Dorset really does punch above it weight in producing great local produce. Her is a list of some of the local Food Festivals in this wonderful county. If you are thinking of staying at Newlands Holiday Park, please check the distance from the park to the festival.  Some are closer than others. Bournemouth Food & Drink Festival Location: Bournemouth Date: 17 to 26 June 2016 Distance from the Park: 1hr 25 minutes - [get directions] Website: www.bournemouthfoodanddrink.co.uk Bridport Food ...

Once every month on the blog this year, we’ll be doing a ‘walk of the month’ feature, which will shine a spotlight on a different walking route in West Dorset or East Devon. For this first edition, we’re focusing on Golden Cap, one of the most recognisable landmarks on the Jurassic Coast. Golden Cap is the highest sea cliff in the South of England, at a height of 191 metres – 30 metres taller than Beachy Head in Sussex. Don’t be put off by its daunting size though – the summit of the ...

Easter falls between Good Friday 25 March to Easter Monday 29 March. Easter is a busy time here in Dorset.  It's a great time to visit.  As usual there is lots to do to keep families busy.  Here is our 2016 list; National Trust has a terrific new website and is filled with activities for Easter. Here is a selection of a few of our favourites National Trust Kingston Lacy Cost: £2.50 per person Website: Kingston Lacy Easter Egg Hunt National Trust Corfe Castle One of the UK’s oldest ruined ...

Lyme Regis Jazz & Blues Weekend (29-31 May) Jazz & Blues lovers will be flocking to Lyme Regis Jazz & Blues Festival in May.  Live music from the like if Dr Feelgood, Clive's Smith's Trio and much more. Tickets for individual events cost from £6 per person. Weekend tickets cost £50 person person and available from Lyme Regis Tourist Information Centre on Bridge Street - Tel: 01297 442138 The Big Mix 2015 (4 July) The Big Mix is Lyme’s own youth music festival by the sea, providing an ...