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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Boscombe Pier
Just over a mile from Bournemouth Pier with its amusements, fun fair and restaurants is Boscombe Pier. Here, there are no such attractions, but the iconic 19th Century structure makes for a pleasant stroll. You can walk along the pier, following the heritage trail and playing a musical instrument or two along the way. At…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Southbourne
Eight years ago I came here for a boot camp and decided I never wanted to leave. I fell in love with Southbourne the minute I first set eyes on on it. This gently buzzing suburb 3 miles east of Bournemouth is small enough to feel cosy, yet big enough to have everything you need.…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Highcliffe Beach
Highcliffe Beach marks the most easterly point in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole conurbation. It is situated a few minutes walk from the centre of the genteel suburb of Highcliffe. The coastal path that runs beneath the cliffs provides a spectacular backdrop for a walk/run. However, unlike most of Bournemouth’s beaches, Highcliffe doesn’t have a…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Highcliffe Castle
Highcliffe Castle, perched on the cliff top on the outskirts of Highcliffe, isn’t quite as old as the name ‘Castle’ might suggest. The original Highcliffe Mansion was built (too close to the cliff edge) in 1775. Once this house was lost to coastal erosion, the current Highcliffe Castle was built, slightly further inland, in the…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Boscombe Beach
The Seaside Award winning Boscombe Beach is divided into Boscombe East and Boscombe West by Boscombe Pier. It’s the ideal choice if you like your beach days to be slightly more active, with a range of activities on offer. There is also a selection of dining options nearby. The are also plenty of events held…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Avon Beach
Avon Beach is one of three Blue Flag beaches in the Christchurch area. Unlike many of the beaches around Bournemouth, this one is accessible without having to negotiate your way down from the clifftop, with a car park at beach level. The beach is lined by a promenade which runs from Mudeford to the west…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Friars Cliff Beach
Friars Cliff Beach is the middle of three Blue Flag Beaches in the Christchurch area. This small beach tends to be quieter than some of its neighbours. It has a chilled vibe, great views and an award winning café. How to get to Friars Cliff Beach Friars Cliff Beach is 7 miles east of Bournemouth.…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Boscombe Street Art Trail
When you tell people you live in Boscombe, it conjures up conflicting images. Either of a lovely sandy beach, multi coloured beach huts and a Victorian pier. Or of a rather seedy town populated by junkies congregating around the ugly concrete jungle of a town centre. Once ranked as one of the worst places to…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Fisherman’s Walk Beach
Southbourne may only be small, with a population of around 19,000 people. But this genteel suburb located three miles east of central Bournemouth boasts two Blue Flag Beaches. Fisherman’s Walk Beach is a family friendly beach. It is easy to reach from Southbourne via Fisherman’s Walk. This pretty, tree lined park connects the main high…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Manor Steps Beach
For some people, going to their ‘local’ means a trip to the nearest pub. This is my local. Two miles east of Bournemouth, in-between the suburbs of Boscombe and Southbourne is Manor Steps Beach. This Blue Flag Beach doesn’t have as many facilities as some of its neighbours. But this, and the fact that it…
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