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Join us as we take a few moments every day to relax and enjoy the beauty of Dorset through the stunning images you send us. Please note that while we welcome all your pictures, we are more likely ...

Join us as we take a few moments every day to relax and enjoy the beauty of Dorset through the stunning ... view some top tips from three of England's Big Picture photographers.