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Bournemouth is vibrant and buzzing by day and night with restaurants, shops, cinemas, Imax, nightclubs and several casinos which can make your visit unforgettable. The renowned "Bournemouth International Centre" is situated in the centre of the town.

The most "Family friendly" UK beach

As well as the best beaches in the UK (some say possibly in Europe) Bournemouth has won many "Blue Flag" awards for its overall cleanliness. There are terrific views over the Purbeck Hills. During the summer months there is a fantastic free display of fireworks.

Bournemouth pier from the East Cliffe. Otter from the "Otter sanctuary" in the New Forest Bournemouth pictures... more...

Dorset is in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with a fantastic variety of sandy beaches, towering cliffs and unspoilt countryside.
For the many years running Bournemouth beach has been awarded Grade A status for its clean sands and excellent facilities
Bathing water quality in Bournemouth is of the highest compliance, Out of 406 bathing waters, 397 passed EC tests. Coastal and inland bathing waters have improved significantly over the last four years.

"World Heritage status".
It is the only natural World Heritage site in Britain and ranks alongside the Great Barrier Reef and the Grand Canyon.

The first pier in Bournemouth consisted of a short wooden jetty that was completed in 1856 Bournemouth Pier, The first pier in Bournemouth consisted of a short wooden jetty that was completed in 1856.A little wooden jetty was built in 1855. In 1861 a proper wooden pier was built. In 1880 it was replaced by an iron pier. The town of Bournemouth has a population of approx 165,000 according to the 2001 Census, making it the largest settlement in Dorset. founded by Lewis Tregonwell in 1810 and grew steadily and became a proper town in 1870, when the railway came.

Arcade Bournemouth shopping centre is close to the town centre, Bournemouth Arcade was built between 1866 and 1872. The Arcade which was originally called the Gervis Arcade. Bookshops such as Waterstones are convenient to browse and have a relaxing place to enjoy a coffee in their coffee shop. C'est chic! It is another good place to go if the weather turns sour. A variety of shops and refreshing change from the stereotyped shops of the modern malls.

Arcade Bournemouth shopping centre is close to the town centre, Bournemouth Arcade

New Forest Horses Intelligence, strength, calm New Forest Horses Intelligence, strength, calm temperament and versatility. All in all, the modern New Forest Pony is an exceptional all-rounder with an endearing character.The New Forest ponies most endearing quality is their inbred, gentle nature. Their calm temperament naturally recommends them as an excellent choice and an ideal mount for both children and adults. They have long been raced locally and are surprisingly fast, especially over rough terrain.more... Camera Obscura was opened in August 1999. Situated in Bournemouth Square. Which includes a cobblestone mosaic, alongside the Obscura Cafe  the camera obscura located on the first floor.The obscura chamber is a large circular room with a 1.8m diameter circular table in the centre, onto which the image is projected.The table is white,and the height is adjustable so the image can be focused. more...

Camera Obscura was opened in August 1999. Situated in Bournemouth Square.

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Entry to the house, gardens, museum and most exhibitions is FREE, Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Bournemouth, UK, is one of the most fascinating and unique  museums in the world. It comprises art galleries and museum, a licensed café, a shop and a children’s area and is an ideal place for learning, exploring and socialising. It is situated on the dramatic cliff top over-looking seven miles of award-winning beaches and is housed in one of the last Victorian villas in Bournemouth.   more...

Hot Rocks Restaurant and Cocktail Bar enjoys a prestigious location next to Bournemouth Pier. With flavours inspired by coastal cuisine from around the world, diners can enjoy freshly prepared food made from wholesome ingredients whilst taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding beaches. The Ocean View Restaurant caters for every taste with highly trained chefs serving up fresh, honest, generously portioned dishes that are well worth waiting for.

 

Windsurfing Freewave Series - For 2008 these events once again form part of a series Windsurfing Freewave Series - For 2008 these events once again form part of a series, aimed specifically at developing junior, youth and amateur riders-both men and women. These events are once again combined with racing at selected “festival ” events: Bournemouth, Hove, Eastbourne and Felixstowe. Nov 15 - 16 Weymouth UKWA Windsurfer of the Year more...

Shopping in Bournemouth in the centre of town just behind the seafront on either side of the small Bourne stream The shopping streets are mostly pedestrianised and lined with a wide range of boutiques, stores, jewellers and accessory shops. There are major stores (Debenhams, Beales, Marks and Spencer, Bhs, Dingles), modern shopping malls

Shopping in Bournemouth in the centre of town

Bournemouth Pier has a long history within the community Bournemouth Pier has a long history within the community and has played a vital role in the region's tourism. The pier is used as a symbol of identity for the town and hosts a range of events from races, carnivals, fairs, concerts to firework displays. Yet its heritage has been unexplored and its prominent place within the community not celebrated. The OUR PIER project brings to life the wealth of memories from the past and captures the story of this amazing landmark. more...

