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Get pedalling for Prizes!
Saddle up and pedal your way to prizes as part of the ‘Love to Ride Momentum’ National Cycle Challenge during September. The Challenge is a fun, free cycling competition between workplaces to see which...
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National Award for Avon Heath
Avon Heath County Park has been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award . The award is the benchmark national standard for parks and green spaces in the UK. It is Dorset’s largest country park and...
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Be bright, be seen this autumn
Cyclists and walkers are being urged to ‘be bright and be seen’ by Dorset County Council ahead of the clocks going back next weekend (Sunday 30 October). Making sure that you and your bike are easily...
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Put your foot forward in Dorset for the South West Coast Path Challenge 2016
Walkers will descend on Durlston County Park later this month as it hosts the start part for one of the legs of the South West Coastal Path Challenge. Durlston has been chosen as the final one of four...
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Healthy Options Awards presented in Christchurch
Two well established and popular eateries in Christchurch have been recognised and presented Healthy Options Awards by Christchurch and East Dorset Councils. Cheese & Alfies and Stewarts Garden...
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Lottery win for Dorset project helping people with dementia through nature
The Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) team is celebrating £320,000 Lottery funding for a project that helps people with dementia to improve their health and wellbeing through nature....
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Schools get ready for the Big Pedal
Schools across Dorset are invited to join The Big Pedal 2017 – a national challenge to get more young people cycling and scooting to school. The Big Pedal, which runs from Monday 20 to Friday 31 March,...
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Best foot forward on National Walk to Work Day
April 7 is National Walk to Work Day. Introduced to encourage people to be mindful of their health and their carbon footprint. Most people rely on cars, trains or public transport for their commute to...
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Spend 30 Days Wild with your class in June
Schools across Dorset have signed up to 30 Days Wild, the UK’s month-long nature challenge taking place from 1 to 30 June.Since it was started by the Wildlife Trusts a few years ago, 30 Days Wild has...
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Ready for bike to school week?
Children across the county will get on their bikes during National Bike to School Week, 5 – 9 June. The Sustrans Bike It Plus project, funded by Dorset County Council, has been working with schools...
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Saddle up for National Bike Week
It’s National Bike Week, and you can show your support by saddling up yourself. Our extensive network of cycle paths has encouraged more people to cycle every year in Dorset. Cycling is an easy and...
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Get out and about for a healthy lifestyle
Nationally we spend more each year on the treatment of obesity and diabetes than we do on the police, fire service and judicial system combined. In 2014/15, it was estimated that the NHS in England...
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8 cool and unusual places in Dorset to discover
With a stunning coastline and lush green countryside, Dorset is full of landmarks and hidden gems to seek out.If you want to get off the beaten track and escape the crowds, take time to explore some...
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Looking for some fun and healthy activities for your kids this summer holiday?
Why not let them get a taste of the great outdoors at Thorncombe Woods Local Nature Reserve. They’ll be able to explore the wonderful woodland, learn some new skills and enjoy a picnic with a Forest...
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Dementia friendly woodland walks at Hardy’s Birthplace
Do you know someone affected by dementia? Thorncombe Wood near Dorchester is offering guided walks in the landscape that inspired Thomas Hardy’s writings. The walks are an opportunity for people...
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Funding available to help older people connect with nature
Local communities can now apply for funding and help older people in Dorset get active outdoors. Thanks to the Big Lottery Fund, Stepping into Nature has grants from £100 up to £2,000 for projects in...
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Best foot forward for National Walking Month
May is National Walking Month so put on your walking shoes and make it part of your daily routine. There are loads of health benefits to be had. Adding a brisk pace to your step can help you feel...
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‘On your bike’ is the message to children and staff at Gillingham school.
Three new cycle shelters have been provided by Dorset County Council to encourage more pupils and staff to ride in. The shelters, which cost just over £11k, will give the children and staff a safe...
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5 ways our Family Information Directory can help you this January
The tree is down, the leftovers have been eaten (bar a few pesky mince pies) and it’s back to school/work after the excitement of the festive period. However, January doesn’t need to be all doom and...
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Win a family day out!
Enter our competition for your chance to win a voucher for a fun-filled day at Avon Heath Country Park! Your voucher will include your parking for the day, a cup of tea or coffee and cake for four...
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