It’s been another busy (or bizzy?) year at Dorset Biz News!

It was back in October 2019 that Andrew Diprose launched the site, and just six months since Andrew handed the editorial reins to Sam Pither (though you’ll still find him penning the odd story!)

Both Dorset and the newly launched Hampshire Biz News are now part of The Business Magazine Group, and with that comes ambitious plans for the future.

But Biz News is still and always will be all about championing local businesses of all shapes and sizes and the people behind them. We hope that’s shone through in our stories this year, and will continue to do so as we look to the new year.

We’d like to thank our readers, sponsors, and everybody who’s taken the time to share with us their tales of business success over the past eight months. Our door (and inbox) is always open should you have something great to shout about.

So, here’s to a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at Biz News! We’ll be back with a fresh round of stories on Thursday 4th January.

There’s only one thing left to do – and that’s to count down our top stories this year.

Without further ado…

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Dorset Biz News’ Top Ten Stories 2023

Just follow the links below to read the full stories!

#10 – The hospitality sector’s unsung heroes gain some well-deserved awards recognition

#9 – Exclusive property club launched by entrepreneur friends gears up for summer beachfront bash

#8 – Gallery: What a Team! CEO hails new offices and brand identity as proud day for recruitment firm

#7 – Family business determined to show our favourite dish hasn’t had its chips celebrates 75th birthday

#6 – Cribby’s final hug for Urban Reef saying: “I’ve done my bit…now it’s time for someone else”

#5 – Smile please! One practice you’ll be happy to visit as duo create a dentist with a difference

#4 – Chelle and Adan have distilled their hometown of Wimborne into small batch, hand-crafted spirits

#3 – Welcome home: Duo’s labour of love as the Dorset Belle returns restored to her full glory

#2 – “My perfect pub” says its new owner as inn, café and gift shop is sold for the first time in 30 years

And, at #1 – Traditional essence with a Fired Up twist: Andy and co add Broadstone venue to growing pub portfolio

Have a wonderful break and we’ll see you next year!