Spotting deer in the New Forest isn't always easy, but at Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary there is a purpose built viewing platform overlooking an area where a herd of fallow deer regularly gather. The herd are fed daily by the local New Forest keeper, between the months of April and September, so the deer are more than happy to remain in the main meadow
Several of the animals are white, which is quite an uncommon colour for fallow deer.
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Spotting deer in the New Forest isn't always easy,

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Entry to the house, gardens, museum and most exhibitions is FREE, Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Entry to the house, gardens, museum and most exhibitions is FREE, but we invite donations to enable us to make improvements to our service. Donation boxes are located near the entrance. There is a suggested donation of £3.00 per person for guided tours. We offer educational guided tours and activities for schools, colleges, universities, language schools and adult education groups more...

Bournemouth central gardens In 1910 Mate and Riddle described this part as "A veritable paradise", so it has been called "Paradise" ever since. It is a garden to be viewed in upon, and is rich in daffodils, crocuses, snowdrops, and cyclamen, azaleas, and other spring flowering plants. Also notable are the Chusan Palm ( Trachycarpus fortuneii), Mimosa ( Acacia dealbata ), Persian Ironwood ( Parrotia persica )

Bournemouth central gardens In 1910 Mate and Riddle described this part as "A veritable paradise",

Bournemouth’s famous beach huts are available to hire all year-round. Bournemouth’s famous beach huts are available to hire all year-round. Beach huts are great for relaxing with friends and family and offer inspirational coastal views.  Bournemouth actually invented the modern beach hut over 100 years ago and boasts the oldest beach huts in the country, they remain hugely popular today. So reserve your spot early on our award-winning seafront.  more...

Upper and Central Pleasure Gardens Until the beginning of the nineteenth century this area comprised vegetated slopes and a marshy valley bottom. Development took place after 1840 under the influence of Decimus Burton (architect to the Meyrick Estate), in 1859 the Meyrick Estate granted a lease for the area to the south of the square to be developed as a public pleasure ground. Between 1864 and 1872 leaseholds of the Upper and Central Pleasure Gardens were granted by the Durrant and Meyrick Estate more...

Upper and Central Pleasure Gardens Until the beginning of the nineteenth century this area comprised vegetated slopes and a marshy valley bottom.

Apcoa manages a multi-storey car park which is located in the town centre of Bournemouth. Apcoa manages a multi-storey car park which is located in the town centre of Bournemouth. APCOA's core area of expertise lies in the organization and management of multi-story car parks, parking spaces and mechanized systems. Ensuring a safe and clean parking environment with knowledge of local circumstances such as this Avenue rd in Bournemouth car park more... Race for Life events in Bournemouth are open to women everywhere. What matters most is taking part – you can walk, jog or run the 5k course. Find your nearest Race for Life event and be part of the UK's largest women-only fundraising event to help beat cancer. Call us on 0871 641 2282  Find an event near you more...

Race for Life events in Bournemouth are open to women everywhere.

Boscombe Band was formed in 1886........Bournemouth Concert Brass is a brass band ensemble of Championship status Boscombe Band was formed in 1886 and its tradition as one of the leading Salvation Army Bands in the British Territory has been maintained to the present day.  Based in the seaside town of Bournemouth the band takes full advantage of its numerous opportunities for evangelism more...     Bournemouth Concert Brass is a brass band ensemble of Championship status and one of the leading brass bands in the South of England. more...

The Upper Gardens originally resembled a lake, being badly drained. The Durrant Estate drained the area bringing in broken pottery from the clay works higher up the valley as drainage material. The considerable strip to both sides of the stream was set out for the purposes of public recreation, with the higher ground being sold off as building plots. Between 1883 and 1903 the water tower was built to supply water via a water wheel to a fountain in the middle of the stream. more...

The Upper Gardens originally resembled a lake, being badly drained.

Bournemouth beach is a dog free, smoke free and pioneered the original "KIDZONE" Scheme Bournemouth beach is a dog free, smoke free and pioneered the original "KIDZONE" Scheme. Bournemouth is the first resort in the country to trial the beach lockers operated by The Beach Box Company. Bournemouth was the first resort to introduce no-smoking beaches and the Kids Zone beaches that have not been adopted around the country.

Pier Theatre, Bournemouth was opened on 3rd June 1960 with the show "Carry on Laughing" starring Ted Rogers.  In 1964, Thora Hird starred in "The Best Laid Plans". In 1966, Sid James was in "George & Alfred Black present 'Spring Wedding'". He was followed by Dick Emery in 1967 ("Oh! You are Awful"). The popular comedy "The Mating Game" was performed in 1969 and 1971. "No Sex Please We're British" was first performed at the Pier Theatre in 1973 and again in 2000 more...

