BEAMINSTER THROUGH YOUR EYES - PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
We invite residents of all ages to capture what makes Beaminster special. Share your views, places and moments - landscapes, heritage, community life and more!
OPEN TO ALL AGES
With a special category for under 18s, we especially encourage young people to take part!
ALL PHOTOS WELCOME
Professional or phone photos accepted.
GREAT PRIZES
For winners in each category, including vouchers and certificates.
Winning photos will be displayed in the town council offices & featured on our website and social media.
SHOW US BEAMINSTER THROUGH YOUR LENS!
ENTRY DEADLINE Wednesday 13th May 2026
SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS to [email protected]. Please include your name, age (if under 18) and a short description of your photo.
Let's celebrate the place we all call home.
Full terms & conditions available at www.beaminster-tc.gov.uk or scan the QR code.
We can't wait to see Beaminster through your eyes!

Jurassic Coast Social Prescribers is bringing a big day of wellness and social interaction to Beaminster on Friday, 8th May from 10am to 2pm.
This event will bring together local statutory services alongside voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations to celebrate and showcase the incredible people and groups supporting communities across Beaminster and the wider West Dorset area.
The day will provide welcoming and informal spaces across three venues where local people can explore the wide range of support available to them. It will also feature demonstrations, interactive workshops and dance and exercise tasters. We strongly believe that community connection plays a vital role in building resilience and improving health and wellbeing, not to mention helping to alleviate loneliness. Visit
Beaminster Town Hall for Physical Wellbeing
Prout Bridge Project for Mental Wellbeing, and
Yarn Barton, Information Centre for Carers' Support
No need to book - everyone is welcome! Find out more at https://www.facebook.com/events/987460070459567/ or call 01308 428943.

Monday, 27th April 2026 - TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF PUBLIC TOILET
Please note, due to essential repair work to the rear door of Beaminster Public Hall, the adjacent public toilet will be closed to provide a safe working area.
The facilities will be reopened as soon as possible.
Please note: the other public toilet is still accessible during regular opening hours.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Beaminster Town Council

Our wonderful Town Clerk, Christine Bright, has retired this week after 18 years of dedicated service. We wish her a long and fruitful retirement.
Chair of Beaminster Town Council, Richard Gunning, has paid tribute to Christine’s long service and significant contribution to the town.
“Christine has been at the heart of the council’s work, providing steady leadership, sound advice, and an unwavering commitment to public service. Her professionalism and care have helped guide countless local projects, supported councillors and residents alike, and strengthened the civic life of our town.
Colleagues past and present speak of Christine’s diligence, warmth, and deep knowledge of local government, all of which have left a lasting positive impact on Beaminster. Her contribution has helped ensure that the council continues to serve residents effectively and with integrity.
On behalf of all councillors, past and present, and the staff, I’d like to thank her again for her many years of outstanding service and hard work and wish her a long, happy, and well-deserved retirement.”