Melbury Abbas & Cann Group Parish Council

Melbury Abbas and Cann is a rural civil parish in North Dorset, situated just south of Shaftesbury. Nestled under the Cranborne Chase scarp and Spreadeagle Hill, the area is characterized by rolling farmland, scenic chalk downland, and historic homes. It serves as a, largely residential, tranquil area within the Cranborne Chase National Landscape.

Next Meeting

5th August 2026

Latest Minutes

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Latest Agendas

• Agenda Aug 2026 • May 6th 2026 Agenda (This meeting will take place after the AGM which will start at 7 p.m.) • Agenda - Apr 2026 • Agenda - Feb 2026 • Agenda - Dec 2025 • Agenda - Oct 2025 • Agenda - Aug 2025 • Agenda - May 2025 • Agenda AGM - May 2025 • Agenda - Apr 2025 view all

Latest News

• Update Traffic Management during closure of Dinahs Hollow • Annual Parish Meeting • Annual Parish Meeting 3.6.26 • Litter Pick • Traffic routes whilst Dinahs Hollow closed 2026 • Referendum • Notice of NH Referendum • Melbury Abbas and Cann Neighbourhood Plan see all