Coastline Cruises

Pumpkin Picking Autumn When autumn arrives, Dorset transforms into a picture-perfect countryside filled with crisp air, golden leaves, and of course – pumpkins! Whether you’re looking for the perfect pumpkin to carve, cook, or simply snap some seasonal photos with, pumpkin picking in Dorset has become a must-do family tradition. With charming pick-your-own farms packed with activities, there are a number of places to explore across the county. Why Go Pumpkin ... Read more...

The October half-term is now synonymous with Halloween and all the spooky fun that comes with it. If you’re planning to celebrate Halloween in Dorset, you’re in for a treat! From ghostly adventures to pumpkin-filled family fun, the county is bursting with Halloween events for all ages. Grab your broomsticks, sharpen those fangs, and prepare to have one hell of a good time! It's scary how much there is to choose from. Whether you’re after family-friendly ... Read more...

Extraordinary Events in Extraordinary Places: Inside Out Dorset Returns for 2025! Photo credits - from left to right, top to bottom - Martynas Pelpys, Thames festival Trust, Toc de Fusta, Jayne Jackson, Attakkalari, Radical Ritual, We Fear, Cie D'es Tro With event titles like River of Hope, Sonnet of Samsara, Poi, and Canopy, curiosity is guaranteed, and so it should be. This much-loved bi-annual festival transforms Dorset into a stage for unusual and creative ... Read more...

Chesil Beach Café – Abbotsbury Beach Tucked down a winding lane beyond the subtropical gardens of Abbotsbury, you'll catch glimpses of the legendary Chesil Beach, sometimes hard to tell where the sky ends and the sea begins. Follow the track a little further, and you’ll reach the sweeping stretch of Abbotsbury Beach, well loved by fishermen and walkers - and now, by food lovers too. Back in 2024, Sally Allan, a familiar face on Dorset’s ... Read more...

Weymouth’s Newest Attraction Is Making Waves If you’ve been down to Weymouth Harbour lately, near to the Pavilion, you might have spotted a striking new arrival, a beautiful, state-of-the-art passenger vessel that’s already turning heads. We recently hopped aboard for a sneak preview and… wow. It’s clear that serious thought (and a great eye for design) has gone into every detail. The interiors are sleek, stylish, and surprisingly luxurious, but ... Read more...