The Gloucester

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...

Catch a Crab Crabbing is brilliant traditional family fun; you can spend hours sat on a harbour wall, ice cream in one hand, crabbing net in the other. Where are the best places to catch those crabs? Try Kimmeridge Bay, Mudeford Quay, West Bay Harbour, Poole Quay and Weymouth Harbour all excellent crabbing spots. What will you need to catch them? Use a crabbing net (not a line) plus some bait — they love bacon or smelly fish — and sink the net straight down the ... Read more...

Top Firework Displays in Dorset 2025 1. Bournemouth Fireworks – Friday Night Spectaculars Location: Bournemouth Beach / Pier Dates: Every Friday night from 25th July until the end of August Why Go: Watch spectacular fireworks light up the sky over Bournemouth beach. These displays are set off near Bournemouth Pier and are part of the town’s vibrant summer festivities. Bournemouth Fireworks are free to attend and perfect for families, couples, and ... Read more...

18 Family-Friendly Dorset Attractions for 2025 From sandy beaches to historical hideouts, animal encounters to adrenaline-fuelled adventures, Dorset is packed with places to make this summer unforgettable. Whether you’re travelling with toddlers, teens, or grandparents in tow, there’s something for everyone on this list. Dorset Museum & Art Gallery Here are 18 top Dorset attractions that deserve a place on your summer must-visit list! 1. Dorset ... Read more...