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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > 26526308.ps-waverley-arrives-weymouth-jurassic-coast-cruise

Passengers step back in time as last paddle steamer arrives in town

5+ day, 23+ hour ago   (400+ words) The world’s last seagoing paddle steamer has stunned residents as it arrived in Weymouth. Many were eagerly awaiting the Waverley to arrive in Dorset last week, as it embarked on journeys along the Jurassic Coast, taking passengers on a journey…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > 26516609.famous-train-drew-crowds-arrived-weymouth

One of Britain's best-known luxury trains visits Weymouth

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (296+ words) A luxury rail tour drew the attention of train enthusiasts and passers-by alike as the Dorset Coast Statesman made its way to Weymouth. The distinctive train, operated by Statesman Rail, is one of the UK's best-known luxury charter services and…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > national > 26497224.passport-required-uk-ireland-ferry-crossings

Passport to be required for UK-Ireland ferry crossings

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (255+ words) Ferry passengers between Ireland and Britain will need a valid passport from the end of next month, according to requirements of the UK Border Force. Stena Line and Irish Ferries informed customers on Wednesday that the change is due to…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > 26444535.new-swimming-sauna-wellness-experience-launching

New swimming and sauna wellness experience launching in Dorset

1+ mon, 5+ day ago   (411+ words) A new open water swimming and sauna destination is opening in the heart of Purbeck beneath the historic silhouette of Corfe Castle. The Wild Swimming Co is set to launch its Open Water Swimming and Sauna experience at Dorset Adventure…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > 26268440.morrisons-confirms-roll-feature-uk-supermarkets

Morrisons confirms major roll out of new feature across 500 supermarkets across UK

2+ mon, 2+ day ago   (304+ words) Supermarket giant Morrisons has announced plans to roll out parcel lockers at all of its UK stores. The Parcel Pending by Quadient lockers will be introduced nationwide following the success of the locker partnership at Morrisons Daily Stores introduced in…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > 26197067.english-coastal-locations-least-expensive-live

New report names most and least expensive coastal locations across England

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (248+ words) According from new data from The Property Buying Company, Sandbanks has been named the priciest coastal location in England. The Dorset peninsula commands a median property value of £847,500, firmly establishing it as the highest ranking seaside area for house prices…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > 26167496.swapping-cod-hoki-dorset-chippie-case-brewer

I tried a cheaper fish at my local chippie - and still haven’t gone back to cod

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (494+ words) With National Fish and Chip Day here today, cod prices remain high – but one cheaper alternative I tried earlier this year completely changed my order. With National Fish and Chip Day landing today Friday, June 5, many people will be planning…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > national > 26148261.britains-seaside-hotspots-house-prices-growing-fastest-revealed

Britain’s seaside hotspots where house prices are growing fastest revealed

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (450+ words) Seaside towns in Merseyside and Wales have been named as the coastal hotspots where house prices are rising the fastest, outpacing the wider UK market, new analysis shows. Bootle in Merseyside tops the list with average asking prices up 11% compared…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > 26129806.6-margaret-green-animal-rescue-pets-looking-new-homes

6 pets at Margaret Green Animal Rescue who dream of finding a cosy new home

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (588+ words) If you're looking to adopt a pet, then plenty of dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and more are hoping to find new homes at Margaret Green Animal Rescue. The organisation has two centres in Dorset and one in Devon, which…...

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dorsetecho.co.uk > news > 26105150.6-pets-rspca-dorset-branches-dreaming-new-homes

6 pets at RSPCA Dorset dreaming of cosy new homes including 'sensitive' dog

3+ mon, 4+ week ago   (584+ words) If you're looking to adopt a pet, then plenty of dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and more are hoping to find new homes at Dorset RSPCA branches. The organisation has two branches in the county at Ashley Heath and Dorchester....