Archived issue
Purbeck Police are appealing for help identifying a man captured on CCTV following the theft of e-bikes in Swanage. Anyone who recognises the individual is asked to contact police with information.
Read more →Worgret Road in Wareham is closed for SGN gas pipe renewal work until 31st August 2026. The Campsite Connect 35 bus service between Swanage and Wareham Forest is affected, with Bus 30 towards Lulworth and Weymouth serving limited stops only.
Read more →The Mowlem aims to establish itself as Swanage's thriving cultural centre, hosting concerts, comedy evenings, and festivals. The venue works with organisations including PAW, Purbeck Film Festival, Blues and Jazz Festivals, ArtsReach and Arts by The Sea.
Read more →Swanage scored 234 all out but lost to Poole Town 2nds by 19 runs in Dorset Cricket League action on Saturday. Poole Town finished on 253 all out.
Read more →The historic family-run Costcutter shop in Swanage now offers home deliveries within 30 to 60 minutes to the local area.
Read more →2026-09-11 to 2026-09-13 · Swanage
A full weekend of music and dance in the Victorian seaside town.
More →August 2026 · Swanage
Swanage Lifeboat Week Raft Race
Teams of six race homemade rafts and compete to rescue their damsel in distress.
More →August 2026 · Swanage
Multiple events including lifeboat launch, gig races at Central Beach, sailing club races, and fun quiz.
More →TBC · Swanage
Simon and Garfunkel Tribute Act
Dan and Pete perform an authentic vocal tribute to the music of Simon and Garfunkel.
More →August 2026 · Swanage
Eight-day Wild West themed festival ending with fancy dress wheelbarrow race and street dancing.
More →What are some fun things to do with kids in Swanage ...
From coastal walks and paddleboarding to fossil hunting along the beach, there's plenty for adventurers in Swanage. What's your top outdoor activity or hidden ...
More →Found painted rock 1341 near Swanage con club
We found this stone by the ice cream kiosk on Swanage Beach. It had cute pictures of cats on it. We have put it somewhere else where it will be found quite ...
More →Swanage photos. Mixed photographers as always
Swanage Snapshots! Share your favourite photo taken in Swanage, whether it's a sunrise on the beach, a stroll along the pier, or a hidden gem in town.
More →localwire — Swanage · Latest issue · Privacy
Subscribe →Like what you see? Get it in your inbox.