2015 is a very special year for West Dorset Mencap as we celebrate our 50th anniversary! Members, volunteers and supporters of the charity were invited to a celebration held at the Conservative Club in Bridport on Tuesday 19th May.  Our Chairman, Linda Simpson said ‘It was tremendous to see such a fantastic turn out and…

Bridport Gateway Club was delighted to be just one of the groups chosen to receive a grant of £750 from the Bridport Area Car Boot Fund.  The income West Dorset District Council receives from the West Bay car boot sale is used to provide funding for community projects in the Bridport area.  This year the…

The Bridport Charter Fair is a celebration of Bridport’s Borough status being granted in 1253, during the reign of King Henry III.  A fun day of charity stalls, bands, dancers, skateboard ramps, food, face painting and various other attractions. Past highlights have included jousting tournaments and historical re-enactments. Bridport Charter Fair is held annually on…

The West Dorset Mencap committee would like to thank the local community for their recent support.  In particular they would like to thank Waitrose, Bridport store and their shoppers for donating over £600 as part of the stores Community Matters scheme.  West Dorset Mencap, Vice Chairman, Linda Simpson said ‘We are extremely grateful for the…