Easter

Aldi has helped to deliver more than 1,800 meals to people in need across Dorset over the Easter period by donating surplus food from stores across the UK.

Supermarket chain donates more than 1,800 meals to people in need in Dorset

Joy Craddock, Jenny Child and Linda Salter ready to serve the delicious cakes at the Friends of the Minster Coffee Morning.

Joy Craddock, Jenny Child and Linda Salter ready to serve the delicious cakes at the Friends of the Minster Coffee Morning.

Coffee morning in Wimborne on Easter Saturday raises £300

Easter craft work at Colten Care’s Avon Cliff care home in Bournemouth.

Easter craft work at Colten Care’s Avon Cliff care home in Bournemouth.

Dorset care home residents show community spirit amid cracking Easter fun

The April meeting of Christchurch Central WI was held on Wednesday, April 1

The April meeting of Christchurch Central WI was held on Wednesday, April 1

Christchurch Women's Institute latest meeting held last week

A boiling vessel for tea on display at the Tank Museum in Dorset.

A boiling vessel for tea on display at the Tank Museum in Dorset.

Tank Museum in Dorset to hold special tea-themed activities this Easter

Network Rail will carry out engineering works in the Eastleigh area this weekend.

Network Rail will carry out engineering works in the Eastleigh area this weekend.

Bournemouth-bound trains disrupted from today due to essential rail works

Most Southern Co-Op stores in Dorset will remain open this Easter weekend.

Most Southern Co-Op stores in Dorset will remain open this Easter weekend.

Southern Co-op stores in Dorset to remain open throughout Easter weekend

Esosa Igbinenikaro, a cleaning expert from MyBuilder.com, said that with the four-day weekend fast approaching, it offers millions of Brits the opportunity to get their houses and gardens in great shape for the warmer months ahead.

Esosa Igbinenikaro, a cleaning expert from MyBuilder.com, said that with the four-day weekend fast approaching, it offers millions of Brits the opportunity to get their houses and gardens in great shape for the warmer months ahead.

Cleaning expert urges people to freshen up homes ahead of Easter weekend

St John Ambulance has issued first aid advice ahead of Easter.

St John Ambulance has issued first aid advice ahead of Easter.

St John Ambulance

St John Ambulance issues Easter first aid advice for children

All drivers can benefit financially from making some simple adjustments to their driving habits this Easter, the AA recommends.

All drivers can benefit financially from making some simple adjustments to their driving habits this Easter, the AA recommends.

The AA reveals best ways to get the most from your tank this Easter

Lakeland Easter sale has 25% off

Lakeland Easter sale has 25% off

Lakeland’s huge Easter sale is live - these are the deals people are rushing to buy

With households feeling pressure from rising costs, supermarkets are cutting prices

With households feeling pressure from rising costs, supermarkets are cutting prices

Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, Morrisons, Asda and Co-op slash prices with best buys from 4p

ChooseMyCar.com has advised that, from avoiding travel at peak times, to checking our cars before driving, there are simple steps that Brits can take to ensure the most stress-free travel possible this Easter.

ChooseMyCar.com has advised that, from avoiding travel at peak times, to checking our cars before driving, there are simple steps that Brits can take to ensure the most stress-free travel possible this Easter.

Car 'egg-spert' advises how to beat bank holiday traffic jams this Easter

People shopping at Tesco’s New Milton Superstore have been donating trolley-loads of chocolate goodies as part of a community scheme run by store community champion Amanda Smith, with 150 eggs having been donated.

People shopping at Tesco’s New Milton Superstore have been donating trolley-loads of chocolate goodies as part of a community scheme run by store community champion Amanda Smith, with 150 eggs having been donated.

Tesco shoppers donate 150 Easter eggs to support children in New Milton

The Lindsay Bupa Care Home has launched an Easter Hunt in Westbourne, inviting families to search for themed pictures hidden in shop windows, cafes, and supermarkets throughout the area.

The Lindsay Bupa Care Home has launched an Easter Hunt in Westbourne, inviting families to search for themed pictures hidden in shop windows, cafes, and supermarkets throughout the area.

Care home to host unique Easter egg hunt to bring people together

As Easter approaches, the NHS in Dorset are sharing top tips on how to stay healthy and happy over the Easter holidays.

As Easter approaches, the NHS in Dorset are sharing top tips on how to stay healthy and happy over the Easter holidays.

