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Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Hennie Francis and James Sibley at Mia's funeral

Hennie Francis and James Sibley at Mia's funeral

‘The most precious gift’- Family fundraising for cold cot after losing baby

Hype has a new range of school bags, lunch bags and pencil cases

Hype has a new range of school bags, lunch bags and pencil cases

Best back-to-school buys 2026: The uniforms, shoes and bundles worth your money

The Crafty Ladies and Angel Exit co-artistic director get tangled up in their woollen scarf made for Betty and the Yeti.

The Crafty Ladies and Angel Exit co-artistic director get tangled up in their woollen scarf made for Betty and the Yeti.

Lighthouse Theatre

Magical new family show based on picture book to come to Dorset venue in October

With 15,000+ free tickets available from the 22nd to 31st August as part of National Racehorse Week, Great British Racing will be opening its doors to the public with 85+ events available, including 21+ events on offer across the South West and Wales.

With 15,000+ free tickets available from the 22nd to 31st August as part of National Racehorse Week, Great British Racing will be opening its doors to the public with 85+ events available, including 21+ events on offer across the South West and Wales.

Great British Racing

Free family adventures await as National Racehorse Week returns this month

A next of kin appeal has been issued

A next of kin appeal has been issued

Next of kin appeal issued for man who died at home in Bournemouth

Family plea to find missing teddy which sat through family tragedy, hospital visit's and surgery with their 7 year old son

Family plea to find missing teddy which sat through family tragedy, hospital visit's and surgery with their 7 year old son

Boy left 'heartbroken' after teddy bear goes missing on bus

Grandparents who help with childcare could be missing out on up to £7,170 in extra State Pension through little-known HMRC childcare credits.

Grandparents who help with childcare could be missing out on up to £7,170 in extra State Pension through little-known HMRC childcare credits.

Department for Works and Pensions

HMRC pension scheme worth £7,170 is being missed by thousands of grandparents

Families and holidaymakers are being invited to make Bournemouth Pier the centrepiece of their summer getaway, with a packed programme of attractions, great-value dining and exclusive seasonal offers available until September 1.

Families and holidaymakers are being invited to make Bournemouth Pier the centrepiece of their summer getaway, with a packed programme of attractions, great-value dining and exclusive seasonal offers available until September 1.

Bournemouth Pier

Bournemouth Pier launches summer of family experiences and seaside fun

Working families are being encouraged to check if they could cut the cost of childcare this Playday (5 August), as HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC) latest statistics show families using Tax-Free Childcare saved an average of almost £100 a month.

Working families are being encouraged to check if they could cut the cost of childcare this Playday (5 August), as HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC) latest statistics show families using Tax-Free Childcare saved an average of almost £100 a month.

Families urged to make the most of Playday with tax-free childcare this summer

Mr Daniel Laws, father from Bournemouth,

Mr Daniel Laws, father from Bournemouth,

London Stanstead Airport

Single dad with disabled daughter 'abandoned' by Ryanair at the wrong airport

AFC Bournemouth walking football team. John (front row , right). Paul (front row, left)

AFC Bournemouth walking football team. John (front row , right). Paul (front row, left)

Walking football teammates raise awareness about kidney disease after donation

South coast events you don't want to miss this week

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22/1/14 Pix by Sally Adams SA220114pPoolePk5.Poole Park..

Top 3 picnic sports across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are back by popular demand in the Olivier Award-nominated live stage show Bluey’s Big Play and will visit Bournemouth Pavilion from August 6 to August 9

Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are back by popular demand in the Olivier Award-nominated live stage show Bluey’s Big Play and will visit Bournemouth Pavilion from August 6 to August 9

Bournemouth Pavilion

Beloved children's TV character Bluey coming to Bournemouth venue next week

The myCityHunt smartphone app is now available in Bournemouth, offering immersive scavenger hunts and interactive tours for families, friends, tourists, and corporate groups.

The myCityHunt smartphone app is now available in Bournemouth, offering immersive scavenger hunts and interactive tours for families, friends, tourists, and corporate groups.

