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Choosing the right fencing and gates in Shillingstone is essential when you want privacy, security, and an attractive finish around your property. At Hambledons, we provide high-quality installations designed to enhance your home while offering long-term reliability... Expert Fencing and Gate Solutions for Every Property With more than 40 years of combined experience, Hambledons design, supply, and install fencing and gates suited to both modern and traditional homes. Every p

Creating a lush, healthy lawn starts with expert installation. At Hambledons, we specialise in premium turfing in Shillingstone, transforming bare ground or tired lawns into beautiful, hard-wearing outdoor spaces. Our local team uses only the highest quality turf and fertiliser, ensuring strong growth and long-term durability... Expert Premium Turfing in Shillingstone for Every Garden Whether you’re replacing an old lawn, landscaping a new build, or repairing worn patches, Ha

Winter is one of the most rewarding times to look for grey seals on the Dorset coast, not only because the colder months bring them closer to shore but also due to the shifting behaviour of the wider marine ecosystem. As stormy seas push fish and other prey species into shallower waters, seals follow — and with fewer visitors on the beaches, they are more likely to haul out on quiet stretches of coastline to rest and conserve energy. Wildlife groups across the region report t

A new Chatty bench has been unveiled at one of Dorset’s most picturesque coastal spots, encouraging visitors to take a moment to talk, listen, and connect. Designed to gently prompt open conversations, the bench aims to reduce loneliness and spark supportive dialogue around mental health... The bench, painted by local artist Helena Chessher, was created as part of a Dorset Mind initiative. Image: Dorset Mind The Chatty bench: Meaningful human connection The hand-painted bench

A viral Elm Tree Inn TikTok video has helped rescue a much-loved village pub in Dorset, earning its creators a nomination at the TikTok Awards UK & Ireland 2025. The historic Elm Tree Inn in Langton Herring closed in late 2023, prompting locals to launch a creative campaign to buy and reopen it as a community pub... Locals campaigning to save the Elm Tree Inn (Image: Natalia Goncherenko) Their Gen Z-style TikTok clip, which used humour and modern slang, quickly gained intern

Choosing the right fencing is essential for privacy, security, and creating a smart appearance around your property. At Hambledons, we specialise in fencing Blandford Forum homeowners can rely on for strength, style, and durability. Every installation is carried out with care to ensure long-lasting results... Expert Fencing Solutions Tailored to Suit With over 40 years of combined experience, Hambledons design, supply, and install fencing that suits both modern and tradition

A Reg Foy tribute is being planned to honour a man whose life was dedicated to spreading joy, laughter, and kindness across Dorset and beyond. Known to many as entertainer Professor Crackerbang, or affectionately among hospital patients as one of the Fistula Boys, Reg Foy always brought a smile to people’s faces. Sadly, Reg passed away in February this year aged 83 — but his legacy continues through the love and dedication of his wife, Ellen, and their children Sarah, Mark a

At Hambledons, we specialise in providing fencing and garden structures in Shillingstone that property owners can depend on. Every installation combines premium materials with skilled workmanship to ensure strength, style, and durability. With over 40 years of combined experience, our team designs, supplies, and installs bespoke fencing and timber buildings — all backed by a full 10-year guarantee... Expert Fencing and Garden Structures Shillingstone Homeowners Trust Hamble

If you’re searching for expert drainage and soakaway solutions in Blandford Forum  or the surrounding areas,  Hambledons provides reliable, long-lasting results across Dorset. Whether you’re struggling with standing water, surface flooding, or poor ground drainage, our team can design and install systems that effectively manage water flow and protect your property from flood damage... Professional Drainage and Soakaway Solutions in Blandford Forum & Dorset Much of Dorset sits

A newly analysed ichthyosaur fossil found in Dorset has been confirmed as a completely new species of prehistoric marine reptile....

Sturminster Newton is one of Dorset’s most charming market towns , surrounded by beautiful countryside and welcoming villages. Whether...

A reopened Dorset railway line has officially welcomed its first trains after four years of dedicated work by volunteers. The half-mile...

Dorset community projects are thriving, bringing residents and businesses together in creative and practical ways. From striking new art...

Environmental groups are warning that the UK 2030 nature target—to protect and restore 30 per cent of land and sea—is badly off track. At...

Swimmers in Dorset are being urged to avoid parts of Lyme Bay where Reggie the dolphin has been spotted after several close encounters...

Searching for “ gravel driveways Shillingstone”? Hambledons creates practical, attractive gravel driveways and paths across the majority...

Dorset Council’s Dorset climate and nature emergency response report reveals outstanding progress in tackling climate change and...

If you’re looking for expertly installed fencing and gates in Blandford Forum , Hambledons delivers durable, made-to-measure solutions...

When it comes to high-quality Dorset sheds , Hambledons is a trusted local name. Our garden buildings are built from premium,...

The Dorset summer reading challenge has officially returned this summer, inviting families to explore the magical bond between books and...