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Recent News

Easter Bank Holiday 2019

I'm sure you don't need reminding but this weekend it's Easter Bank Holiday and it's meant to be a sunny one! There's plenty going on this Easter including Weymouth's very own Quayside Music Festival ...

Published on: 17th April 2019

Weymouth Post Office Re-Opens

Weymouth main Post Office (which can be found in St Thomas Street) re-opened it's doors today after a shock closure the previous week. The Weymouth Post Office has opened with a temporary postmaster i...

Published on: 10th April 2019

Weymouth Relief Road (A354) Closed For 5 Nights

The Weymouth Relief Road (A354) will be closed for 5 nights from this Sunday (7th April 2019). We're sure you've probably seen the signs up already if you travel these roads but see below for some inf...

Published on: 3rd April 2019

Daylight Saving Time Starts

Don't forget that Daylight Saving Time starts this weekend. Meaning the clocks go forward an hour. Although we will lose an hour of sleep it does mean that the evenings will be lighter for longer and ...

Published on: 29th March 2019

Events in March

There’s always plenty of stuff going on in Weymouth and Portland this March. Check our events page out to see what’s happening in March....

Published on: 19th March 2019

History of Weymouth and Portland

Are you interested in finding out about the history of Weymouth or Portland? This history is really interesting and we've got you covered!...

Published on: 5th March 2019

NEW Map Facility on the Weymouth and Portland Website

We were busy last week building a new map facility on our website. We wanted users to be able to quickly find places of interest on our website, so we thought we’d integrate a map....

Published on: 18th February 2019

Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day from the team at Weymouth and Portland. We hope everyone has a fantastic day. If you're looking to dine out (or in) tonight then we've got you covered. See our Food and Drink page...

Published on: 14th February 2019

Apply for a School Place in Weymouth and Portland

Need to apply for a School in Weymouth or Portland? Dorset For You have a facility on their website that allow you to do this and also give you all the information you need....

Published on: 11th February 2019

Weymouth and Portland Planning Application Search

Living in Weymouth or Portland and wanting to search for planning applications near you? Dorset For You have a search facility on their site that allows you to quickly find any planning applications y...

Published on: 6th February 2019

Alacrify Are Hiring!

This post will deliver administrative support to the business and help to increase the quality of communication between the business and our clients. It will also provide extra resource to help with c...

Published on: 28th January 2019

Events in February

There’s always plenty of stuff going on in Weymouth and Portland. Check our events page out to see what’s happening in February....

Published on: 21st January 2019

List Your Business on Weymouth and Portland Info

Do you have a business in Weymouth or Portland? We are now offering FREE business listings to all businesses in Weymouth and Portland...

Published on: 15th January 2019

Report a Road Problem in Dorset

Been travelling around Weymouth or Portland and noticed a problem with the roads or need to report something regarding the road or highway? Dorset For You offer a reporting system for the public to us...

Published on: 11th January 2019

Travel Alerts for Dorset

Planning a trip and want to check the latest travel alerts? Dorset for you offer a live travel alert page so you can check for any road closures, accidents etc for Weymouth, Portland and the surroundi...

Published on: 8th January 2019

Weymouth and Portland Bin Collection Days

Not sure what day the bins are collected in your area? Weymouth and Portland Council offer a 'Check Your Bin Day' service. If like us the holidays have thrown you off, please check the Weymouth and Po...

Published on: 3rd January 2019

Happy New Year

Happy New Year from the team at Weymouth and Portland Info. We hope 2018 was a good one for you and that 2019 will be even better!...

Published on: 1st January 2019

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas from the Weymouth and Portland Info team! We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and we hope everyone enjoys their day. Speak to you all in the New Year!...

Published on: 25th December 2018

We’ve Teamed Up With West Dorset Living

As the title suggests Weymouth and Portland Info have teamed up with West Dorset Living. You can now find their magazine on our website!...

Published on: 19th December 2018

Christmas in Weymouth and Portland

Christmas is always a special time, no matter where you are in the world. Here at Weymouth and Portland Info we wanted to create a go to guide for anyone who’s looking for something to do this Chris...

Published on: 21st November 2018

English Youth Ballet Auditions at Weymouth Pavilion

English Youth Ballet is offering an exciting opportunity for 100 boys and girls ages 8-18yrs to peform in our colourful and charming full-length ballet Coppelia at Weymouth Pavilion for 3 performances...

Published on: 14th November 2018

Staying Safe This Halloween

Happy Halloween everyone! It's that time of the year again where we're celebrating Halloween. Everyone celebrates Halloween differently. Kids will no doubt want to be out dressed up, going around the ...

Published on: 31st October 2018

NEW Event: Weymouth Art Group Exhibition

Weymouth Art Group are holding a one day exhibition at Southill Community Centre on Tuesday 13th November showing work by some of our many local artists. There will be original artwork prints and card...

Published on: 30th October 2018

Weymouth Bonfire Night 2018

Weymouth Bonfire Night and Firework display takes place on the 5th November 2018. An annual event that takes place on Weymouth beach. This event attracts 100s if not 1000s of visitors with their frien...

Published on: 25th October 2018

NEW Event: Stephen Fearing at the Old Town Hall

We've just added a new event to the Weymouth and Portland website. Stephen Fearing will be appearing at the Old Weymouth Town Hall on Saturday 3rd November 2018....

Published on: 22nd October 2018

Our NEW Website is now LIVE!

We are pleased to announced that we have just re-launched our website for Weymouth and Portland Info. It was time for a change with the old website looking very dated and with our listings and pages b...