Pier Theatre, Bournemouth was opened on 3rd June 1960

Beales of Bournemouth offer informed, prompt, friendly and efficient customer service Beales of Bournemouth offer informed, prompt, friendly and efficient customer service that exceeds expectations. Service is a combination of store atmosphere and the individual personal customer service we provide. It is where we can establish a significant point of difference with our high street competitors. All of us must ensure that the experience of shopping at Beales is a combination of an inspirational assortment, a high quality store landscape and exceptional service. more...

This rose hip was captured on the cliff-top overlooking the sea at Southbourne. Lets hope that the seeds germinate and continue to produce such vibrant colour for future roses along this beautiful area. Roses can do more than grace our landscapes and floral designs. Like its cousins the apple, pear, peach and cherry, roses produce a fruit. Rose Hips are a valuable source of vitamin C, containing as much as 20 times more vitamin C than oranges.

This rose hip was captured on the cliff-top overlooking the sea at Southbourne.

The New Forest has been an historically important area dating back to the Stone Age The New Forest has been an historically important area dating back to the Stone Age when the land was first cleared for cultivation by the inhabitants of the day. Unfortunately the quality of the soil in the area is very poor and as a result a lot of the land reverted back to heath land. The area has a number of SSSIs (sites of special scientific interest) and over 200 Scheduled Ancient Monuments but there is an ongoing debate as to whether these should be listed due to past thefts. more...

German Candy cane in Bournemouth:- It is believed that the very first candy cane was made in 1670 by the choirmaster at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany. He gave each one of the younger members of the choir a white candy stick in an effort to keep them quiet during the Living Crèche ceremony. Rather than being the normal straight stick of hard candy, he had them made in the shape of a shepherd's crook, which symbolizes the first shepherds who worshipped the newborn Christ.

German Candy cane in Bournemouth:- It is believed that the very first candy cane was made in 1670

Decoy Pond Bournemouth no longer exists, but was probably located near the war memorial, 300 yards from Bournemouth Square Decoy Pond Bournemouth no longer exists, but was probably located near the war memorial, 300 yards from Bournemouth Square and about a mile from the present Coy Pond that was formed in the 1888. the 'Decoy Pond Estate' (now know as 'Coy Pond' and comprising several fields around the Bourne Stream and including a cottage known as Decoy Pond House, which stood near where The Square is today more... Where to stay in Bournemouth? East Cliff, West Cliff or Central. Bournemouth can offer outstanding facilities for conference delegates and Bournemouth boasts the largest number of quality establishments of any destination outside of London. Value of accommodation in Bournemouth? According to an international survey out hotel guests have voted Bournemouth hotels as the best value in the world. more...    

Where to stay in Bournemouth? East Cliff, West Cliff or Central.

The Opera House was announced as the winner of the Bournemouth "Best Bar None" The Opera House was announced as the winner of the Bournemouth "Best Bar None" - "Best Club" category at the awards ceremony at The Highcliff Marriot Hotel on Wednesday 24th September.
This is the second prestigious award won by the venue in the last 12 months,The Opera House is the current holder of the national B.E.D.A award for “Best Live Venue”   
   
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Bliss is one of Bournemouth's larger nightclub venues. A very trendy bar with 2 floors, it is beautifully decorated with dark wooden floors and blue bar lighting.
The upper floor is usually filled with people chatting and enjoying a drink, whilst the downstairs floor is home to clubbers because of the dance floor.
Bliss is conveniently located next to its sister bar
Toko in the middle of Bournemouths busiest clubbing area. more...

Bliss is one of Bournemouth's larger nightclub venues. A very trendy bar with 2 floors

Did you know that Bournemouth people were the most happy in Britain with the place in which they lived? Did you know that Bournemouth people were the most happy in Britain with the place in which they lived? Well, according to a recent survey by First Direct Bank, that is the case. They like living in a town with miles of golden beaches, a lively cosmopolitan town centre with good shopping and superb restaurants, state of the art theatres offering top class entertainment throughout the year, many award winning garden areas and a host of different sporting opportunities.

Poole Quay has the UK’s biggest and best weekly bike meet takes places every Tuesday from 6pm. This popular motorbike event runs from the first Tuesday in April to the end of September and will return to Poole Quay in 2009. The Quay is closed off to all traffic, except bikes. Numbers of motorbikes regularly exceed 2000. The display features a wide range of models and makes, many of which have been modified and fitted with interesting features and extras. more...

Poole Quay has the UK’s biggest and best weekly bike meet takes places every Tuesday from 6pm.

