The BV magazine

The BV – Dorset’s Award-Winning Rural Magazine

The BV is the free, award-winning Dorset magazine celebrating the people, places, stories and issues of rural life in Dorset and the Blackmore Vale. Whether you live here, grew up here, or simply love this part of the world, The BV brings you closer to its heart every month – with beautifully written features, engaging interviews, thoughtful opinion pieces, and stunning photography from local contributors.

Proudly 100% digital, The BV is designed to be read anywhere – on your phone, tablet or computer – with no paywalls, subscriptions or printing costs. We reach more than 350,000 readers every month, with every issue available instantly, for free, from the day it’s published.

Inside every issue of our Dorset magazine:
• In-depth Dorset news and investigations that matter to our rural communities.
• Inspiring profiles of remarkable local people – from farmers and artists to sports champions and community leaders.
• Strong coverage of rural life: farming, wildlife, countryside heritage and equestrian sport.
• Food, drink and local producers – celebrating Dorset’s flavours and independent businesses.
• Culture, arts and events across the county.
• The ever-popular Readers’ Photography pages – breathtaking images taken by people who know the Blackmore Vale and Dorset best.
• Lively columns and letters capturing the views and debates in our towns and villages.

Why The BV is Dorset’s most-read rural magazine:
• Free every month – no subscriptions, no barriers.
• Truly local – written, edited and produced by people who live and work here.
• Beautiful to read – award-winning design and photography that makes the most of our digital format.
• Independent journalism – trusted, balanced and proud to ask the questions that matter.

Perfect for:
• Dorset residents and anyone with roots in the county.
• Former locals and expats who want to keep a connection to the Blackmore Vale and wider Dorset.
• Anyone with an interest in rural magazines, farming, equestrian sports, wildlife and countryside issues.
• Visitors and holidaymakers looking for Dorset events, cultural highlights and hidden gems.

The BV is never printed – always read. Our digital-only format means we can combine the best of magazine storytelling with the convenience of instant, eco-friendly access wherever you are. Each issue is easy to navigate, with interactive features, clickable links and crystal-clear imagery designed for mobile and tablet reading.

Awards & Recognition:
Our journalism, design and community engagement have won multiple national awards, recognising The BV as one of the UK’s leading regional rural magazines.

Download the app today to start reading the latest issue instantly, explore our archive of past editions, and see why The BV has become Dorset’s favourite digital magazine.

From the rolling hills of the Blackmore Vale to the Jurassic Coast, from bustling market towns to hidden rural hamlets, The BV is your monthly guide to Dorset life – written with warmth, wit and genuine care for the county we call home.