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Waggy tails at Wareham Forest!
Dorset Dogs had a beautiful morning for their pit stop at Wareham Forest, much-loved by local dog owners and doggy visitors to Dorset too. They joined Forestry England for an information pop-up along with the Rural Crime Team and Firewise UK. They met lots of happy...
Giant sand lizard seen in Purbeck!
A giant sand lizard has been seen firstly, in a field near Creech, and now on the side of Corfe Castle's hill. But don't fear, this sand lizard is no monster, but rather an incredible art installation by local artist Eilidh Middleton, and created in conjunction...
Free fun library sessions this summer!
The UHP education team is running free library sessions for kids this summer. With crafts and games for all ages, there’s plenty to keep them busy during the holidays. So why not pop along to the sessions below. Monday 7th August – Corfe Mullen 10:30-12:00. Tuesday...
Heath Week is back!
Heath Week is a week of events celebrating our amazing and precious heathlands across the region, from 24 to 30 July. This is the 3rd year we’ve teamed up with partners and colleagues to create a series of both virtual and live events. From wildlife walks and...
Poem inspired by our Dorset heathlands
A Yr 6 student from Winton Primary was so inspired by his visit to the heath that he wrote this beautiful poem: I am the... I am the trees, swaying softly as I stand in my place on the hillside. I am the tall hillside, green with luscious grass, shrubs and bushes....
The Paddle Power map is here!
Exciting news… BARI's Paddle Power map is here! The Bird and Recreation Initiative (BARI) has been working hard to produce a map for stand up paddlers, canoeists, kayakers and everyone that uses paddle power along our coastline! The map gives advice on where to and...
