The seventh annual Literary Festival takes places in Bridport from 6th – 13th November. The town will be hosting an eclectric line up of authors and poets at various venues including, The Electric Palace, The Bull Hotel, The Riverside Hotel … Continue reading →

A visit to Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens is a must for any visitor to South West Dorset, but from 13th – 30th October the magnificent gardens are illuminated by candlelight. During this period, the gardens can be visited during daylight hours … Continue reading →

The Eat Dorset Fair takes place this weekend in the beautiful grounds of Parnham House, Beaminster. Over 50 local food producers from Dorset and the surrounding counties will gather to promote a wonderful array of their wares. The event has … Continue reading →

We were delighted to discover that Olivia Chapman has scooped more awards for her wonderful Oleo Beauty products. Her Rosemary and Nettle shampoo won the Editor’s Choice in the ‘Green Parent’ magazine and the Replenishing Facial Mosturiser was highly commended. … Continue reading →

The second annual Hat Festival takes place in Bridport this weekend with a packed programme of events for hat wearers of all ages. Hank Wangford and the Lost Cowboys kick off the proceedings Friday evening at the Bridport Arts Centre. … Continue reading →

The Watch House Café in West Bay was taken over by The Hive Beach Café team a couple of months ago and is going from strength to strength. With another enviable coastal position, the Watch House is just metres away … Continue reading →

The Melplash Show takes place in the showground at West Bay on Thursday 25th August. Established in 1847, the event celebrates the South West’s agricultural heritage and promises to be a fantastic day out for all the family. The event … Continue reading →

The National Trust Rangers are back on the Hive Beach this Summer. This popular scheme allows children some free fun packed time with fully accredited, local employees of the National Trust and give parents some time to themselves (should they … Continue reading →

The St Mary’s Church Fete takes place at the Rectory Gardens Thursday 4th August.   Reverend Bob will be starting proceedings at 2pm and will be available later to have wet sponges thrown at him (what a sport!) The Fete promises … Continue reading →

Café culture is synonymous with people watching, but in the case of the Hive Beach Café most of the watching takes place over the glorious vista of Lyme bay, stretching over 50 miles from Lyme Regis to Portland. Imagine the delight … Continue reading →