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Giveaway time! Dorset’s biggest weekend is back at Dorchester Showground this Saturday and Sunday, and we’ve got a pair ...
03/09/2026

Giveaway time!

Dorset’s biggest weekend is back at Dorchester Showground this Saturday and Sunday, and we’ve got a pair of adult day tickets to give away.

To enter, comment below with the event or display you’re most looking forward to across the weekend. Monster trucks? The stunt horse team? The livestock lines? The Wurzels on Saturday?

Entries close 1pm tomorrow (Friday). We’ll draw the winner at 2pm in a live video from the showground. Tickets are valid for either day, Saturday or Sunday, your choice.

Whether you win or not, come and say hello. You’ll find us at Stand i6, Avenue i, facing the main ring Dorset County Show , with complimentary cocktails and mocktails on us.

Good luck!

26/08/2026

Tomorrow's forecast won't deter us from a cracking day out, celebrating British farming at The Melplash Agricultural Society show! We've added the finishing touches to our home for the day, stocked up our fridge and bar, and got our wellies ready by the door. Meet our friendly team, stop for a drink, and be in with a chance of winning an incredible prize in our charity raffle. Who will we see at Stand C64?

We're at the Melplash Show tomorrow!If you're visiting, come stop by our Stand C64 and say hello to the team.We'll be on...
26/08/2026

We're at the Melplash Show tomorrow!

If you're visiting, come stop by our Stand C64 and say hello to the team.

We'll be on hand to answer your legal questions, or simply welcome you in if you'd like to take a break from exploring the show. You can enjoy our complimentary refreshments while the little ones have fun with our garden games, including our popular 'Feed the Sheep' challenge.

And if you can't make it to Melplash, there's still one more chance to catch us this show season, The Dorset County Show 5 - 6 September. You'll find us there at Stand I6, Avenue I, where you can join us at our Blanchards Bar for complimentary cocktails and mocktails featuring local Dorset artisan spirits. We'll also have opportunities for you to take part in our Fordington Gin cocktail masterclass with founder Ros Nelmes.

You can also download our free Inheritance Tax guide before you visit, and we'll be happy to talk you through it and answer any questions you have when you stop by the stand.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Download your free Inheritance Tax Guide here:

https://info.blanchardsbailey.co.uk/2026summershows_landingpg?utm_source=landingpg&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=summershows2026

The Melplash Agricultural Society

Recently married this summer, or planning your wedding? You may need to update your Will.Many people don't realise that,...
25/08/2026

Recently married this summer, or planning your wedding? You may need to update your Will.

Many people don't realise that, in England and Wales, getting married or entering into a civil partnership will usually revoke your existing Will, unless it was specifically drafted in contemplation of that marriage.

That means your existing wishes may no longer be legally valid.

In our latest blog, Emma Needham, Partner and Head of Wills and Estate Planning, explains:
• Why marriage can invalidate your Will
• What happens if you don't make a new one
• The impact on inheritance, property and your family
• Five key considerations to help protect your wishes

Read the full blog to find out more.
https://blanchardsbailey.co.uk/insights/does-marriage-affect-your-will?utm_source=website&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=marriage%26will

We are hiring!We are looking for a Legal Administrator to provide efficient clerical and administrative support to lawye...
25/08/2026

We are hiring!

We are looking for a Legal Administrator to provide efficient clerical and administrative support to lawyers in our Commercial Property department at our Blandford Office.

If you'd like to know more about the role, get in touch with our HR team or to apply, visit our website. Follow our page to stay informed of new opportunities to join our teams across Dorset.

https://blanchardsbailey.co.uk/careers/legal-administrator-commercial-property

We’re delighted to be finalists in not one, but two categories at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2026.Blanchards B...
24/08/2026

We’re delighted to be finalists in not one, but two categories at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2026.

Blanchards Bailey has been shortlisted for:

🏆 Contentious Wills and Probate Team of the Year – Boutique

🏆 Best Place to Work

These two nominations mean a great deal to us. Together, they recognise both the expertise and commitment our teams bring to supporting clients, and the importance we place on creating a workplace where our people can thrive. We’re very proud of everyone who has contributed to this achievement, and pleased to see their hard work recognised alongside some of the best in the profession.

