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UK’s 'most entertaining' seaside town revealed - and it's a British icon

Summer staycation Brits will soon be flocking to our coast for fun, sun, sea and sand - and one UK resort's now been hailed the 'most entertaining' for holidaymakers. Following an analysis of 26 UK...

Brits told to ‘make changes at home’ as ‘drier than Marrakesh’ weather sparks drought fear

Britons have been told to make "changes" in their homes following the one of the driest Springs for decades.The Goverment's national drought group met on Thursday, with ministers, Environment Agency...

Martin Clunes' lavish £5million home - and furious row with the neighbours

Doc Martin star Martin Clunes purchased his lavish Meerhay Farm near Beaminster, Dorset, in 2007, and lived there in idyllic tranquility with his wife Philippa Braithwaite until he found himself...

Police guard Dorset school after traveller caravans gather on site

There has been a police presence at Blandford School in Dorset, near Bournemouth, since last night after several caravans gathered on the school field.Around 10 caravans are currently parked in the...

Oasis 'remove hit song from reunion tour setlist' due to Gary Glitter connection

The iconic rock band Oasis has reportedly decided to remove a popular song from their highly anticipated reunion tour due to its connection to Gary Glitter. The Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel,...

Pensioner sues cruise ship after fall - but she's accused of wearing 'inappropriate' item

A pensioner is suing the travel company Marella Cruises Ltd for up to £50,000, after falling down stairs on one its luxury liners. Marian Reinelt from Poole in Dorset was celebrating her 75th...

Dogs banned from hundreds of UK beaches from today

Hundreds of UK beaches have implemented restrictions on taking dogs on the coastline from May 1. Dog owners across the country may face a fine up to £1,000 if they fail to follow the...

The famous UK seaside town with 1 of Britain's best piers and biggest beaches

One of the UK's best seaside towns to visit is home to a thrilling pier and one of the biggest beaches in the whole country. The UK has enjoyed a lovely dose of sunny weather, meaning that many Brits...

Famous UK department store closes last shop and takes brutal dig at Rachel Reeves

The last branch of a 144-year-old department store that was once a staple of British high streets is preparing to close its doors and has made a brutal dig at the Chancellor while doing so. Beales...

Swanage former police station with original cells on sale for £1.2 million

A historic former police station, featuring original cells and a charge room, has hit the market for £1.2million. Constructed in 1899, this bygone town police station situated in Swanage, Dorset,...

New beach rule with £1,000 fine imposed as summer kicks in

Beachgoers heading the the coast this summer should make sure they are aware of new rules which often come into force during peak season on dog walking. A host of seaside destinations have...

Hot weather maps show UK baking in 25C heat in days – full list of 13 hottest counties

Britain is set to bathe in Sahara-like sunshine with temperatures of 25C in a matter of days – and these parts of the country are set to get the biggest roasting. From Land’s End to the White...

Boy discovers Jurassic fossils in his own garden

Boy discovers Jurassic fossils in his own garden4 hours agoDavid PittamBBC News, DerbyBBCA budding palaeontologist has dug up fossils in his garden dating back 140 million years.Elliott, seven, moved...

Man who stabbed nine-year-old after researching Southport attack jailed for 30 years

A man who stabbed a nine-year-old girl as she played outside his home after he researched child murders including the Southport killings has been jailed for 30 years for her attempted murder. Jordan...

Massive coffee shop chain with 2,700 stores set to close branch within days

Costa Coffee has confirmed the closure of its Lyme Regis branch in a blow for the Dorset town that follows a series of closures across the country. The UK's biggest coffee chain, with over 2,000...