Feature Archive

Marketing West Swanage Business Awards 2025 – Celebrating Local Excellence!

We were thrilled to be category sponsors at this year’s Swanage Business Awards which is one of our favourite events; ...

Pirates power to commanding position in KO Cup final

Poole Pirates are within touching distance of securing their first silverware of the season, after a commanding first-leg win against Redcar ...

When getting divorced, what are the benefits of going through Financial Mediation?

After a relationship ends, reaching an agreement about finances can sometimes feel daunting and overwhelming.

TGT Meets: Abi Randle from Fostering South West

We spoke with Abi, the Fostering Recruitment Support Officer at Fostering South West. We found out more about the work ...

REVIEW: The Britannia Serves Up Autumn with Style

There are some evenings that just work - when the food, setting, and service all come together effortlessly. That’s exactly ...

Top 5 Simple SEO Mistakes That Could Be Hurting Your Website

Think you don’t have time for SEO? Think again. In just 5 minutes, you can make sure your strategy isn’t ...

Kerr on form to propel Pirates to Championship grand final

Lewis Kerr was the star of the show as Poole Pirates kept their treble hopes alive by reaching the SGB ...

Brasserie Blanc unveils refreshed branding and launches new autumn menu

Brasserie Blanc, the much-loved French restaurant group founded by Raymond Blanc OBE, is delighted to reveal a refreshed brand identity ...

UpTown Junk Wins Prestigious Regional Award for Furniture Upcycling

UpTown Junk, an independent furniture upcycling business based in Poole, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the ...

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight Returns to Bournemouth with a Darkly Majestic New Concert Experience

Following two sold-out performances that shook Bournemouth to its core in 2024, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is back: bigger, ...

Del Boy’s back… on stage! Sir David Jason to perform live in Bournemouth

From Peckham to the Pavilion: Sir David Jason is set to bring the wit, warmth, and chaos of Only Fools ...

Spotlight on Local Business Support: Evolve Advisory

We recently caught up with Evolve Advisory, a Poole based team dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs across the county.

Networking event in Hurn

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity, is pleased to announce it’s next ‘Pastries with…’ networking event.

Cost vs Quality: When a “Cheap” Hair Transplant Becomes Expensive (UK)

Saving £1,000–£2,000 upfront can end up costing far more through revision surgery, visible scarring, donor depletion, SMP maintenance, extended time ...

Car Finance Broker: Unlocking the Best Deals for You

Navigating the world of car finance can be a daunting endeavor, but as a discerning consumer, you understand the importance ...

PMLD Club to support families of children with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity is now running a PMLD Club, dedicated to giving families who have a child with ...

New Trainees at Frettens

At Frettens, we’re proud of our reputation for developing people. From apprenticeships and placements to our graduate schemes and training ...

TGT Meets...Steve McCarten - Festival Director of The Bournemouth International Film Festival

At TGT, we love celebrating the people shaping today’s creative industries, and few roles embody that spirit more than the ...

Frettens Directors Dining Club Welcomes Dorset’s Business Leaders

Last Friday lunchtime, we had the pleasure of attending the latest Frettens Directors Dining Club at the beautiful Captain’s Club ...

Mischief Makers: Spooky Edition

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity, is opening the doors to The Treehouse for a special Halloween day of fun.

Get crafty throughout Autumn and Winter

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity, craft club continues throughout Autumn and Winter with a range of activities:

The Benefits of Online Networking

Networking is one of the most powerful tools for business growth; but in today’s busy world, finding the time to ...

Individuality Swimming Makes a Splash with Four National Award Nominations

Dorset based swim school Individuality Swimming is riding a wave of celebration this week after being named as finalists in ...

REVIEW: Lunch Time at Wraps n Roll

We headed over to Wraps n Rolls in The Dolphin, Poole this week for a quick lunchtime bite – and ...

Rowe records win to scoop cash prize in Blue Riband event at Poole

Blue Riband winner Anders Rowe revealed how he was close to withdrawing from the event, before winning the individual trophy ...

Cairns steps up as Pirates progress to Knockout Cup final

Teenager Will Cairns admitted he was “over the moon” to help Poole Pirates progress to the Knockout Cup final, after ...

TBN West Dorset September Brunch at The Fox Inn, Ansty

The Total Business Network (TBN) West Dorset Brunch returned on Tuesday for another inspiring morning of networking, collaboration, and learning ...

REVIEW: Total Guide to Dorset’s VW ID. Buzz Gets a Makeover – Thanks to Bournemouth Sign Co

We’re thrilled to reveal the newest addition to the Total Guide to Dorset family – our brand-new VW ID. Buzz, ...

5 Reasons Upwey Wishing Well is Dorset’s Hidden Gem

Looking for a day out that feels magical, memorable, and just a little bit mysterious? Tucked away in the quaint ...

Pirates deliver place in BSN Series final

Boss Neil Middleditch insisted his Poole Pirates team “more than delivered” as they cruised into the final of the BSN Series.

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