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Pictures: More long-gone Weymouth cafés and restaurants

Here are some more old photos of Weymouth cafés and restaurants of the past - how many of these do you remember?

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Dorset's top 3 Michelin Guide restaurants according to Tripadvisor reviews

Dorset has a few restaurants in the Michelin Guide, with the top three being rated by Tripadvisor reviews

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Fleetwood Mac & Tom Petty tribute show coming to Dorset theatre

Tribute band celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty is coming to the Mowlem in Swanage.

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ITV viewers complain Coronation Street is 'not the same show' anymore

Coronation Street fans have complained that the popular ITV soap opera is 'not the same show' anymore.

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Film festival announces stunning summer outdoor screenings

The Purbeck Film Festival is set to return with popular summer screenings.

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Young dancers light up the stage at festival

Dorset County Dance Festival celebrate its third year of the successful event.

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Author talk on the 'hidden story' of Spanish Armada's defeat

A West Country author is set to explore the "hidden story" of the Spanish Armada's defeat in a talk in Weymouth.

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Cuban guitar duo to perform in Dorchester

The internationally acclaimed Cuban guitar duo, The Bridge, is coming to Dorchester this April.

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Five of the best spots in Dorset for a cream tea

AN AFTERNOON tea can be a very pleasant experience, whether you're treating someone for their birthday or even if there is no particular occasion at all.

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Teacher releases new book - and meets publisher for first time after 25 years

Richard Pask, 63, a primary school teacher at St Augustine's Primary Academy, and former English draughts champion and Grandmaster, has released a new version of his 2017 book Complete Checkers, titled...

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Comedian told hugely successful duo was over in lost village in Dorset

A much loved pint-sized comedian was told the hugely successful Two Ronnies double act was over whilst in a caravan in Dorset.

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Best-selling author Rachel McLean to celebrate new book in Dorset

Bestselling author Rachel McLean will join a pair of local writers to celebrate the launch of a new book.

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'Overnight, our world changed, and we were plunged into poverty'

Today, I write not as an actor, but as someone who has lived through the brutal reality of poverty.

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Portuguese restaurant to open in popular town dining quarter

A new Portuguese restaurant Santos + Co is opening in Brewery Square in Dorchester

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Celebrated conductor and orchestra bring music of Broadway legends to Dorset

A celebrated conductor and orchestra will bring the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein to Poole this summer.

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Bournemouth Airport set for major food and drink outlet revamp

Over the next year, SSP will invest in a makeover to transform these into a new bar and kitchen concept and a larger grab-and-go outlet.

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From food truck to café: Chef to follow dream and open town centre venue

After years of serving food from a truck, a chef is taking a leap and opening his very own town café

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Dorset restaurant wins top national award

Winners of the South West’s Most Prestigious Hospitality Awards Were Unveiled at a Glamorous Ceremony and Multi-course Dinner at the Delightfully Eclectic Homewood, Near Bath, on March 24.

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Can TV licence officers force their way into your home? Expert explains all

Under UK law, officers are tasked with ensuring that residents are paying the appropriate licence fee.

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'Do not eat': Chocolate bars sold at UK supermarkets recalled due to stones

Tony’s Chocolonely is recalling certain batches of two of its chocolate products because they may contain “small stones”.

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National award shortlist for Dorset care home head chef

She has been recognised for her commitment to supporting colleagues, residents and the community.

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Monty Python star to perform in Dorset

Eric Idle, who has been a staple in the entertainment industry since 1963, will be backed by The Virtual Band.

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Britain's Got Talent semi-finalists to perform in Dorset

The choir is known for its rich harmonies and contemporary twist on the traditional Welsh male voice ensemble.

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Literary festival announces 2025 programme

A Dorset literary festival, Sturlitfest, has announced its programme for summer 2025.

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Theatre partners with taxi firm to offer 'concierge-style service'

The premier taxi fleet will now provide pre-booked taxis to pick up guests from the front of the theatre after shows.

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Dorset food and music festival to 'cook up a storm'

This year’s festival will treat attendees to a range of live music performances from top UK tribute acts and more.

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Attraction to offer 'living history' experience this Easter

The Castletown D-Day Centre is offering an immersive 'living history' experience this Easter holiday.

