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Ringwood Brewery through the years.

Time called on Ringwood Brewery - is this the last of their popular beers?

Talbot village montage.

Philanthropy and a dream - this is how Talbot Village came to be

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Chris Billam-Smith returns to the ring next weekend

Exclusive Billam-Smith - the man behind the belt: 'Worst cars', 'forgetful' and pizza promise

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Maypole dancing at Sandy Balls holiday park in 1984.

How did Sandy Balls holiday camp get its name?

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Chris Billam-Smith has become heavily linked with Cherries

Exclusive The man behind the belt: How CBS became an 'extended member' of Cherries' squad

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Maypole dancing at Sandy Balls holiday park in 1984.

How did Sandy Balls holiday camp get its name?

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Gemma Hillier and Jermain Defoe both played for Cherries and Portsmouth

FEATURE Defoe fan Hillier grew up loving Pompey - now she is looking to take them down

Chris Packham lives in the New Forest and loves that he is still finding new things in nature. Image: PA Photo/BBC

The New Forest’s Chris Packham talks about his passion for the wild

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Barbie has been the driving force behind naming dogs this year from the name Pink to Ken.

UK's top dog names of 2023 revealed from Barbie to Freddo - is yours there?

Christchurch bonfire night in 2003.

When fireworks attracted thousands to Chistchurch

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Your car's tyre pressure, climate control and GPS all play a part in significantly reducing your overall spend - if you know how.

YOUR MONEY MATTERS These 'hidden' car settings could save you a 'significant' amount of money

Shaftesbury was rated highly for its scenery Image: Getty Images

The part of Dorset immortalised by an advert

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Haunted monatge

Is this Bournemouth's most haunted building?

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Could this be the most haunted place in the country?

Motorfinity has analysed the main reasons for failing so that those sitting their tests won't fall victim to the same mistakes.

10 most common driving faults revealed (and they're more basic than you think)

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Beaulieu Stock Images 22nd June 2014..

Fast cars, local birds and champagne - beautiful part of Hampshire has it all

Bogus caller brutally gagged and bundled housewife into cupboard

Efford Experimental Horticultural Station. June 10, 1953.

Local pioneering research centre changed our food forever

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Undated postcard featuring Bournemouth Square.

Fantastic pictures of how Bournemouth Square once looked

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In 1996 Samantha Boutell and Thomas Greenway, both seven and pupils at Stanley Green First School in Poole learned about Victorian times.

Victorians, Noddy and more - our kids in fancy dress

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It is a legal requirement to have an MOT and it's against the law if you drive without one - resulting in hefty fines and points on your licence.

5 'unknown' ways that could cause your car to fail its MOT (and how to avoid)

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The Mulberry Harbour at Arromanches in Normandy,

The New Forest dream that never became reality

Using Oldest in Britain and Supercentenarian data, the team at Fabulous Bingo have decided to explore the question - where are you likely to live the longest?

Mapped: These are the places you're likely to live the longest in the UK

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1001 Músicas festival, Granada

Sponsored The Alhambra in Granada, stages one of the most attractive music festivals in Spain

Milos Kerkez has made a big early impression at Cherries since arriving from AZ Alkmaar

FEATURE ‘Everyone waits to watch me’ – Small town boy Milos shining on a global stage

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Ringwood, as featured on an old FGO Stuart postcard.

Man suffocated mother - was it a mercy killing?

The average cost of an A-rated washing machine is around £300, it's not something that you would want to replace regularly.

These 5 'surprising' objects should never touch your washing machine

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Poole high Street.

Beloved high street has changed so much through the years

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Mrs Hinch - otherwise known as Sophie Hinchcliffe - is well-known and beloved for sharing cleaning tips and tricks.

65p item from Asda dubbed 'cheapest' and 'best' thing for cleaning your toilet

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More than 18,000 bikes were stolen in the UK between June 2022 and May 2023

UK's top 10 stolen motorbike models in the last year revealed (Is yours on the list?)

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Our chances of winning the lottery are very slim with the odds of having a winning ticket being as low as one in 139 million - meaning any help we can get, the better!

Going to buy a Lottery ticket? These are the 'luckiest' numbers you can choose

I only spent cash for the day and here's how it went.

I only spent cash for a day and I’ll never look at card payments the same

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With these eateries throughout Dorset, you can be sure of delicious food and a great time.

Sponsored Dorset Dining Delights: These restaurants are ready to welcome you

Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles paid tribute to his mother, calling her an

Look back at King Charles' tribute to the Queen on the anniversary of her death

The ponies - Poppet and Bert - walked down the aisle at Munchkins Miniature Shetland Rescue in Colyton, Devon.

Watch the adorable moment a pair of Shetland ponies get married at rescue centre

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Vic Beale in his days as station foreman in Bladford.

Dorset job was often for life and offered security

Elegant man posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Don't be a dinlo! Get with Hampshire lingo

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When Boscombe's arcade opened more than 130 years ago

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What sheep has a fleece like that? Find out at Dorset County Show. (Photo: Stephen Jones)

A look ahead to the 2023 Dorset County Show

A 'Fakeaway' involves making a meal at home that replicates food that you would order as a takeaway and it couldn't be easier to try the trend.

Your Money Matters Fans of McDonald's, Nando's, Domino's and more can save £115 with these dupes

Dorset's finest businesses for any occasion.

Sponsored Discover more about Dorset's finest businesses!

Eilish Stout-Cairns, an Asda customer from Newcastle, has shared 5 top tips she uses during her weekly shop.

Your Money Matters Asda customer shares 5 'secret' tips you can use on your next shop

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Looking over Swanage.

Popular hobby provides us with fantastic pictures of Dorset's past

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Pooe Lifeguards will follow the directive issued by poole Council to turn their backs on the eclipse

The moment Dorset was plunged into darkness

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The TikTok mum packs in healthy snacks, small toys and gifts from the likes of Wilko, B&M, Flying Tiger, Home Bargains and more

YOUR MONEY MATTERS The £4 hack parents need to know to keep their kids entertained in the car

LatestDeals.co.uk's latest advice involves budget-friendly retailer Primark.

Your Money Matters The 'secret' to finding Primark's £1 deals (and more money saving tricks)

Southbourne lift drama in 1983.

Dramatic moment 17 holidaymakers became trapped

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Sir Anthony Boutique Hotel

Sponsored A space for relaxation: Sir Anthony Boutique Hotel

Choosing dissertation writing services: Unveiling legitimacy and trustworthiness

Sponsored Choosing dissertation writing services: Unveiling legitimacy and trustworthiness

Jimmy Glass pictured a few seasons ago in his player liaison role at Cherries

Feature New challenge at Wimborne ticks all boxes for Glass as he swaps Prem for non-league

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Looking for something to keep the whole family entertained this summer? These Dorset events could be just what you were looking for.

Sponsored Fantastic Dorset Summer Events – With something for everyone!

Old Echo newspapers reporting on the birth of the NHS.

Incredibly, it didn't even make the main headlines - the birth of the NHS

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Gangs of navvies carved a railway network across Hampshire.

They 'out-worked, out-drank, out-fought and out-ate' all other men

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Whether you’re a petrolhead, theatregoer, thrill seeker or wanting to see one of the greatest shows of its time, make sure to get your tickets fast.

Sponsored Roll up, Roll up, Circus Extreme visits Poole this July!