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Blister Pack Recycling Point in Sturminster Newton! ♻️We’re pleased to share that a new collection box for empty blister...
15/06/2026

Blister Pack Recycling Point in Sturminster Newton! ♻️

We’re pleased to share that a new collection box for empty blister packs is now available here at the Town Council offices.

This initiative has been kindly funded by a resident who wishes to remain anonymous – at no extra cost to the community.

The blister packs will be recycled through TerraCycle, who process hard-to-recycle materials into raw materials. These are then used by manufacturers to create new items such as outdoor furniture, play park flooring, storage containers and construction products.

Thank you for helping us reduce waste and support a more sustainable community.

Only empty blister packs can be placed in the box.
Any medication must be disposed of safely via a pharmacy.

Road Closure Notice – C34, Kings Stag & Hazelbury BryanDorset Council has announced a temporary road closure on the C34 ...
11/06/2026

Road Closure Notice – C34, Kings Stag & Hazelbury Bryan

Dorset Council has announced a temporary road closure on the C34 between Kings Stag (B3143 junction) and Partway Lane, Hazelbury Bryan.

Starts: 25 June 2026
Expected completion: 9 July 2026
(The order allows up to 18 months, but works are planned to finish sooner.)

Reason for closure:
Carriageway maintenance and resurfacing works.

Please note the closures will be in operation, as and when indicated by signs on site.
Advanced warning signs will be placed on the road two weeks advance of the closure to indicate the exact dates the closure will affect the roads.

There will also be no waiting or parking along the affected stretch during works.

For further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, call Dorset Highways Operations
on 01305 228100.
To discuss this Order, contact Dorset Council on 01305 221020 or use thier website:
www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/roadworks/enquiries.

Road Closure Update – Common Lane We’ve been notified of an emergency road closure currently in place on Common Lane, St...
10/06/2026

Road Closure Update – Common Lane

We’ve been notified of an emergency road closure currently in place on Common Lane, Sturminster Newton, between the A357 and The Old Forge (approx. 30 metres).

Scottish and Southern Power Distribution are carrying out urgent works to locate an electrical fault.

The closure is in effect immediately and is expected to remain until 12 June 2026 (with a maximum duration of up to 21 days if required).

A signed diversion route is in place.

Thank you for your patience while these essential works are carried out.

08/06/2026

Urgent Road Closure – Common Lane

We have been advised this morning by Dorset Council of an urgent road closure on Common Lane, Sturminster Newton due to fault locating works on a low voltage service/main.

The works are expected to be completed by Friday 12 June.

We received notification of this emergency closure this morning and are sharing the information as soon as possible.

♻️ We’re now collecting empty blister packs at the Town Council Offices!Pop in between 9:30am – 12:30pm and drop them in...
03/06/2026

♻️ We’re now collecting empty blister packs at the Town Council Offices!

Pop in between 9:30am – 12:30pm and drop them into the collection point.

Thank you for helping us support recycling in Sturminster Newton

Happy Birthday Adam! 🥳A big thank you to our Grounds Manager, Adam, for everything he does to keep Stur looking its best...
03/06/2026

Happy Birthday Adam! 🥳

A big thank you to our Grounds Manager, Adam, for everything he does to keep Stur looking its best and running smoothly.

Always hands-on, friendly, and clearly passionate about the town, Adam is a familiar face to many and a real asset to the community.

Wishing you a great day, Adam!

Temporary Road Closure – C109, Stalbridge Please be aware that Dorset Council has announced a temporary road closure on ...
02/06/2026

Temporary Road Closure – C109, Stalbridge

Please be aware that Dorset Council has announced a temporary road closure on the C109, Stalbridge.

From: Junction with Kings Mill Lane to junction with Pentridge Lane
Dates: From Thursday 1 July 2026
Times: 09:30 – 16:00 daily
Duration: Up to 5 days (works expected to finish by 3 July 2026)

The closure is required to allow for carriageway maintenance and resurfacing works, and to ensure the safety of both workers and road users.

A signed diversion route will be in place during the works.

For more information:
Dorset Highways Operations: 01305 228100
Dorset Council Traffic Team: 01305 221020

02/06/2026

Wessex Water have notified us of an urgent closure on Chapel Road, Sturminster Newton due to renew leaking stop tap.

The works are expected to be completed by 08-06-2026.

For more information or any access concerns please contact - 0345 600 4 600.

The latest edition of “What’s Happening in Stur” is out now!You can pick up a copy from:The Town Council OfficesThe Exch...
01/06/2026

The latest edition of “What’s Happening in Stur” is out now!

You can pick up a copy from:

The Town Council Offices
The Exchange
The Emporium
…and other locations around town.

If you’re a local business or community group and have customers or members who would benefit from reading a copy, please let us know – we’re happy to drop off a few copies to you.

As always, a big thank you to everyone who helps put this together and shares all the amazing things happening in our town – it’s a real community effort ❤️

You can find the online version here https://snclc.org.uk/whatshappeninginstur.html

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE – DARK LANE, FIFEHEAD NEVILLEDorset Council has issued a temporary closure notice for part of Dar...
01/06/2026

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE – DARK LANE, FIFEHEAD NEVILLE
Dorset Council has issued a temporary closure notice for part of Dark Lane, Fifehead Neville.

Date: Wednesday 14 July 2026
Time: 09:30 – 15:30
Location: Dark Lane, from the junction with Crate Hill to approx. 100 metres west (both directions)

The closure is needed so Scottish and Southern Power Distribution can carry out essential tree cutting safely.
Although the notice allows up to 5 days, the works are expected to be completed on 14 July only.

Diversion: A signed route will be in place via C99, C20 and C98.
For more information about the works or access:

Traffic Safety and Management Ltd – 01277 315495
About the closure notice: Dorset Highways – 01305 221020

Address

Council Offices, Old Market Hill
Sturminster Newton
DT101FH

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 12:30pm

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