Purbeck Plus

20/11/2023

Fantastic news this morning 🌺

62 High Street, Swanage, which will become the new flower shop(Image from Selina Kerley on Facebook) A Swanage resident, Selina Kerley has announced to the local community this morning that she int…

07/09/2023

If you missed it last night, Mel Giedroyc and Martin Clunes visited parts of Purbeck and Dorset as they ‘Explore Britain by the Book’.

Catch up now on ITVX

Uncover Dorset's local quirks & joys with Mel Giedroyc & Martin Clunes

19/02/2023

Please view the attached link for details and updates regarding the power cuts which have been affecting addresses in Swanage today.

View, monitor and report power outages and network damage in SSENs operational region.

25/01/2023

We are currently looking for friendly people to join our team here at Purbeck Plus, with the simple mission of becoming the best and most trusted local news site across the local area.

Our positions are voluntary for now, but we hope to be generating an income soon which we will of course use to pay our contributors.

If you’ve got the passion and determination to try and help make us a success, we look forward to hearing from you!

We are always on the lookout for people ato join our friendly team in running Purbeck Plus. Please check out our roles below, and if you are interested then do not hesitate to Contact Us. Volunteer…

21/01/2023

Due to icy conditions making the Trust10 route unsafe, we have sadly taken the decision to cancel the January T10 tomorrow on Sunday 22nd January. We look forward to seeing you in February.

©National Trust Images/Jon Bish

16/01/2023

‼️ Warning of black ice ‼️

Despite roads already being gritted, puddles and standing water are turning to black ice, making the roads extremely treacherous.

We have been out gritting since 1pm and will continue gritting major routes through overnight.

Only travel if absolutely necessary and if you do need to travel, take great care. See where we are gritting - https://orlo.uk/fjVaW

16/01/2023

Flash floods from overnight rain are causing travel chaos across Purbeck and the wider Dorset area this morning.

Please be advised to only travel if it’s absolutely essential.

10/01/2023

✨ Important Announcement ✨

The café, shop and museum will be shut between Friday 13th January – Thursday 2nd February for maintenance and redecoration. The Pier will remain opening during this time.

Please visit our website for more information.

05/01/2023

Further to our earlier post about Christmas tree recycling, Rudge’s in Swanage is taking them for a suggested donation of £5. The trees will then be turned into woodchip which will be donated to Margaret Green Animal Rescue along with 100% of the proceeds. An amazing gesture! 💚🌲

We are proud to be a designated drop off for Margaret Green Animal Rescue] Christmas Tree Recycling programme.

For a suggested donation of just £5 to this amazing charity you can drop off your Christmas tree to our shop and have it chipped by JSR Tree Care] where not only will 100% if all proceeds go to Margaret Green, the woodchip created from your tree will then be taken to one of Margaret Green Animal Rescue] sites and reused on paths and animal enclosures!

If you are struggling to fit your tree into your car then feel free to get in touch with either us or JSR Tree Care] to arrange a collections where suggested donations start from just £10..

Give a little something back to a truly wonderful charity this New Year!!

05/01/2023

You can dispose of your real Christmas tree for free at Upton County Park until 10th January.

04/01/2023

A local community member has praised Swanage Fire Station for its fast response after a car was discovered on fire this evening on the service lane connecting Rabling Road and Walrond Road.

There is some unconfirmed rumour and speculation about the vehicle in the comments on local Facebook groups. We’ll share any more verified details we receive as and when we can.

04/01/2023

Could be interesting if you’re free tomorrow morning…

Drop in tomorrow and join us for a guided tour of Durlston Castle, learning more about the park and its history. A free tour but donations are welcome. 🌊🏰☀️

For more information on future guided walks and events, please visit www.durlston.co.uk/events

Swanage Information Centre

04/01/2023

Breaking news as the Environment Agency issue a flood warning for Wareham and surrounding areas.

The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued a message today (4th January) that areas around the Lower Frome in Wareham are at risk of flooding. The warning page, which is part of the Gov…

02/01/2023

A touching article by Swanage Coastguard on the closure of Middle Beach Cafe in Studland, which sadly closed its doors for the final time today.

Today we say good bye to a very special place in Studland. Middle beach cafe closes today after 30 plus years to the community and visito...

02/01/2023

The event will take place on the weekend of Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th January

Image credit: Swanage Railway website This weekend (7th and 8th of January) will see the first event of 2023 for Swanage Railway. Steam and diesel locomotives will be taking to the tracks between S…

02/01/2023

The cafe is closing today after nearly 70 years

Image credit: Sonya Morris/Middle Beach Cafe on Facebook A popular beachside cafe in Studland will close its doors for the final time today, Monday 2nd January after nearly 70 years in business. Mi…

01/01/2023

Save up to £6.50 per journey in Purbeck with the government fare cap in place until 31st March 2023

Image credit: Morebus/Purbeck Breezer/Shazz Hooper Local bus operator Go South Coast, trading under the brand names Purbeck Breezer, Morebus and Damory have signed up for the government scheme, whi…

01/01/2023

Wishing all our readers a wonderful new year!