Welcome to Dorset Lifestyle...

Located on England’s spectacular south coast, Dorset is a county of breathtaking natural beauty, historic charm, and coastal adventure. 

Famous for its Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorset offers dramatic cliffs, golden beaches, and picturesque countryside villages that capture the essence of traditional English life. 

From the lively seaside towns of Bournemouth, Poole, and Weymouth to the tranquil landscapes of Shaftesbury, Sherborne, and Bridport, Dorset blends rich history with modern coastal living. 

Whether you’re exploring fossil-filled beaches, walking along rolling hills, or sampling local produce in charming market towns, Dorset provides the perfect escape for nature lovers, families, and anyone seeking a slower pace of life by the sea.

Celebrating Dorset - Events & Features

Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show | 19 August - 20 August 2026

Festival Guide

Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show | 19 August - 20 August 2026

Discover the Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show 2026, taking place on 19–20 August at the Turnpike Showground near...

Great Dorset Chilli Festival | 1 August - 2 August 2026

Food & Music Festivals

Great Dorset Chilli Festival | 1 August - 2 August 2026

Turn up the heat at the Great Dorset Chilli Festival 2026, taking place on 1-2 August at the beautiful Stock G...

Overbury's Fine Art Supplies: Westbourne's Independent Art Shop for Creative Minds

Fine Art Supplies & Art Shops

Overbury's Fine Art Supplies: Westbourne's Independent Art Shop for Creative Minds

Tucked away inside the charming Westbourne Arcade, Overbury's Fine Art Supplies is more than simply a place to...

Cirqle Café & Bar: Christchurch's Stylish All-Day Café, Cocktail Bar & Live Music Venue

Cocktail & Lounge Bars

Cirqle Café & Bar: Christchurch's Stylish All-Day Café, Cocktail Bar & Live Music Venue

Discover Cirqle Café & Bar in Christchurch, where speciality coffee, delicious brunches, handcrafted cocktails...

Ember Haus at Litton Lakes: Our Experience at Dorset's New Lakeside Sauna Retreat

Best Places to Visit

Ember Haus at Litton Lakes: Our Experience at Dorset's New Lakeside Sauna Retreat

Discover our experience at Ember Haus, Litton Lakes' lakeside sauna retreat, where wood-fired heat, cold water...

Swanage Carnival | 25 July - 1 August 2026

Festival Guide

Swanage Carnival | 25 July - 1 August 2026

Enjoy Swanage Carnival 2026, taking place from 25 July to 1 August on Dorset's stunning Jurassic Coast. One of...

Proms in the Park | Friday 7 August & Saturday 8 August 2026

Festival Guide

Proms in the Park | Friday 7 August & Saturday 8 August 2026

Experience Proms in the Park 2026 at Meyrick Park, Bournemouth, on 7-8 August. Hosted by the Bournemouth Symph...

Christchurch Music Festival 2026 | Friday 17 July - Sunday 19 July 2026

Festival Guide

Christchurch Music Festival 2026 | Friday 17 July - Sunday 19 July 2026

Celebrate summer at the Christchurch Music Festival 2026, one of Dorset's biggest live music weekends. Taking...

Tree of Strings Festival: A New Music Celebration in Abbotsbury

Festival Guide

Tree of Strings Festival: A New Music Celebration in Abbotsbury

Discover Tree of Strings Festival in Abbotsbury, where world-class musicians, emerging talent and a passion fo...

Visiting The Blue Pool Nature Reserve & Tearooms: Discovering Dorset’s Most Surreal Nature Reserve

Best Places to Visit

Visiting The Blue Pool Nature Reserve & Tearooms: Discovering Dorset’s Most Surreal Nature Reserve

Discover why The Blue Pool Nature Reserve is one of Dorset's most magical attractions. Hidden within the beaut...

Exploring Farmer Palmer's - I Now Understand Why Kids Love This Dorset Farm Park

Best Places to Visit

Exploring Farmer Palmer's - I Now Understand Why Kids Love This Dorset Farm Park

Discover why Farmer Palmer's is one of Dorset's favourite family attractions for young children. Designed espe...

Visiting Nothe Fort - The Multi Award-Winning Museum & Visitor Attraction.

Tourist & Visitor Attractions

Visiting Nothe Fort - The Multi Award-Winning Museum & Visitor Attraction.

Discover why Nothe Fort is one of Weymouth's most underrated attractions. Explore atmospheric underground tunn...