No sign of Springtime in the Ferne Aviary

Without a doubt our old aviaryFerne Animal Sanctuary Luke in despair! has seen better days! However, we are just about to give it a new lease of life with a re-build which will provide our feathered friends with lots more space and a better environment.  In order to create the most natural environment we can, we are desperately seeking donations of plants or trees. Have you got any surplus plants lurking in your garden? Full story: Read more

Gareth Malone OBE visits Moors Valley Country Park

Gareth Malone at Moors ValleyGareth Malone OBE, choirmaster and broadcaster recently took some time off to visit at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest with his family.
Gareth, an ex-pupil of Bournemouth Grammar School, took to the trees on Go Ape, the Park’s award-winning tree-top adventure experience as well as hiring bikes to get away from the crowds and explore some of the 800-acre Forest site. Full story: Read more

Black Swan Arts celebrates 30 Years with many exciting events

Nigel Evans  Black Swan painted on scrap steel sheet for Secret SwansBlack Swan Arts, a dynamic arts centre at the heart of the renowned creative market town of Frome, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a year of fantastic shows, exhibitions and one-off fundraising events. In 2016, the centre wants everyone to remember the history of the wonderful Grade II listed building, enjoy the vibrant programme of contemporary and innovative art and crafts that have taken place, and get involved in the next 30 years of this exciting arts venue. Full story: Read more