Dorset Life

About Dorset Life

Dorset Life is a multi award-winning digital media platform and one of the most widely read publications in the county, reaching over 350,000 people each month across its combined channels. Spanning a fully digital magazine, a high-ranking website, strong social media presence and a growing podcast, Dorset Life offers multiple touchpoints with a loyal and highly engaged audience. Independent and built in Dorset, the publication is known for high-quality journalism and a trusted, balanced voice. Coverage ranges from in-depth reporting on rural issues – including farming, environment, infrastructure and public services – to positive storytelling around local businesses, community life, arts, wildlife and events. With no print legacy, Dorset Life is a purely digital platform, designed for modern audiences and with a minimal environmental footprint. Dorset Life has received significant national recognition for both editorial quality and audience growth, including: • Shortlisted, Regional Publication of the Year 2026 – Newspaper & Magazine Award • Regional Publication of the Year 2024 – Newspaper & Magazine Award • Regional News Site of the Year 2024 – Press Gazette Future of Media Awards • Shortlisted, News Brand of the Year (Small) 2025 – The Press Awards • Highly Commended, Regional Publication of the Year 2023 – Newspaper & Magazine Awards • Shortlisted, Audience Growth – Future of Media Awards 2023