Dorset residents urged to take care of their health this Easter

Asda is reminding customers that its popular Kids Eat for £1 café meal deal is available to families over the Easter school holidays, helping parents manage budgets during the break.

Asda is reminding customers that its popular Kids Eat for £1 café meal deal is available to families over the Easter school holidays, helping parents manage budgets during the break.

Asda reminds families of popular £1 kids’ café meal ahead of Easter holidays

Child Benefit is one of the benefits that may be paid early to claimants if it falls over the Easter bank holiday weekend

Child Benefit is one of the benefits that may be paid early to claimants if it falls over the Easter bank holiday weekend

DWP benefits and pensions to be paid early next week - Bank Holiday changes explained

Designed to delight little ones and grown-ups alike, Breakfast with The Ivy Bunny features a curated breakfast menu with Easter surprises throughout the morning.

Designed to delight little ones and grown-ups alike, Breakfast with The Ivy Bunny features a curated breakfast menu with Easter surprises throughout the morning.

What’s on at The Ivy this easter and spring: key dates, menus and experiences

With the Easter holidays about to get underway, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to take extra care when out and about.

With the Easter holidays about to get underway, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to take extra care when out and about.

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire service urges public to take extra care over Easter

Visitors are invited to experience a taste of Italy this Easter Bank Holiday weekend as the Italian Easter Market arrives in Poole on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April, from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Visitors are invited to experience a taste of Italy this Easter Bank Holiday weekend as the Italian Easter Market arrives in Poole on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April, from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Poole welcomes Italian Easter market with food, music, and festive celebrations

Bushcraft workshop at Easter on Brownsea Island, Dorset

Bushcraft workshop at Easter on Brownsea Island, Dorset

Step into spring with National Trust events in Dorset this April

Bournemouth Pavilion’s Terrace Bistro and its neighbouring al fresco eating and drinking hot spot, the South Terrace, have reopened today ahead of the Easter holidays.

Bournemouth Pavilion’s Terrace Bistro and its neighbouring al fresco eating and drinking hot spot, the South Terrace, have reopened today ahead of the Easter holidays.

Popular bistro and outdoor terrace reopening today at Bournemouth Pavilion

Families in the South West are being urged to wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water after touching animals, and to remain tick aware when spending time outdoors.

Families in the South West are being urged to wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water after touching animals, and to remain tick aware when spending time outdoors.

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)

Handwashing warnings ahead of farm visits to prevent infections this spring

The event, organised by the Friends of Wimborne Minster, will be held on April 4th from 10am in Church House, next to Wimborne Minster.

The event, organised by the Friends of Wimborne Minster, will be held on April 4th from 10am in Church House, next to Wimborne Minster.

Coffee morning announced in Wimborne Minster for Easter Saturday

Egg-citing Easter activities are ‘springing’ joy across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Egg-citing Easter activities are ‘springing’ joy across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Egg-citing activities ‘springing’ joy across BCP this Easter

Bournemouth customers can support families facing financial difficulties during the Easter school holidays by picking up an extra bag to put through the checkout at Tesco stores.

Bournemouth customers can support families facing financial difficulties during the Easter school holidays by picking up an extra bag to put through the checkout at Tesco stores.

Tesco urges shoppers in Bournemouth to support struggling families this Easter

Each 45-minute session will include fun facts about a variety of pets, including cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters and more.

Each 45-minute session will include fun facts about a variety of pets, including cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters and more.

Pets at Home to hold free children's workshops across BCP this Easter

National Express coach bookings have surged over 40% in the last two weeks.

National Express coach bookings have surged over 40% in the last two weeks.

National Express

UK families seek alternative ways to travel this Easter amidst rising fuel costs

The line between Winchester and St Denys will be closed from Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6. Services between London Waterloo and Weymouth will be diverted via Guildford and Havant, extending journey times.

The line between Winchester and St Denys will be closed from Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6. Services between London Waterloo and Weymouth will be diverted via Guildford and Havant, extending journey times.

Network Rail to carry out essential maintenance of rail corridor this Easter

Volunteers at NFFU Hub, Ampress Lane, Lymington S041 8JX with some of the first load of chocolate bunnies leaving for Ukraine shortly.

Volunteers at NFFU Hub, Ampress Lane, Lymington S041 8JX with some of the first load of chocolate bunnies leaving for Ukraine shortly.

