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The Met Office has forecast sunny weather and rainy weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over the upcoming weekend

Odeon Dorchester

Odeon Dorchester

A Christmas Carol

What films are on in cinemas in Dorchester, Wareham and Weymouth this weekend

Remembrance Weymouth. Volunteers from Nothe Fort with cannon.

Pic by. Dorset Media Services.

Remembrance Weymouth. Volunteers from Nothe Fort with cannon.

Pic by. Dorset Media Services.

Remembrance Services

Pictures as Dorset falls silent to honour war dead at Remembrance Day services

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather and rainy weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather and rainy weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over the upcoming weekend

Overnight closures are planned on the A35 between Honiton and Charmouth for camera installation works.

Overnight closures are planned on the A35 between Honiton and Charmouth for camera installation works.

Overnight A35 closures planned in Dorset for camera installation works

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth this weekend

Young cook Ziva and Kate Parish Development Team Lead at Dorset Youth (DY).

Young cook Ziva and Kate Parish Development Team Lead at Dorset Youth (DY).

Friendly Food Club

Young people with health challenges grow confidence and skills through cooking

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over the upcoming weekend

Odeon Dorchester

Odeon Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth this weekend

Multi-award winning director and writer Charles Sturridge brings the extraordinary inside story behind the making of Granada TV’s sumptuous adaptation of Evelyn Waugh’s Brideshead Revisited to Bridport Arts Centre on November 1.

Multi-award winning director and writer Charles Sturridge brings the extraordinary inside story behind the making of Granada TV’s sumptuous adaptation of Evelyn Waugh’s Brideshead Revisited to Bridport Arts Centre on November 1.

Bridport Arts Centre

Untold story of Brideshead Revisited to come to Dorset venue this weekend

Santa LIVE! returns to Bridport’s Electric Palace on December 20 and December 21

Santa LIVE! returns to Bridport’s Electric Palace on December 20 and December 21

Electric Palace

Christmas magic to return to Dorset this December with brand-new family show

Aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners across Dorset are being encouraged to take advantage of a new programme of free business support delivered by business advisory firm Evolve in partnership with Dorset Council

Aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners across Dorset are being encouraged to take advantage of a new programme of free business support delivered by business advisory firm Evolve in partnership with Dorset Council

Free Dorset support programme to help turn business ideas into reality

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Isle of Wight restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Isle of Wight restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

Food Hygiene Ratings

Dorset food hygiene ratings - latest scores revealed for cafes and restaurants

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth this weekend

Maggot’s Diversions.

Maggot’s Diversions.

Bridport Arts Centre

Folk musicians 'Maggot’s Diversions' unite to support Bridport Arts Centre

The Met Office has forecast mostly sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast mostly sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

Odeon Dorchester

Odeon Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth this weekend

Students at The Sir John Colfox Academy in Bridport can now access two table tennis tables, netball match balls, pickleball rackets and a junior cricket set, all purchased with support from David Wilson Redrow South West.

Students at The Sir John Colfox Academy in Bridport can now access two table tennis tables, netball match balls, pickleball rackets and a junior cricket set, all purchased with support from David Wilson Redrow South West.

David Wilson Redrow South West

Dorset students receive new sports equipment thanks to funding from housebuilder

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and other food businesses have been revealed.

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and other food businesses have been revealed.

Food Hygiene Ratings

Dorset food hygiene ratings - latest scores revealed for cafes and restaurants

The Met Office has forecast a mix of rainy and sunny weather in Dorset this weekend.

The Met Office has forecast a mix of rainy and sunny weather in Dorset this weekend.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth this weekend

Cllr Clare Sutton, education and children portfolio holder

Cllr Clare Sutton, education and children portfolio holder

Backing for Dorset SEND reform plan from Government

Bridport hold on in a thrilling 34-28 win versus Oakmedians

Bridport hold on in a thrilling 34-28 win versus Oakmedians

Bridport hold on in thrilling 34-28 win against Oakmedians

Britmead Guesthouse, West Bay Road, Bridport

Britmead Guesthouse, West Bay Road, Bridport

New West Dorset licencing proposals, including a guesthouse, open for consultation

Odeon Dorchester

Odeon Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth this weekend

Sidney Gale House, Bridport, before demolition.

