Bridport gardens face lock at night to combat vandalism and large groups drinking, supported by many local residents. Borough Gardens Gates May Lock to Curb Antisocial Behavior Dorset Police wants locks on the borough garden gates. The gates are off Gundry Lane in Bridport. They asked the town council about it. Police want to stop…
Residents support Dorset Council’s compulsory purchase of an abandoned Princess Road home to help address local housing issues. Bridport Residents Back Council Purchase of Princess Road Property The Bridport News talked to people near Princess Road. This happened after Dorset Council made a purchase order involving 12 Princess Road. Neighbors and the council said the…
Bridport considers locking Borough Gardens at night due to vandalism and safety concerns; Magna Housing is hesitant. Bridport Gardens Night Closure Considered Due to Vandalism Issues Dorset Police wants locks on the borough garden gates. The gardens are off Gundry Lane and police have asked Bridport Town Council about it. This would allow locking the…
Fundraising for St Marys bell restoration is gaining momentum hoping to secure future maintenance and training. Bridport Church Bell Restoration Nears Goal with £15,000 Raised St Mary’s Church needs bell repairs. The bell ringers want to keep them going. They plan for the next one hundred years. The church is located on South Street. It…
Find out how much your Dorset council tax might rise. Includes town fees and available support details. Dorset Council Tax Rates Increase Details Released for This Year Even the cheapest Band A homes pay £1,667. This amount does not include local town fees. These figures are the base council tax amount. They include Dorset Council’s…
The A3066 Beaminster Tunnel will close for up to five days starting February 17 for carriageway maintence. A3066 Beaminster Tunnel: Week Long Closure for Maintenance The A3066 will close near Beaminster Tunnel. It’s between Buckham Down Road and 270 meters south. The closure starts Monday, February 17 and could last up to five days. The…
Beach and Barnicott in Bridport is re-opening as a late-night spot, serving food and drinks until 2 AM with live music. Bridport’s Beach and Barnicott Set to Re-Open as Late Night Venue Sean Oshea and Karl Cattick now run Beach and Barnicott. The business is on South Street in Bridport. Sean is 45, and Karl…
Council withdraws proposed overnight parking fees after business owner uproar. A parking review will be carried out. Dorset Council Reverses Course on Overnight Parking Charges Dorset Council thought about adding car park fees. These fees worried shop owners; they feared it could hurt evening business. The council listened to concerns as businesses, locals, and councilors…
New floodlights for Bridport FC are proposed alongside housing and business sign plans in West Dorset. Bridport Football Club Floodlight Plan Among West Dorset Proposals Dorset Council got plans for new lights by Bridport Football Club. They want four new columns and sixteen floodlights. Someone wants to keep the Pilsdon View campsite facilities. The site…
The Bridport branch was awarded for their poppy appeal efforts. Mike Thompson and Kevin Boon won awards. Bridport Royal British Legion Wins Award for Poppy Appeal Efforts The Bridport branch received two awards at the County Conference. It took place at Ferndown’s Royal British Legion. Mike Thompson, Bridport’s poppy appeal officer, won an award for…