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Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show to make its return this August – lineup soon to be announced!

One of the region’s most well-loved country shows is set to return to the Turnpike Showground in Motcombe this summer. The Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show, held from 13... READ MORE »

‘See you at the bar!’ say Chickpea trio as they snap up Shaftesbury pub – their first in Dorset

The trio behind Wiltshire-based Chickpea Group have acquired The King’s Arms in Shaftesbury, marking their first venture in Dorset. Dating back to the 17th century, the... READ MORE »

Dorset students receive record agricultural grants from Gillingham and Shaftesbury Agricultural Society

A record fifteen rural students from Dorset have been awarded crucial grants by the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Agricultural Society to support their education in... READ MORE »

Dorset Growth Hub hosts free networking event for Shaftesbury businesses

Dorset Growth Hub's Business Growth Breakfast is returning to Shaftesbury on Thursday, 15 August, at the Royal Chase Hotel. This marks the eighth event in Dorset this... READ MORE »

BV Dairy sells to farmer-owned co-op First Milk as MD Jim hopes to keep family spirit alive

BV Dairy has been acquired by farmer-owned cooperative First Milk following a bidding process overseen by PKF Francis Clark. Based in Shaftesbury, BV Dairy was... READ MORE »

What a picture! Old print on a pub wall sparks idea for Karen and Amber's 'gem' of a business

It was an old photograph on the wall at their local pub that gave Karen Brazier and Amber Harrison the idea for their business. It showed a street scene from times gone... READ MORE »

Grade II listed hotel and fine dining restaurant goes on the market for just under £1.5 million

A Grade II listed hotel and fine dining restaurant in Shaftesbury has gone on the market for £1,445,000. La Fleur de Lys Hotel & Restaurant, on Bleke Street, trades... READ MORE »

Cream of the crop: BV Dairy to create 32+ high-skilled jobs as £2m expansion gets green light

A North Dorset dairy manufacturer is planning to create more than 32 high-skilled jobs as part of a £2m expansion. Family-owned BV Dairy says the approval of £750,000... READ MORE »