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28/07/2026

24/07/2026

What a difference a fresh new look makes! 🤩

Our van has had a complete makeover with brand-new graphics, and we couldn’t be happier with the result. A huge thank you to the wonderful team at Signs and Display Ltd for their fantastic work – professional, creative, and the finish is absolutely spot on.

If you’re looking to give your business a fresh, eye-catching look, we highly recommend them!

08/07/2026

👨‍🍳 CHEF WANTED – Join our fabulous team🌿

📍 The Barn Café at Moors Valley is looking for an enthusiastic and talented Chef to join our friendly kitchen team.

If you're passionate about producing great food, thrive in a busy kitchen, and are looking for a role with an excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you!

✨ What we offer:
✅ Immediate start for the right candidate
💷 Competitive salary (depending on experience)
🌞 Daytime shifts only – NO evenings, NO nights, NO split shifts!
🤝 A supportive, friendly team
🌳 The opportunity to work in one of Dorset's most beautiful visitor destinations!

👨‍🍳 We're looking for someone who:
• Has previous chef experience in a fast-paced kitchen
• Takes pride in producing high-quality, freshly prepared food
• Works well under pressure and as part of a team
• Has a positive attitude, great organisational skills, and a passion for hospitality
• Holds a Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred but not essential)

💚 This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a rewarding chef role while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

📩 Ready to join us?
Send us your CV to [email protected] and a short introduction, or get in touch for an informal chat. We can't wait to hear from you!

⭐ Immediate start available for the right candidate – don't miss out!

07/07/2026

25/06/2026

☀️SERVICE UPDATE☀️

After a few adjustments during the hot weather, we’re pleased to let you know we’ll be back open as normal tomorrow (Friday 26th June) 🙌

We’ll be serving our full menu, with breakfast available from 9am – 11:30am 🥐☕ and our lunch menu from midday until 5pm 🍽️

You can also enjoy all your favourite drinks including:
🥤 Iced lattes
🍓 Fresh fruit smoothies
🥤 Soft drinks
☕ A full range of handmade hot drinks (if you’re not hot enough from this weather already! 😅)

Thank you for your understanding and support while we made changes to keep the team safe during the warmer temperatures 💚

We can’t wait to welcome you back tomorrow! 😎

Team Barn Cafe ❤️

24/06/2026

Hot weather update ☀️

As the temperature continues to rise, we’re keeping things a little cooler behind the scenes ❄️

Tomorrow (Thursday 25 June), the Barn Café kitchen will be offering a reduced menu to help the team stay safe in the extreme temperatures. You’ll still be able to enjoy:

🥪 Sandwiches
🥗 Light snacks and salads
☕ Hot and cold drinks and ice cream to keep you refreshed

It’s the perfect opportunity to grab something cool and relax in the shade 🌳

Moors Valley Railway will also be taking a short break on 24 and 25 June due to the hot weather – they look forward to welcoming visitors back on 26 June if temperatures drop 🚂

If you're visiting over the next couple of days please remember to stay hydrated by using our free water refill station, take breaks in the shade and look out for each other 😎

Thanks for your support 💚

15/06/2026

Join the ranger team 🌿

Love working outdoors and passionate about protecting our countryside? We’ve got two exciting opportunities to join our team as Assistant Rangers.

In this hands-on role, you’ll help care for our beautiful site, support conservation work, improve access for visitors, and work with volunteers and local communities.

From practical habitat management to engaging with the public, no two days are the same 🌳

If you’re enthusiastic, practical, and ready to make a real difference to Dorset’s natural environment, we’d love to hear from you. Follow the link in the comments to apply 🔗👇

13/06/2026

🔥 BBQ BY THE LAKE THIS WEEKEND! 🔥

Join us at The Barn Cafe this weekend for a delicious lakeside BBQ on the picnic area next to the lake at Moors Valley! 🌳☀️

🕛 Midday - 4pm
📍 Picnic Area by the Lake, Moors Valley

We’ll be serving up:
🌭 New Forest Giant Hotdogs
🍔 Juicy New Forest Beef Burgers with a special ultimate burger!
🌱 Vegan Burgers & Hotdogs

Perfect food, beautiful surroundings, and a great weekend atmosphere for the whole family! Bring your friends, grab a bite, and enjoy the sunshine by the lake. ☀️🌭🍔

See you there! 🔥

09/06/2026

A huge thank you to Dorset Chamber & Coastal Cruises Poole for having us cater this fantastic business breakfast onboard this morning 🚤🥓☕

Ian was up bright and early firing up the BBQ, serving hot bacon baps while guests enjoyed networking, coffee, and fresh sea air as the boat cruised through beautiful Poole Harbour.

It was brilliant to see so many local businesses together sharing ideas, making connections, and supporting one another.

Thanks again for having us, we loved being part of such a great morning!

05/06/2026

🍽️ CHEF WANTED 🍽️

Join our team at The Barn Cafe, located in beautiful Moors Valley Country Park! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳

We’re looking for a passionate and reliable Chef to become part of our friendly kitchen team.

✅ Experience preferred
✅ Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen
✅ Positive attitude and team player
✅ Full-time / Part-time positions available
✅ Daytime hours only – no night shifts!

What we offer:
✨ Competitive pay
✨ Friendly working environment
✨ Flexible shifts
✨ Opportunity to grow within the business
✨ Stunning countryside location

If you’re passionate about great food and enjoy working in a welcoming environment, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Send your CV to [email protected]
📍 The Barn Cafe, Moors Valley Country Park

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