P URBECK CANDLE CO REED DIFFUSER AND CANDLE Purbeck Candles , crafted by the Dorset Artisan Candle Co., embody the essence of natural luxury inspired by the tranquil landscapes of Dorset’s Purbeck coast. Their Relax reed diffuser and candle are thoughtfully designed to bring a sense of calm and serenity into any space. Hand-poured using high-quality, eco-friendly soy wax and infused with pure essential oils, the Relax scent combines soothing notes of lavender, geranium, and

In just over a week I was surprised to notice how quickly the leaves are turning as autumn creeps in. After a week basking in warm sunshine—bare feet, salty hair, and that deliciously lazy rhythm that only holidays bring—coming home to Dorset felt like stepping into a completely different kind of beauty. The moment I opened the front door, that familiar mix of cool air and countryside calm wrapped around me like an old jumper. It’s early autumn now, and Dorset has started its

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September is here and the weather has changes quiet dramatically and I can feel autumn in the breeze.This morning I stepped outside and the first thing I noticed was the smell of wood smoke. Somewhere in the village, someone had clearly given in and lit their fire, and the scent carried down the roads in that way it only does in autumn. The air had that fresh, damp edge to it too — the kind that makes you pull your coat a little tighter and breathe a bit deeper, just for the

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