Congratulations to all this year’s finalists. We look forward to celebrating with you at the awards.



Today's Wills & Probate

20/08/2026

The Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show is almost over for another year. We've had an amazing two days of sun, rain, displays, competitions, vintage engines and even a tractor tri-athlon! Thanks to the Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show organisers for allowing us to join in the fun for the 2026 event. If you missed the BBAR, don't fret - we'll be back at it again next Thursday 27th August at - will we see you there?

What can a pre-nuptial agreement actually protect?Many couples today are starting marriage with more than just shared pl...
19/08/2026

What can a pre-nuptial agreement actually protect?

Many couples today are starting marriage with more than just shared plans for the future. They may already own property, have built a business, received financial help from family, expect an inheritance, or be entering a second or third marriage. That's why pre-nuptial agreements are becoming an increasingly important part of modern financial planning.

A pre-nuptial agreement can help provide clarity and protect:
• Property owned before the relationship
• Family gifts or house deposits
• Savings, investments and pensions
• Business interests or shares
• Inheritance and family wealth
• Existing debts and financial liabilities

A pre-nuptial agreement isn't about expecting a marriage to fail. It's about having open conversations, protecting what matters to you, and creating financial certainty from the outset.

Our latest blog by head of family law, Laura Martin, explores what a pre-nuptial agreement can protect, who should consider one, and why they're becoming an important part of modern financial planning.

Read the full blog to find out more.
https://blanchardsbailey.co.uk/insights/prenuptial-agreements-wealth-management?utm_source=website&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=prenup_2026

Three shows. Three opportunities to catch up with the Blanchards Bailey team.Starting this week, we're looking forward t...
18/08/2026

Three shows. Three opportunities to catch up with the Blanchards Bailey team.

Starting this week, we're looking forward to spending time with Dorset's farming and rural communities at three of the county's biggest agricultural shows. Whether you're after a refreshing drink, a friendly chat or legal advice, we'd love to welcome you to the Blanchards Bailey stand.

The Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show 19–20 August | Stand G8
Join us this week for equine displays, pony racing, and impressive vintage and modern machinery. Stop by our stand for complimentary hot and cold refreshments, and have a go at some of our fun garden games.

The Melplash Show�27 August | Stand C64
Next week, we'll be exhibiting at the Melplash Show for the very first time. Alongside livestock competitions, hundreds of trade stands and agricultural demonstrations, you'll find the Blanchards Bailey Bar serving complimentary hot and cold drinks for all ages. You can challenge your family to our 'Feed the Sheep' game while you're there.

The Dorset County Show 5–6 September | Stand I6, Avenue I
For our final show of the season, we'll be bringing back our ever-popular cocktail and mocktail BBAR serving complimentary drinks inspired by some of Dorset's finest artisan producers. Enjoy drinks featuring Shroton Fair Gin , Black Ven Distillery Dark Rum and Fordington Gin , and join one of the gin masterclasses hosted by creator Ros Nelmes throughout the weekend.

Our legal experts will be on hand at every show, too. Whether you have questions about your business, your family, your farm or your future, we'd be delighted to have a chat.

Will you be visiting any of this year's shows? Let us know which one you'll be attending in the comments.



The Melplash Agricultural Society

Gazumping and gazundering sound like something straight out of a Roald Dahl book... but if you're buying or selling a ho...
14/08/2026

Gazumping and gazundering sound like something straight out of a Roald Dahl book... but if you're buying or selling a home, they're all too real.

Until contracts are exchanged in England and Wales, neither the buyer nor the seller is legally committed. That means a seller can accept a higher offer at the last minute (gazumping), or a buyer can reduce their offer just before exchange (gazundering).

Both can leave the other party out of pocket, delay a move, and cause a great deal of unnecessary stress.

The Government is now proposing reforms that could make these situations far less common by introducing binding conditional contracts earlier in the conveyancing process, giving buyers and sellers greater certainty once an offer has been agreed.

In our latest blog, Matt Collis, Partner in our Residential Property team, explains:
• How the proposed reforms could change the home-buying process
• What the changes could mean for buyers and sellers

If you're buying or selling a property and would like expert advice, Matt Collis and our Residential Property team are here to help.

Read the full blog to find out more, in our comments.

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