New scavenger hunt app brings outdoor adventures to Bournemouth for everyone

The Crown & Cinnamon in New Milton, Indian Bar and Takeaway

The Crown & Cinnamon in New Milton, Indian Bar and Takeaway

Hampshire eatery launches a new takeover with all day service and Indian fine dining

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Dalmatian dog on a boat

Dalmatian dog on a boat

5 ways to keep your dog safe on a boating staycation in Dorset

Corfe Castle is bursting into life this summer with a packed programme of family-friendly activities, hands-on adventures and unforgettable outdoor events.

Corfe Castle is bursting into life this summer with a packed programme of family-friendly activities, hands-on adventures and unforgettable outdoor events.

Summer of adventure and outdoor entertainment available at Dorset's Corfe Castle

Bournemouth Pavilion is inviting young people to make magical memories and enjoy the rest of the year with a fun-filled line-up of family theatre events designed to spark imaginations and bring everyone together for unforgettable days out.

Bournemouth Pavilion is inviting young people to make magical memories and enjoy the rest of the year with a fun-filled line-up of family theatre events designed to spark imaginations and bring everyone together for unforgettable days out.

Family events take centre stage at Bournemouth Pavilion for the rest of the year

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity, will be opening the doors to The Treehouse to all children during the summer holidays for Playtime!

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s Disability Charity, will be opening the doors to The Treehouse to all children during the summer holidays for Playtime!

Diverse Abilities

Diverse Abilities to open doors to The Treehouse to all children for Playtime!

Families in Dorset can enjoy a summer of big-screen entertainment at Vue Poole

M&S has a new range of everyday essentials with joggers from £5 and hoodies from £7

M&S has a new range of everyday essentials with joggers from £5 and hoodies from £7

Marks and Spencer

M&S launches kids' summer clothes from £3.50 as parents snap up holiday bargains

The Halloween at Moors Valley illuminated trail is set to return this October.

The Halloween at Moors Valley illuminated trail is set to return this October.

Spine-tingling Halloween trail set to return to Hampshire

Children across the region will benefit from free bus travel this summer - thanks to new funding from the Government.

Children across the region will benefit from free bus travel this summer - thanks to new funding from the Government.

Dorset children to benefit from free bus travel with Morebus this August

Families looking to keep children active, engaged and entertained during the summer holidays can take advantage of a huge range of activities, camps, courses and attractions at BH Live Active leisure centres across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Families looking to keep children active, engaged and entertained during the summer holidays can take advantage of a huge range of activities, camps, courses and attractions at BH Live Active leisure centres across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Local families invited to enjoy summer of activities at BCP leisure centres

Parents who claimed Child Benefit between 1978 and 2010 could be owed an average £8,377 after HMRC errors affected State Pension records.

Parents who claimed Child Benefit between 1978 and 2010 could be owed an average £8,377 after HMRC errors affected State Pension records.

DWP State Pension warning as parents urged to check for £8,377 HMRC payout

From Tesco and Asda to Bella Italia, Harvester and Subway, here's where kids eat free and £1 meal deals available during the summer holidays.

From Tesco and Asda to Bella Italia, Harvester and Subway, here's where kids eat free and £1 meal deals available during the summer holidays.

Family Days Out

The best kids eat free offers this summer at Bella Italia, Harvester, Subway and more

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Mudeford Ferry sold to father and son from Christchurch promising a reliable future

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival 2026 is less than a month away – and tickets are selling fast.

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival 2026 is less than a month away – and tickets are selling fast.

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

Tickets selling fast for folk festival in Dorset offering a full weekend of fun

Timber at Moors Valley Country Park

Timber at Moors Valley Country Park

Moors Valley Country Park

Moors Valley launches brand new forester-themed play area for summer holidays

Child on swing at Brownsea Island

Child on swing at Brownsea Island

Brownsea Island

National Trust announces summer activities for families at Brownsea Island

Museum of East Dorset in Wimborne

Museum of East Dorset in Wimborne

Museum of East Dorset

Dorset museum urges eligible families to take up free summer holiday workshops

Diverse Abilities

SEN Nature Holiday Club on offer from Dorset disability charity during holidays

Morrisons is today cutting the price of a further 490 products and extending a commitment to its customers that it will have over 1,000 prices locked low for at least eight weeks.

Morrisons is today cutting the price of a further 490 products and extending a commitment to its customers that it will have over 1,000 prices locked low for at least eight weeks.

