Feature Archive

Baby Buddies sessions for under 2s with complex medical conditions

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity are offering free multi-sensory sessions for families with babies aged 0-2 years with complex medical conditions.

Liz Hutchings - Founder Total Guide & Total Marketing

Is There a Paid Search Equivalent on ChatGPT? What Businesses Need to Know Now

Search is changing again. For years, Google has dominated how businesses pay to be seen online through PPC (pay-per-click). But ...

Advantage Padel Opens in Mudeford This Monday: Here’s Why You Should Visit!

Advantage Padel is officially opening its doors in Mudeford, Christchurch on Monday 26th January 2026, bringing one of the most ...

Dorset Craft Meets Nordic Wellness: Inside Poole-Based Sauna Stable

From stable to sauna, a Poole-based business is reimagining traditional craftsmanship for a new generation of wellness living.

Bill Kenwright's Multi Award-Winning Production of 'Blood Brothers' Spring 2026 Cast and Dates Announced

Bill Kenwright’s legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers has announced its Spring 2026 tour dates, ...

Let’s Celebrate Seafood & Sounds Poole Together in 2026

Poole Old Town and The Quay will once again come alive with the sights, sounds and flavours of the coast ...

VIDEO: Fostering South West - Get to know our local council foster carer Wes

Here is one of Fostering South West's local council foster carers sharing one of their favourite little wins when it ...

Flagship community sauna to open on the Dorset coast in Spring 2026

The award-winning Nordic bathing company The Saltwater Sauna will open its flagship site in Boscombe, Dorset, in Spring 2026 — ...

Soft Play – but for adults!

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity is opening it’s large soft play area for adults to enjoy for the very first time.

People of Poole: Stories That Celebrate Community, Connection, and Business in Dorset

There’s a quiet revolution happening in Poole, Dorset, in the everyday moments that truly define this vibrant coastal community.

Polymer Clay Earring Workshop brings creativity to The Treehouse

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity, is hosting a Polymer Clay Earring Workshop on Tuesday 10 February from 6 pm to 9 pm ...

REVIEW: Team Building with a Difference at Vagabond Pilates Dorset

Kicking off the new year with positive habits is always easier when you do it together, and our recent team-building ...

Total Business Network Launches Referrer of the Month with Après Provence & MeadowSweet Posies

We are excited to announce an exciting new partnership with two standout Dorset brands: Après Provence sparkling rosé wine and ...

Swish, Sip & Connect: Business Networking in Southbourne

Elevate your mid-week networking with Swish, Sip & Connect, a vibrant social evening for local professionals, creatives, entrepreneurs, and community ...

Prezzo Serves Up Smiles this Blue Monday with 99p Pasta & Pizza Offer

On Monday 19th January 2026, Italian favourite Prezzo Italian is bringing its hugely popular 99p mains deal back to restaurants ...

VIDEO: Swanage from Above | Stunning Drone Footage of Swanage

Introducing our new series exploring Dorset from above. Stunning Drone took to the skies to capture some of our favourite ...

TGT Meets: Simon Ellson from ActionCOACH

In this edition of TGT Meets, we catch up with Simon Ellson from ActionCOACH.

Treecycling success for Disability Charity

Diverse Abilities’ Treecycling 2026 has officially wrapped up, and what an incredible achievement it has been. Over the Treecycling weekend ...

TV Comedian Favourite in Bournemouth

Mike Cox has quickly made his mark on the comedy circuit with his his sharp wit and everyday cynicism which ...

Illuminate at The Blue Pool 2026 – A Magical Winter Light Trail Review

There’s something truly special about winter evenings in Dorset, and we took the family to the opening night of ...

Poole Speedway’s 2026 season tickets now on sale

Poole Speedway’s season tickets are now on sale for the 2026 campaign.

Owner Matt Ford back in the UK 'to play a different role' at Poole Pirates

Poole Pirates owner Matt Ford insisted he would play a “different role” on his return to running the club back ...

Bridport Business Awards 2026: Celebrating a Thriving Local Business Community at The Bull Hotel

What a brilliant afternoon at the Bridport Business Awards 2026 (organised by Marketing West), held at the iconic Bull Hotel ...

Best Jurassic Coast Walk for Views: Tyneham Range to Worbarrow Bay Circular (4.6 Miles)

If you’re looking for a Dorset Jurassic Coast walk with huge views, a beach stop and a little adventure for ...

The AI Exchange is coming to Bournemouth and Christchurch

Businesses across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are invited to attend The AI Exchange – a free and informal workshop designed ...

Frettens solicitors now open in Wimborne

On Monday 5th January Frettens officially opened the (rather bright) doors to their new Wimborne office.

Find out more about a Deputyship

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s disability charity, have teamed up with South West Wills & Probate to run a Q&A session about ...

Blaze Rebels Taster Session at David Lloyd Poole: Parent & Child Review

There’s something about January that makes you want a reset - but if you’ve got kids, it’s not always easy ...

VIDEO: Coastal Walks in Dorset

Is this REALLY Dorset? Save this for your next Dorset walk inspo! We did the most exciting little Jurassic Coast adventure ...

Give your Christmas Tree a new purpose

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s disability charity is running their annual Christmas tree recycling service sponsored by Waste Management Facilities. Bookings are ...

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