Sidney Gale House, Bridport, before demolition.

Asbestos delays Sidney Gale centre decision further

Bridport Fire engine attending the property in town

Bridport Fire engine attending the property in town

Kitchen fire sparks large emergency response

The Met Office has forecast mostly sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast mostly sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth this weekend

Odeon Dorchester

Odeon Dorchester

Aardman Animations

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Wareham this weekend

The BSO conducted by Mark Wigglesworth and Jess Gillam perform Wagner: Forbidden Love Overture, Dani Howard: Saxophone Concerto (ft. Jess Gillam: saxophone) and Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique at Bristol Beacon.

The BSO conducted by Mark Wigglesworth and Jess Gillam perform Wagner: Forbidden Love Overture, Dani Howard: Saxophone Concerto (ft. Jess Gillam: saxophone) and Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique at Bristol Beacon.

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra

Live orchestral music returning to rural communities across Dorset this autumn

Weymouth RNLI lifeboat

Weymouth RNLI lifeboat

Two people left stranded at sea after medical emergency

The Met Office has forecast a mix of cloudy and sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast a mix of cloudy and sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

National Cinema Weekend

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth this weekend

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

Food Hygiene Ratings

Dorset food hygiene ratings - latest scores revealed for cafes and restaurants

Dorset Blind Association is asking local people to think carefully about what they donate, as unsuitable items are now costing the charity around £2,500 a month to dispose of.

Dorset Blind Association is asking local people to think carefully about what they donate, as unsuitable items are now costing the charity around £2,500 a month to dispose of.

Dorset Blind Association

Dorset charity spending thousands each month to dispose of unsuitable donations

The Met Office has forecast a mix of sun and rain over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast a mix of sun and rain over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

Odeon Dorchester

Odeon Dorchester

What's on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester, Wareham and Weymouth this weekend

The Met Office has forecast a mix of sun and rain over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast a mix of sun and rain over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

New exercise classes launched to help people with debilitating condition

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

What's on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester, Wareham and Weymouth this weekend

Students receive their GCSE results at The Sir John Colfox Academy in Bridport. 20th August 2026. Picture Credit: Graham Hunt Photography

Students receive their GCSE results at The Sir John Colfox Academy in Bridport. 20th August 2026. Picture Credit: Graham Hunt Photography

Pictures: Students in west Dorset pick up GCSE results

The scores are in - the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

The scores are in - the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

Food Hygiene Ratings

Dorset food hygiene ratings - latest scores revealed for cafes and restaurants

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

Odeon Dorchester

Odeon Dorchester

What's on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester, Wareham and Weymouth this weekend

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

What's on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester, Wareham and Weymouth this weekend

East Beach in West Bay, Bridport

East Beach in West Bay, Bridport

Dorset beaches named among the most beautiful places to visit this summer

The scores are in - the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Isle of Wight restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

The scores are in - the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Isle of Wight restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.

Food Hygiene Ratings

Dorset food hygiene ratings - latest scores revealed for cafes and restaurants

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland, and Weymouth.

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

Odeon Dorchester

Odeon Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Wareham this weekend

The Princes Royal officially opens Dorset Police HQ

The Princes Royal officially opens Dorset Police HQ

Ex-officer ‘abused position of trust’ with domestic abuse victim, says police chief

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport and Lyme Regis

The Met Office has forecast sunny weather over the weekend in Bridport and Lyme Regis

Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

The Plaza cinema, Dorchester

What films are on in cinemas in Bridport, Dorchester and Wareham this weekend