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Dorset restaurant wins prestigious dining award

Sherborne restaurant, The Clockspire, has come away with first prize at esteemed award ceremony for the Trencherman's Awards 2025.

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Rescue of giant sea monster in Dorset receives significant cash boost

The rescue of a giant sea monster in East Dorset has received a significant donation from Dolan Charitable trust.

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5 of the best pub beer gardens in Dorset to enjoy in sunny weather

The weather is warming up in Dorset and temperatures as high as 20c are expected on Friday - here's 5 of the best pub gardens to enjoy a pint in

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Certain Brits eligible for 50% discount on TV licence amid price increase

It comes as the cost of the licence fee went up by £5 on 1 April.

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Half of Brits follow ‘five second rule’ – eating dropped morsels to avoid waste

Brits will eat dropped food that has been on the floor for up to six seconds, research has found.

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Everything you need to know as ITV's Grace returns for series 5

Grace will be back on our screens on April 6 - here's the cast list and how you can watch series five of the crime/detective show.

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ITV viewers slam 'privileged' Jeremy Kyle for Life Stories episode

Jeremy Kyle’s appearance on Kate Garraway's Life Stories aired last night (April 1) - and some viewers took to X (formerly Twitter) to complain.

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EastEnders original Vicki Fowler's surprising career change 20 years on

EastEnders’ Vicki Fowler made her grand return to Albert Square this week now played by Alice Haig - but what do we know about the original actress from the noughties?

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Popular Channel 4 show axed with presenter 'desperate' for it to return

Naked Attraction, which first aired in 2016, is a British dating show that involved one clothed person faced with six naked singletons.

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Sainsbury's apologises to shoppers as metal found in chocolate and recall issued

Anyone who has purchased the recalled chocolate from Sainsbury's is being urged not to eat it

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Quay pub reopens after six-week refurbishment

As part of the refurbishment, the pub has been given a new look, with fresh furniture and a brighter colour scheme.

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Vandals target elephant sculpture trail - a day after it is launched

‘Mindless’ vandals have targeted recently unveiled elephant sculptures which are raising funds for a vital end of life charity

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Star with Dorset links 'rumoured to be entering Celebrity Big Brother'

Chesney Hawkes, a star with links to Dorset, is rumoured to be entering reality TV show Celebrity Big Brother

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Apply for ITV's Who Wants To Be A Millionaire as Jeremy Clarkson confirms return

ITV’s Who Wants to be a Millionaire? is looking for contestants to take part in the show hosted by Jeremy Clarkson.

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Chesney Hawkes reveals his links to huge popstar amid Celebrity Big Brother...

Rumoured Celebrity Big Brother contestant Chesney Hawkes revealed how he missed the chance to collaborate with Ed Sheeran.

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Jeremy Clarkson confirms release date for brand new Clarkson's Farm

Prime Video has released the official date that Jeremy Clarkson's show, Clarkson's Farm will return to the Amazon streaming service.

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Meet the artist behind elephant sculpture on Stampede by the Sea art trail

Visitors to the Stampede by the Sea art trail can meet the artist behind one of the elephant sculptures this Saturday.

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'Do not eat': Products sold at Sainsbury's, Tesco, Asda and more recalled

The Food Standards Agency 'do not eat' warnings to customers after some products have been found to contain plastic and others insects

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All to know on BBC revenge thriller Reunion from producers of Adolescence

Matthew Gurney and Anne-Marie Duff lead the cast of Reunion on the BBC, which is from the same producers as Adolescence on Netflix

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Dorset festival announces return with big-name headliners

There will also be a DJ tent, rural craft demonstrations, campfire and tuk-tuk rides.

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Line of Duty season 7 'going ahead' as filming date 'confirmed' in latest update

Filming for season seven of BBC series Line of Duty is set to begin in January 2026, according to The Sun.

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Mural celebrating lifesavers begins to take shape on corner of town street

Work on the RNLI mural in Weymouth has commenced. The painting which will be on the side of Custom House café, is set to be finished within the next two weeks.

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Weymouth SummerFest 2025: Everything you need to know

Weymouth's annual festival returns this summer, promising a day packed with fun and entertainment.

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