Parents face £2,200 summer food bill as supermarkets slash price of family favourites

Decathlon has launched its own 'Middle Aisle' with discounts on school shoes, Adidas trainers, backpacks and water bottles, with prices frozen until August 30.

Decathlon has launched its own 'Middle Aisle' with discounts on school shoes, Adidas trainers, backpacks and water bottles, with prices frozen until August 30.

Move over Aldi as Decathlon unveils its own ‘Middle Aisle’ with huge savings

Poole Harbour Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary this summer from July 31 to August 2

Poole Harbour Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary this summer from July 31 to August 2

Get ready for a packed summer of fun across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Family fun at the New Forest & Hampshire County Show

Family fun at the New Forest & Hampshire County Show

New Forest Show

New Forest and Hampshire County Show set to return to Brockenhurst next week

Nick Cope will perform his new Family Show at Lighthouse Poole on October 10

Nick Cope will perform his new Family Show at Lighthouse Poole on October 10

Lighthouse Theatre

CBeebies favourite to perform new family concert at Dorset venue this October

Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure, laughter and discovery as the much loved Littledown Family Fun Day returns for its 11th year on July 26.

Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure, laughter and discovery as the much loved Littledown Family Fun Day returns for its 11th year on July 26.

Free day of adventure and laughter to return to Bournemouth this weekend

Beaulieu is offering summer savings as part of the Great British Summer Savings scheme.

Beaulieu is offering summer savings as part of the Great British Summer Savings scheme.

Cultural attractions

Beaulieu offering savings through government scheme

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Bournemouth death notices and funeral announcements from the Bournemouth Echo

Claire Shpachynska, founder of the Hello Project at a Pints and Pigtails event

Claire Shpachynska, founder of the Hello Project at a Pints and Pigtails event

Trader of the week

Trader of the week: Events company helping dads learn to style hair over a pint

Families could save hundreds during the school holidays thanks to the Government's temporary VAT cut. Alton Towers, National Trust, Knowsley Safari, LEGOLAND and more are offering cheaper days out.

Families could save hundreds during the school holidays thanks to the Government's temporary VAT cut. Alton Towers, National Trust, Knowsley Safari, LEGOLAND and more are offering cheaper days out.

Summer holidays

Parents urged to save as theme parks, cinemas, zoos and restaurants cut summer prices

Cultural attractions

Summer holiday adventures the whole family will love

The Blue Pool, located near Wareham, will host its first-ever Fairy Day on Sunday, July 26, offering a day of enchantment and woodland fun for visitors of all ages.

The Blue Pool, located near Wareham, will host its first-ever Fairy Day on Sunday, July 26, offering a day of enchantment and woodland fun for visitors of all ages.

Nature reserve near Wareham to host first-ever Fairy Day next weekend

Summer holidays at Beaulieu

Summer holidays at Beaulieu

Big adventures start at Beaulieu this summer with Great British Summer Savings

A free outdoor augmented reality football trail kicks off in Wimborne for the summer holidays

A free outdoor augmented reality football trail kicks off in Wimborne for the summer holidays

Wimborne kicks off the summer holidays with a new family football-themed trail

From July 20 to August 30, Tesco will sell pre-filled food donation bags at stores in and around Bournemouth, containing long-life essentials.

From July 20 to August 30, Tesco will sell pre-filled food donation bags at stores in and around Bournemouth, containing long-life essentials.

Tesco offering additional support to Bournemouth families during summer holidays

A next of kin appeal has been issued

A next of kin appeal has been issued

Coroner's Court

Next of kin appeal for 70-year-old man who died at home in Blandford Forum

Jon Andrew, who has died at the age of 94, was one of the most versatile and acclaimed international tenors of his generation and in a long and distinguished career, sang in the world’s great opera houses from Covent Garden to La Scala.

Jon Andrew, who has died at the age of 94, was one of the most versatile and acclaimed international tenors of his generation and in a long and distinguished career, sang in the world’s great opera houses from Covent Garden to La Scala.

Acclaimed international tenor who lived in Bournemouth dies at home aged 94

Tank battle re-enactment

Tank battle re-enactment

Live tank displays to entertain visitors at a Dorset museum this summer holiday