New Forest charity asks for 1500 chocolate easter bunnies to send to Ukraine

Tesco is giving shoppers an Easter treat with triple Clubcard points on all Tesco Marketplace orders, and you can stack even more savings with TopCashback offers

Tesco is giving shoppers an Easter treat with triple Clubcard points on all Tesco Marketplace orders, and you can stack even more savings with TopCashback offers

Get more for your money with Tesco Clubcard Triple Points and £15 Cashback bonus

Wimborne Minster

Wimborne Minster

Busy period ahead at Minster in run-up to Easter

Diverse Abilities

New nature holiday club in Dorset from disability charity starts this Easter

New track laid at Eastleigh where a train derailed.

New track laid at Eastleigh where a train derailed.

Network Rail to carry out Easter maintenance of vital rail corridor in Eastleigh

Branksome Heights Care

Branksome Heights Care

Care home wins national Easter cake competition

Which discontinued Easter treat do you miss the most?

Which discontinued Easter treat do you miss the most?

Discontinued Easter treats Brits miss most from Cadbury Egg 'n' Spoon to Weggs

Marjorie House residents and local children celebrate Easter with crafts and egg hunt

Marjorie House residents and local children celebrate Easter with crafts and egg hunt

Poole care home residents enjoy Easter egg hunt with children

Met Office forecasts wet start to Easter weekend

Met Office forecasts wet start to Easter weekend

Met Office: BCP to be hit by heavy rain this Easter weekend

Kids eat free through the school holidays at venues across the country

Kids eat free through the school holidays at venues across the country

Kids eat free: Free and cheap places families this Easter school holidays

Kids eat free through the school holidays at venues across the country

Kids eat free through the school holidays at venues across the country

Kids eat free: Free and cheap places families this Easter school holidays

Children from Parley First School visited Ferndown Manor for an Easter egg hunt

Children from Parley First School visited Ferndown Manor for an Easter egg hunt

Easter egg hunt brings residents and children together

Fordingbridge Salvation Army hosts Easter fun for families this April

Fordingbridge Salvation Army hosts Easter fun for families this April

Salvation Army announces Easter events for families

A host of Easter activities are taking place across BCP

A host of Easter activities are taking place across BCP

Easter events across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Easter is moving some DWP and HMRC payment dates - here's a guide to when to expect them to land in your account

Easter is moving some DWP and HMRC payment dates - here's a guide to when to expect them to land in your account

Department for Work and Pensions

Easter bank holiday payment dates for Pensions, Universal Credit and Child Benefit

Pack essential medication before Easter trip, NHS Dorset advises

Pack essential medication before Easter trip, NHS Dorset advises

Dorset's NHS issues Easter bank holiday advice to visitors

Dozens of vintage tractors expected to join scenic charity drive

Dozens of vintage tractors expected to join scenic charity drive

Easter Bunny Run to see vintage tractors take to the road

Major engineering work across the south coast to impact services

Major engineering work across the south coast to impact services

Major engineering works will see trains replaced by buses over Easter

Where to buy the cheapest Easter eggs in supermarkets this spring

Where to buy the cheapest Easter eggs in supermarkets this spring

Where to buy the cheapest Easter eggs in supermarkets this spring

Child Benefit will change in April 2025

Child Benefit will change in April 2025

Child Benefit changes could alter payments for millions next month

How many chocolate eggs will you consume this Easter? Here's the history behind the Easter egg

How many chocolate eggs will you consume this Easter? Here's the history behind the Easter egg

The history of the Easter egg explained - why do we eat chocolate?

Looking for dog-friendly Easter eggs? These treats from Pets at Home could be the one

Looking for dog-friendly Easter eggs? These treats from Pets at Home could be the one

These dog-friendly Easter eggs made my pet’s year (she even went on an egg hunt)

Residents at Rothesay Lodge in Highcliffe spent over two weeks curating Easter eggs of all different shapes and sizes.

Residents at Rothesay Lodge in Highcliffe spent over two weeks curating Easter eggs of all different shapes and sizes.

Egg-cellent: Retirement home gathers Easter eggs for food bank

Cadbury does feature a minimum age recommendation on all of its mini egg packets as not suitable for children under four years of age.

Cadbury does feature a minimum age recommendation on all of its mini egg packets as not suitable for children under four years of age.

'Please stay safe': Expert issues warning to parents over Cadbury Mini Eggs