Published on: 18th October 2018

NEW Event: Weymouth Beach Big Walkies

We've just added a new event to our website that we think all dog lovers will love! Join in with Weymouth Beach Big Walkies in celebration of dogs this November!...

Published on: 17th October 2018

When do the Clocks Change?

As you've probably noticed the temperature has started to drop and also that it’s started to get darker earlier. This is because Daylight Saving Time ends on the 28th October 2018. Meaning the clock...

Published on: 4th October 2018

Follow us on Twitter!

We've been on Twitter since 2011, admittedly we haven’t used it to our full advantage. We’re now back on the saddle and will be actively using Twitter, posting updates across Weymouth and Portland...

Published on: 28th September 2018

A NEW A Dance A Day Class For Portland

A new A Dance A Day evening class for the over 50s. Do you like moving to music? Do you have some dance experience or none at all? Do you want a class that will offer a chance to take part in a fun, n...

Published on: 17th September 2013

Improved Camping and Caravan listings

We have just added google maps to each of our Camping and Caravan Site listings - making it easier for you to choose your favourite one to stay in this coming holiday season!...

Published on: 19th February 2013

Useful, Helpful Weymouth and Portland Information

WeymouthandPortland.info is a great source of information for residents and visitors to this great area of Dorset. We have easy to find information on things like doctors surgery numbers, bus and trai...

Published on: 30th November 2012

100 days to go till London 2012 Olympics!

Weymouth Beach has celebrated this landmark in the run up to the games by building a giant sandcastle. Weymouth and Portland will be playing host to the Olympic sailing events from 29th July - 11th Au...

Published on: 18th April 2012

Weymouth Eye information

Find out information about Weymouth's new seafront attraction, due to be open to the public in time for the Olympics late this Summer....

Published on: 27th March 2012

2012 Events for Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park

We have just added the 2012 event list for Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park. New for this year is the exciting interactive Claws Rockpool Adventure!...

Published on: 6th March 2012

Local Dorset business offering a cure for household pests

Local business MothPrevention.com (based in Maiden Newton, near Dorchester) offers the UK's widest range of moth control products. Moth eggs used to hatch in the spring when temperatures started to ri...

Published on: 17th February 2012

Job listings in Weymouth

We have just put live a new page featuring a variety of job vacancies currently available for applicants in the Weymouth and Portland area....

Published on: 23rd January 2012

Rubbish & Recyling Christmas 2011 in Weymouth and Portland

Be sure to remember your revised kerbside rubbish and recycling date during the festive period this year...

Published on: 1st December 2011

Hotels with parking in Weymouth

For all those looking to arrange a holiday break in Weymouth, we've compiled a list of Hotels and Guest Houses that feature free on-site parking for their guests - ensuring your time away is as stress...

Published on: 18th November 2011

On this weekend: Fantastic Furniture Event

Be sure to pay a visit to Weldmar Hospicecare Trust's unit on the Granby Industrial Estate, being held from 9am to 5pm Saturday (29th October). A range of furniture, small items and electricals are al...

Published on: 28th October 2011

Octoberfest comes to Weymouth

Fans of Real Ale and Cider are recommend to pay a visit to Weymouth Pavillion this weekend (7th-8th), where the West Dorset Branch of CAMRA are hosting Octoberfest 2011....

Published on: 4th October 2011

Local photographer featured on BBC website

Weymouth photographer Paul Russell specialises in a form of street photography, capturing unique, often humourous moments that many people might fail to notice in their day to day life in urban enviro...

Published on: 23rd September 2011

This weekend in Weymouth and Portland - 17th and 18th Spetember

A round up of things to see and do this weekend in Weymouth and Portland....

Published on: 16th September 2011

This weekend in Weymouth and Portland - 10th and 11th Spetember

A round up of things to do and places to go in Weymouth and Portland this weekend...

Published on: 8th September 2011

This weekend in Weymouth and Portland - 3rd and 4th September

Looking for somewhere to go, see or do in the borough this weekend? We've found a couple of activities incase you are stuck for ideas...

Published on: 2nd September 2011

Steam Trains to Weymouth

Weymouth is the destination of choice for two Steam Train services operated by The Railway Touring Company throughout the 2011 Summer Holidays....

Published on: 4th August 2011

One year to go...

27th July sees the one year countdown to the beginning of the London 2012 Olympics. Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy are set to hold the Sailing events in Weymouth Bay, during the 2012 g...

Published on: 27th July 2011

Weymouth Lifeboat Week starts today

Fans and supporters of the Weymouth Lifeboat will be able to join in with a number of celebrations and fund raising activities this week in support of the lifesaving team....

Published on: 25th July 2011

Torch Tour coming to Weymouth

The Lloyds TSB London 2012 Olympic Torch Tour is coming to Weymouth on Friday 29 July 2011. This interactive roadshow will be based on the Beach Front from 10.00am - 4.00pm, providing visitors a chanc...

Published on: 22nd July 2011

Save Our Lifesavers Campaign - UPDATED

After the recent announcement that Portland Coastguard Station would be shut, campaigners have begun a petition to encourage support, to base the proposed new 24-hour Maritime Operations Centre (MOC) ...

Published on: 18th July 2011

A year today

This day next year (12.07.12) will see the London 2012 Olympic Torch make it's visit to Weymouth and Portland, on an estimated 8000 mile relay journey around the UK before arriving at the Olympic Stad...

Published on: 12th July 2011

New website goes live

We are pleased to have just launched weymouthandportland.info - the new website for the Weymouth and Portland area, developed in house by the team at Alacrify Ltd, based in Dorchester....

Published on: 29th June 2011