fish and chips in the region, has closed its kiosk in the seaside resort following an announcement on social media. The owners will be continuing operations from their other location, a shepherd's hut in Litton Cheney, offering a variety of seafood there whilst Rubicon Kitchen expands their business in West Bay.
Major rescue operation as casualty airlifted from 'unstable cliff'

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Coastguard teams from Lyme Regis and Beer were dispatched to Haven Cliffs near Axmouth in Devon at around 8pm after two kayakers reported hearing cries for help coming from nearby cliffs. Sidmouth Independent Lifeboat, which was nearby on a training exercise, was the first on scene and conducted a sea-based shoreline search of the area. Lifeboat crews guided rope rescue teams from Lyme Regis and Beer to the cliff-top, approximately 60 metres above the casualty’s location.
Environmental campaigners concerned by government budget cuts

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Alfie Lumb

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced that the Department of Environment, Farming and Rural Agriculture (Defra) will be hit with a cut to its budget. According to reports, Defra’s overall budget has been reduced by 2.3 per cent in real terms which will continue with a decade-long decline in funding. The cuts are expected to affect various environmental programmes, including efforts to combat water pollution, manage flood risks, and support nature conservation.
Beaminster beat Sturminster in Dorset County Division Two

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Will Moss

BEAMINSTER dominated with the ball to secure victory against Sturminster & Hinton. Sturminster won the toss and elected to bat, looking to apply pressure on the Beaminster bowling attack. Ben Fry (2-32) opened the bowling alongside Simon Jones and seemed to make the opening batsmen uncomfortable, with a couple of snorting short deliveries claiming the wickets of Sturminster’s 1 and 3.
Final farewell for 'spectacular' sculptures ahead of fundraising auction

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Andy Jones

9 1/1 THOUSANDS of people have being saying their final farewells to a herd of unique elephants helping to raise vital funds for an end of life care charity. Weldmar Hospicecare's Stampede by the Sea art trail featured 59 brightly-coloured hand-painted elephant sculptures that have captivated the hearts of residents and visitors alike.
The history of one of the most admired cottages in seaside town

1 week ago | bridportnews.co.uk | Joanna O'Donnell

This charming old cottage is one of the most admired old buildings in Lyme Regis (Image: Rustic Photos) THIS lovely old cottage is one of the most admired buildings in Lyme Regis. Library Cottage has seen an incredible amount of the west Dorset seaside resort's history, however, many people think that it's much older than it actually is due to features added at a later date.