This page provides news, stories and information on events in and around Fontmell Magna parish.
News and information on current events can also be found in the parish's monthly newsletter The Gossip Tree.
Published: 23 Nov 21
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984, TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE, C52 BEDCHESTER I enclose details of a temporary traffic notice which Dorset Council is to introduce. The Notice comes in to operation on 03rd December 2021, between 09:30 and 15:30 and will remain in force for 5 days, however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 03rd December 2021 This Notice will enable Sunbelt Rentals agents of Openreach safe access to pole testing in the highway. If you would like further information: • concerning access or the work being undertaken, please call Sunbelt Rentals agents of Openreach on 03700 500 792. • concerning this notice please call Dorset Highways Traffic team on 01305 221020; • concerning these and other roadwork’s in your area visit: www.roadworks.org Read More...
Published: 17 Nov 21
Come and Join us in making your beautiful Wreaths for Christmas with Grow Flowers! Contact Kelly Oakley for Tickets kelly_sibley@hotmail.com Read More...
Published: 2 Nov 21
At Fontmell Village Hall at 9am Every First Sunday of the Month (excluding January) Read More...
Activity Timetable Read More...
Published: 1 Nov 21
Next Lunch: Wednesday 24th November All are welcome to join us for a FREE LUNCH at Fontmell Magna Village Hall Doors open 12 noon Lunch served 12.30pm Read More...
Published: 30 Oct 21
From Dorset Council; It’s the annual residents’ survey and we want to hear from you. Tell us what you think about where you live and how you feel about Dorset Council. The residents' survey is important to help us understand residents’ priorities and experiences and will help us make improvements to council services. The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. You can find instructions on completing the survey below. Read More...
Published: 21 Oct 21
RECRUITING FOR THE DORSET LOCAL ACCESS FORUM NOW! Help IMPROVE public paths and open space in Dorset for walking, horse riding and cycling Read More...
The Parish Council are looking for volunteers to help with the upkeep of a small patch of communal land in the centre Fontmell Village Read More...
Published: 5 Oct 21
Early Christmas Market at Fontmell Magna Village Hall and Grounds Saturday 16th October 11 am to 3 pm. Read More...
Published: 1 Oct 21
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE FONTMELL HILL, ASHMORE & FONTMELL MAGNA Read More...
Published: 1 Jun 21
Details of arrangements for the Opening Day on 24th June 2021 Read More...
Published: 3 May 21
Change of date and arrangements for the AGM and Annual Parish Meeting Read More...
Published: 7 Apr 21
The Spring Newsletter from the Dorset National Park team is available, highlighting the benefits that would accrue from a designated national park. Read More...
Published: 5 Apr 21
Grand opening will take place on Saturday 26th June 1.00-4.00pm. Information on the events and how you can help. Read More...
Published: 24 Mar 21
Information about the upcoming YDH Governor Elections 2021. Read More...
Published: 26 Feb 21
Are you interested in Fostering? Read More...
Published: 4 Feb 21
West St., is due to be closed between 54 West St., and Myrtle Cottage between 15th & 20th February 2021. It is anticpated the works will be completed by 19th February 2021. Read More...
Melbury Street and Dinah's Hollow are due to be closed from 11th February 2021 for 5 days. It is however anticipated that the works will be completed on 11th February 2021. Read More...
Published: 11 Jan 21
West St., Fontmell Magna is due to be closed at Pipers Mill between 18th & 22nd January 2021 Read More...
Published: 29 Dec 20
A community cut flower garden, for the benefit of all, behind the surgery in Fontmell Magna Read More...
Published: 4 Dec 20
Dorset Council has published a strategy and action plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions Read More...
Published: 29 Oct 20
The next census will take place on 21st March 2021. Click header for more information. Read More...
Published: 14 Oct 20
Our clerk, Marianne Wheatley, is stepping down from her role in the New Year. Read More...
Published: 14 Jul 20
Schedule of road closure in Fontmell parish for re-surfacing work to take place in August. Read More...
Published: 22 Jun 20
In preparation for the AGM the PC's annual report for 2019/20 is now available for residents Read More...
Published: 1 Jun 20
The Annual General Meeting will be held on Zoom on the 8th June Read More...
Published: 28 May 20
There is a now a single support scheme running in Fontmell for the ordering and delivery of groceries Read More...
Published: 12 May 20
Dorset COVID-19 Community Response team has issued a statement of ways people in self-isolation can get help Read More...
Published: 1 May 20
Guidance is available on how to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8th May. Read More...
Published: 29 Apr 20
No decision has been made as to when the next meeting will be held but it is anticipated that this will be before 31st July 2020. Read More...
Published: 26 Mar 20
From December 2020 the Fontmell Magna Neighbourhood Plan will be afforded less weight in planning decisions. Read More...
Published: 27 Feb 20
‘The Big Bang’ is a programme of UK-wide events to get students excited about science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Read More...
Published: 3 Nov 19
There are currently 4 councillor vacancies. Please contact the Clerk if you would like to join Read More...
Published: 1 Nov 19
Following Chris Bellers' departure from the village, the Gossip Tree will be taken forward by two new editors Read More...
Published: 18 Oct 19
Cranborne Chase has become the first AONB to be formally designated an International Dark Sky Reserve. Read More...
Published: 19 Sep 19
The autumn litter pick will take place on Sunday 3rd November starting at the Village Hall at 10.30am. Read More...
Published: 30 Aug 19
Will be held at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton on Saturday September 7th from 10.00 – 2.30pm. Read More...
Published: 27 May 19
Superfast broadband is now available to 97% of Dorset's Premises. Read More...
Published: 29 Apr 19
Consequently, there are now three vacancies on the Parish Council. Read More...
Published: 3 Apr 19
The Annual Parish litter pick is taking place on Sunday 7th April in the Village Hall at 10:30 Read More...
Published: 18 Nov 18
NDDC has decided to make the Fontmell Magna Neighbourhood Plan part of the development plan Read More...
Published: 16 Nov 18
The official result of the Neighbourhood Plan referendum is now published Read More...
Published: 19 Oct 18
A drop-in session will be held on Saturday 10th November in the Village Hall between 10:00am-4:00pm Read More...
Published: 30 May 18
The Parish Council's Annual Report for 2017-18 is now available to view. Read More...
Published: 27 Apr 18
The Auction and Meal will be held in the Village Hall on 30th June 2018 to raise funds for St Andrews Church Read More...
Published: 28 Mar 18
Margaret Marande, 81, from Fontmell Magna, is to walk the 220-mile Hardy Walk to raise funds for three good causes. Read More...
Published: 16 Mar 18
The Neighbourhood Plan has been submitted to NDDC for examination. Read More...
Published: 10 Feb 18
The Conservation Area Appraisal has been formally adopted by NDDC, with effect from 14th February 2018. Read More...