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Tearoom at Highcliffe Castle celebrating first year of partnership with hospice
Located at Highcliffe Castle in Christchurch, The Castle Pantry has raised nearly £2,000 for Lewis-Manning Hospice Care since May 2025.
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Located at Highcliffe Castle in Christchurch, The Castle Pantry has raised nearly £2,000 for Lewis-Manning Hospice Care since May 2025.
A jet ski rider was stranded on the shoreline to Highcliffe Beach near Chewton Bunny.
A Highcliffe care home resident with a stunningly diverse past growing up in an army family has recently reached her 100th birthday, marking the celebration with friends and family.
Wow, Highcliffe Beach really does look spectacular from above! We love seeing our beautiful coastline captured so brilliantly. This aerial footage is a stunning reminder of what makes our little corner of Dorset so special.
NewsOur very own Highcliffe has a new reason to boast! A fantastic local salon, dedicated to making curls shine, has been crowned New Salon of the Year for the whole of the South of England. It's wonderful to see our Highcliffe talent getting the recognition it deserves!
NewsThe mysterious Highcliffe (New Forest) Coven and the night they conducted "Operation Cone of Power,"
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Looks like some important tree work is planned for a Holm Oak on Laurel Close in Highcliffe! This TPO-protected tree is getting a trim to clear phone lines and remove deadwood. We'll keep you updated on the progress of this local planning application.
Tree lovers in Highcliffe, take note! A Monterey pine is set to be felled and replaced with a new Scots pine on Mudeford. This tree work, subject to a TPO, is currently awaiting allocation.
Good news for residents on Juniper Drive! BCP Council is considering a planning application to replace a section of fence and concrete posts at number 25. This householder application is currently registered and awaiting allocation, with consultations closing on April 17th, 2026.
Planning news from our neighbourhood! An application has been submitted for a front, side, and rear extension at 28 Ricardo Crescent. The application is currently under consideration, with consultations ending in April 2026.
Exciting news for those living in the Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe ward! Plans are currently under consideration for a development at Rook Hill Court on Rook Hill Road. This could see the demolition of existing flats and garages to make way for two new detached homes.
What a cracking start to the day here in Highcliffe! Our beautiful beach was absolutely bathed in sunshine this morning, and someone even took to the skies to capture it all. Get ready for some stunning drone footage of our little slice of Dorset paradise!
Good news for residents in the Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe ward! BCP Council is currently considering a Lawful Development Certificate for window and door upgrades at 41 Stanpit. If approved, this could pave the way for much-needed improvements to local properties.
Exciting news from Bure Close! A planning application for a garden studio and pergola has been submitted for consideration. This could be a lovely addition to a property in our Mudeford, Stanpit & West Highcliffe ward.
Big news for Highcliffe! Our beloved Lord Bute has a new owner, and they're planning to transform it into a stunning new boutique hotel. We can't wait to see what Heartwood Collection has in store for this iconic local spot.
Get ready, Highcliffe! A fascinating new exhibition is opening its doors at our very own Castle, shining a light on the incredible, untold stories of the remarkable women who shaped its past. Come and discover a side of Highcliffe Castle you've never known before.
Thinking of making Highcliffe your new home, perhaps near the school? It sounds like you're drawn to our stunning coastline and the beautiful New Forest, and you're keen to hear from locals about life here as your family grows.
Another fantastic Saturday morning saw our beloved Highcliffe beach parkrun return for its sixth outing! The salty air and the sound of the waves were the perfect soundtrack for our community coming together for a bit of fresh air and friendly competition right here on our beautiful Dorset coast.
Brace yourselves, Highcliffe! That much-loved sound of summer is returning, as the Highcliffe music festival has been given the green light to go ahead, despite some initial local grumbles. Get ready to dust off your dancing shoes and soak up some fantastic tunes right here on our doorstep.