Something smells fishy… it’s Seafood & Sounds! Poole festival from local business owners is back

One of Poole’s newest festivals is back for another year, promising a lineup of great food and talented musical performances. Seafood & Sounds was launched in 2023... READ MORE »

How do Heads of Terms work in Commercial Leases? Frettens’ Charlie Bennett answers

With us now well and truly in the new year, many businesses will be looking to either start or renew their commercial lease. At this stage, Heads of Terms can be vital to... READ MORE »

AUB to make material difference in sustainability as new £1.6m plastics research centre is launched

Industry experts, academics and locals gathered at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) last week for the launch of a new centre set to lead “groundbreaking research”... READ MORE »

Rejuvenate IT, RockReef & Bournemouth One all triumph at the Bournemouth Business Awards

The Bournemouth Business Awards were held last week at Bournemouth Pier to recognise and reward some of the best the town has to offer, with a record number of attendees... READ MORE »

Sustainable, pre-loved items at great prices: Lewis-Manning opens its 10th retail outlet in Ferndown

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has cut the ribbon on its 10th retail outlet – the House Clearance Shop in Ferndown. The shop promises to offer sustainable, pre-loved items... READ MORE »

Sunbelt Rentals takes ‘exciting step forward’ as DJ Property facilitates firm’s expansion in Weymouth

Global equipment hire business Sunbelt Rentals has expanded its operations in Weymouth by relocating to a larger property on the Granby Trading Estate. The new facility... READ MORE »

Farmer Palmers closes a ‘cherished chapter’ as the team bid a fond farewell to red deer

Farmer Palmers Farm Park near Poole is saying a fond farewell to some of its favourite residents. Owners Sandra Palmer-Snellin and Phillip Palmer have informed visitors... READ MORE »

One of UK’s few part-time primary school teaching courses is now accepting applications in Poole

The region’s only part-time course for primary school teaching is now accepting applications for its next intake. Castleman Learning Network (CLN) – part of... READ MORE »

Savvy Navvy’s marine navigation charts make ‘perfect fit’ for boat builders across the pond

Savvy Navvy, the Bournemouth firm developing ‘Google Maps for boats’, has partnered with another marine manufacturer – this time US-based boat builder Arc... READ MORE »

Tom & Diana’s jive wows crowds as Strictly Extravaganza raises £80k for Forest Holme Hospice

The ballroom sparkled and there were standing ovations aplenty as Forest Holme Hospice hosted its Strictly Extravaganza gala dinner last weekend, raising a whopping... READ MORE »

‘Proud moment’ for AJC Group who partner with VIVID to build 27 affordable New Forest homes

Poole’s AJC Group has teamed up with Hampshire housing association VIVID to provide 27 affordable homes at the site of the former NHS Becton Centre in Barton-on-Sea... READ MORE »

Hall & Woodhouse’s biggest ever community chest sees grants totalling £30k+ go to worthy groups

Family brewer Hall & Woodhouse has chosen 20 groups across the South to benefit from its annual Community Chest Awards. Announced during a ceremony at the H&W... READ MORE »