Bournemouth beach. There's plenty of space for you to relax with your family on the sand Bournemouth beach. There's plenty of space for you to relax with your family on the sand. So why not take in the sun in one of our famous candy stripped deck chairs or spend some time lazing on a sun bed. Simply help yourself to whatever you need and a Deckchair Attendant will visit you to collect payment. 700,000 cubic metres of sand was added to the beach during the winter of 2006/07 as part of the beach replenishment programme.  more... Cinema in Bournemouth Founded in 1930 by Oscar Deutsch, ODEON was acquired in 1941 by J Arthur Rank who had interests in film production and distribution. ODEON remained a part of The Rank Organisation for a further 58 years. An extensive re-branding campaign in 1998 further re-enforced ODEON's position as market leader in the UK and introduced "Fanatical About Film" to the UK cinema-goer. more...

Cinema in Bournemouth Founded in 1930 by Oscar Deutsch, ODEON was acquired in 1941 by J Arthur Rank

    

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Virgin Cross Country has enhanced services for travellers to and from Bournemouth and Brockenhurst with extension of a northbound and southbound service beyond Southampton to complete the daytime hourly interval pattern to and from the Midlands throughout the afternoon and early evening. more...

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Bournemouth Airport is a key national and international gateway to Southern England, connecting over 900,000 passengers to over 60 destinations every year. Around 3 million passengers will be travelling through Bournemouth Airport every year by 2014/15. The airport’s growth is a massive opportunity; crucial to the prosperity of our whole region. But that growth must be sustainable. Our Master Plan to 2030 describes how best to manage the positive and negative impact of growth. more...

What to do in Bournemouth

Toko is well known amongst Bournemouth's residents and tourists.

Bars & Clubs

Toko is well known amongst Bournemouth's residents and tourists. Located in a night life hotspot next to several other big night clubs (such as Bliss and Elements), it attracts many visitors each night of the week.

The interior of Toko is superbly decorated with marble and huge fish tanks, which give the venue an exclusive look. There are two floors, each with their own bar and playing different styles of music. The top floor is mainly used as a bar area with comfy seating, whereas the downstairs floor is a dance area.

Specialised courses provide a combination of language and subject, and include University Foundation programmes

Language Schools

Specialised courses provide a combination of language and subject, and include University Foundation programmes, Diploma programmes, short business Summer programmes, specially tailored closed group programmes and much more. Teachers are experts in their fields - qualified language teachers who have
professional working experience. The atmosphere of the school is friendly, hardworking and professional.
University Foundation programmes are available and achieve total success in placing students in universities of their choice, achieving wide recognition from UK
universities. Shorter-term summer courses (2 weeks minimum) are also focussed on business, and are particularly suited to working people who want to improve their Business English in a short time
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Camping sites, Caravan and Holiday Parks are on the periphery of Bournemouth.

Camping & Caravan Holidays

Camping sites, Caravan and Holiday Parks are on the periphery of Bournemouth. But access to Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and the New Forest are only minutes away. Walking, cycling and horse riding in Dorset (considered by many to be one the most beautiful areas of Britain) is very popular. Many bridle paths lead into remote and wild areas where wildlife such as pony's badgers, foxes, stoats, deer, and occasionally wild boar. Grove Farm Meadow is a five star park offering luxury Rose award holiday caravans, touring pitches and holiday home sales. The park is beautifully landscaped and planted with an abundance of flowers, providing a peaceful and relaxing environment to compliment its stunning riverside location. In keeping with this ideal we choose not to offer clubs or bars and operate a no pets policy. more...

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Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site

Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site It is the only natural World Heritage site in Britain and ranks alongside the Great Barrier Reef and the Grand Canyon. This England's first natural World Heritage Site - it is known as The Jurassic Coast. It covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset, with rocks recording 185 million years of the Earth's history. World Heritage Sites are places of ‘outstanding universal value' selected by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation).

Old Harry Rocks Dorset is in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with a fantastic variety of sandy beaches, towering cliffs and unspoilt countryside

Old Harry Rocks Dorset is in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with a fantastic variety of sandy beaches, towering cliffs and unspoilt countryside. Old Harry Rocks are chalk stacks located directly east of Studland and to the north of Swanage in Dorset. Nearby and to the north are the larger towns of Poole and Bournemouth. The rocks are part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site of which they form the eastern end. It is also believed that the rocks were once connected to The Needles on the Isle of Wight. Boat trip excursions are available from Bournemouth pier in the summertime.

Parking: Not normally a big problem in Bournemouth, with lots of free and ample parking areas which are convenient to walk from

Parking: Not normally a big problem in Bournemouth, with lots of free and ample parking areas which are convenient to walk from. Bournemouth's terrific beaches, shops, pubs, clubs and cinemas all have handily placed "Pay and Display" multi-storey car parks. National Car Parks (Car Parks, Bournemouth)  Bournemouth Car Parks And Airport Parking if you are planning to fly on to another destination from Bournemouth Tel: 01202 556965 - Glen Fern Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2LZ (1.57 miles)

 

 

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Introduced in 1997 a safety system on the beaches in Bournemouth has helped to reduce the number of lost kids on the beaches

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