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NewsBournemouth Echo

Improvement works to enhance Victoria Road in Ferndown to start next month

A 10-week improvement project is set to transform Victoria Road into a greener and more welcoming high street from September 7,

27 August 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Ferndown high street set to undergo major revamp

Major improvements to a Ferndown town centre road are set to get underway next month.

21 August 2026
Bournemouth Echo

High street store announces permanent closure after more than a decade in the town

A health food store has confirmed it will close its doors after more than a decade in Ferndown.

20 August 2026
Bournemouth Echo

'This cannot continue' - properties damaged in slingshot attacks

Children have been accused of terrorising a Ferndown suburb with a slingshot, with residents warning "this cannot continue.”

10 August 2026
Bournemouth Echo

The 'delightful oasis' of a Dorset cafe where you can pick your own blueberries

The Flowerbarn Cafe at Brothers Farm near Ferndown has earned plenty of praise from visitors

6 August 2026
Bournemouth Echo

LIVE - Delays after crash partially blocks A31

DELAYS have been reported on the A31 between Ferndown and Wimborne after a reported crash.

4 August 2026
Bournemouth Echo

New cycle lane added 16 cyclists on the route per day each costing £14

A CYCLE lane along Wimborne Road at Ferndown added 16 cyclists on the route per day, each costing £14, Dorset councillors have been told.

1 August 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Family-run Ferndown automotive specialist celebrating 95th anniversary this year

Aston Service Dorset Ltd is a world-renowned, family-run automotive specialist that holds a highly unique place in British motoring history

29 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Wetherspoons applies to Dorset Council for premises licence for new Ferndown pub

JD Wetherspoon applies for alcohol licence at former Smugglers Haunt pub, Ferndown. Public can comment via Dorset Council Licensing until 5 August 2026.

20 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Council sticking with decision to axe school crossing patrol

Dorset Council is sticking to its decision over plans to end a school crossing patrol in Ferndown.

18 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Retired teacher who went missing found unresponsive on Ferndown road

An inquest has opened following the death of a man who was missing for more than two weeks.

17 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

'Just keep breathing' - Dorset care home centenarian shares secret to long life

June Judd, a resident at Ferndown Manor, marked her 100th birthday at the Care UK home on Golf Links Road with a special party.

17 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Care home resident in Ferndown celebrates her 104th birthday with a magic show

Centenarian Margery Haynes’ big day at Colten Care’s Amberwood House in Ferndown featured a show by visiting performer Andy the Magician.

13 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Charity pays tribute to long-serving head groundsman after 42 years of service

Ferndown Town Council, as Sole Trustee of King George's Field Charity, pays tribute to long-serving Heads Groundsman Keith Wilcox after 42 years of service.

10 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Dorset care homes team up with community for World Cup matchday magic

Care UK’s The Potteries, in Broadstone, and Ferndown Manor teamed up with their local communities to take part in a host of football-themed activities.

10 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

'I get nightmares': Teen 'punched' and 'headbutted' by man in 60s

A young girl has said that she still gets 'nightmares' after reportedly being headbutted and punched by a man in his 60s during an assault in Ferndown.

9 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Graduate designs track side looks with Hugo Boss for Formula One drivers

A 25-year-old fashion graduate from Ferndown has seen his designs brought to life on the Formula 1 stage after winning a national competition to create outfits for drivers at Silverstone.

9 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Letter: 'I will not be returning to Bournemouth for a holiday'

I am writing to you as someone with deep roots in the area: I was born in Poole, grew up in Ferndown, and spent my earlier working and social life in Bournemouth.

9 July 2026
Dorset Council

New speed limit for parts of Ferndown and West Parley

Great news for Ferndown residents! Dorset Council is rolling out a new, safer speed limit in parts of our town and neighbouring West Parley. This is a fantastic step towards making our local roads even safer for everyone in the community.

6 July 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Search for missing 78-year-old continues as family release statement

The search for a missing man who was last seen in Ferndown continues as his family release a grateful statement.

1 July 2026

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