Tracy Chevalier reveals the inspiration for new novel and her love for Dorset Museum
Tracy Chevalier’s new novel follows the fortunes of Orsola Rosso, whose exquisite glass beads, made on the island of Murano.
Refugees bring a taste of Syria to Sherborne
Thanks to Sherborne Area Refugee Support, the Tameena family are now sharing food and stories from their homeland with Dorset through their new catering venture
The extraordinary history of Sherborne House
The fascinating history of Sherborne House, the famous names associated with it, and speaks to some very lucky schoolgirls
The Dorset entrepreneur selling stone-bake ovens all over the world
The story behind a successful entrepreneur is often inspiring. None more so than the journey Tom Gozney has been on, turning his Dorset start-up into a global trailblazer
Why Shalini Boland is Dorset’s Thriller Queen
Dorset plays a starring role in Shalini Boland’s best-selling novels, providing a picturesque backdrop for some truly murderous intent
The Afghan veteran who became an author and sportwear designer
Toby Gutteridge has written a bestseller about his remarkable life. He also recently opened a retail store and coffee shop in Poole, hoping to inspire and help others
Chef and food writer Melissa Thompson's Jamaican cookbook
Melissa Thompson’s debut cookbook is a love letter to the food of Jamaica and the people who created it over generations, but she has never forgotten her Dorset roots
How a new charity is nurturing children's writing skills
A West Dorset-based charity is nurturing children’s imagination, growing their interest in writing, then publishing their stories and poems
Sir Oliver Letwin: ‘Dorset has a real serenity’
The former West Dorset MP talks about his parliamentary career and how, after 22 years, he finally feels part of the fabric of our county
