This is a website for and about the Char Valley and its residents. On this page you'll find updates about the Coronavirus, what to do if you need help and links to local information and resources. Use the menu above to find other local information, including a section on and about the Char Valley Parish Council.

Coronavirus -
​Local information​

The latest news and briefing from Dorset Council is available here.

18th September:
There were 17 new cases of Covid-19 in the Dorset Council area between 9th-15th September.
There were 37 new cases of Covid-19 in the Dorset Council area in the previous 6 days (3rd-9th Sept).
There were 12 new cases of Covid-19 in the Dorset Council area in the previous 6 days (29th Aug-3rd Sept).


There has been an increase in the number of care homes with positive cases identified through routine whole care home testing. 

Coronavirus -
Local information​

Coronavirus -
​Dorset Council information​

(Anyone vulnerable who has nobody to help get them food, medicine, etc. should call the Dorset Council helpline on 01305 221022, (lines open 8am - 8pm, 7 days a week).

​Local information, help and support ​

Update from Char Valley Parish Council for anyone needing help in relation to Coronavirus or because of other health or practical needs.

Other Local Information​

First Group Bus Information and Timetables X51 and X53
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​Bridport Co-Housing
  • Rector of the Golden Cap Church Team, Chris Martin: 07546 214651
  • Charmouth Pharmacy: 01297 560261
  • Charmouth Surgery: 01297 560872

​Local Shops
  • Charmouth Stores: 01297 560304
  • Chideock Post Office and Shop: 01297 489584
  • Felicity’s Farm Shop: 01297 480930 
  • Mole Avon: 01297 32441
  • Moore’s Bakery: 01297 489821 
  • Morgan’s, Charmouth: 01297 560202
  • Spar, Newlands Holiday Park: 01297 560259
  • Bartlett’s Country Stores: 01308 422204
Citizens Advice  offer a full range of advice including help with:
  • Benefits entitlement and claims
  • Debt management and budgeting
  • Employment advice including Statutory Sick Pay and rights when laid off 
  • Advice for the self employed
Contact the Dorset Adviceline on 0344 411 1444 or email your local branch: Bridport: advice@bridport-cab.org.uk

  • Samaritans: 116123
  • Bridport Coronavirus Support Group: 01308 808900
  • See the help that the Bridport Group can offer, even outside Bridport, here.
  • Marshwood Vale Young Farmers Club: 07901 336382