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The 5 most mispronounced Dorset place names by outsiders according to locals
Shapwick, Beaminster and Puncknowle are among the most mispronounced Dorset place names, according to readers.
Local news from Beaminster and the surrounding area
Shapwick, Beaminster and Puncknowle are among the most mispronounced Dorset place names, according to readers.
Listed building schemes and home improvement plans have been submitted across the west Dorset area, including proposals in Beaminster, Broadoak, Marshwood, and West Milton.
A new manor house near Beaminster is being proposed
Doc Martin star Martin Clunes has revealed the moment his puppies attacked a lamb on his farm near Beaminster in West Dorset, leaving him feeling “horrified”.
Parnham Park in Beaminster has been named among the most inspiring gardens to visit this summer, according to Country Living
Here is how to pronounce the Dorset town of Beaminster - which could be the most mis-pronounced town in the county
A dash of yellow has brightened the streets of Beaminster, with new town‑themed flags fluttering above shopfronts ahead of Dorset Day
Explore the story of Daniel’s Knowle near Beaminster, a hidden Dorset graveyard linked to the Monmouth Rebellion and a remarkable escape.
Dorset Trefoil guilds from Dorchester, Weymouth, Mudeford, Beaminster, Poole, and Kinson, undertook beach cleans on April 30.
A popular market near Beaminster celebrating the best of the local food scene is returning to west Dorset next month
Interior designer Henriette von Stockhausen has restored an 18th-century stable block near Beaminster into a bold, art-filled home
Stars from Time Team stopped for dinner at Beaminster Curry House while working on a new excavation at Mapperton House near Beaminster
Well, it seems our lovely Beaminster has had a bit of excitement! A fire broke out in a thatched roof not far from town, and you won't believe what started it. It's a good reminder to be careful with reflective surfaces on sunny days!
Oh dear, it sounds like our neighbours have been dealing with a rather dramatic incident! We're hearing reports of a thatch fire that required a good number of firefighters to bring under control. Thankfully, it was near Beaminster, so hopefully, everyone is safe and sound.
Exciting news for our Beaminster community! A new travellers' site has been given the green light, and it's wonderfully close to home for one of our most famous residents. We'll be keeping an eye on how this develops right here in Beaminster.
Well, it looks like we're taking a trip down memory lane today! We're reminiscing about a truly remarkable achievement right here in Beaminster – a bobsleigh team that smashed records and put our town on the map!
Great news for Beaminster! Local housing association Abri has officially kicked off work on a brand new £17 million development right here in our town. This exciting project promises to bring much-needed new homes to our community.