The Bournemouth Guide
Explore · Dorset

Explore beyond the beach

Bournemouth’s neighbourhoods, the towns and villages around Poole Bay, and what the coast has to offer season by season.

Towns

Towns around the bay

Christchurch Priory in the medieval town of Christchurch
Town

Christchurch

Christchurch
Sandbanks and Poole Harbour
Town

Poole

Discover Poole, Dorset's coastal gem with a rich maritime history, sandy beaches at Sandbanks, a lively harbour, and charming Old Town streets to explore.
Neighbourhoods

Villages & neighbourhoods

Boscombe Pier and seafront
village

Boscombe

Boscombe
The clifftop above Southbourne beach
village

Southbourne

Explore Southbourne, a tranquil Bournemouth suburb with a sandy beach, clifftop promenade, independent shops and family-friendly green spaces.
Westbourne's Victorian shopping arcade
village

Westbourne

Westbourne is a leafy Bournemouth neighbourhood known for its Victorian homes, independent shops, village centre and access to peaceful Alum Chine beach and gar
Season by season

Bournemouth all year round

Spring

Spring in Bournemouth

Bay Run, blossom & quieter beaches

 Summer

Summer in Bournemouth

Peak beach season & the Air Festival

 Autumn

Autumn in Bournemouth

Arts, food & coastal walks

 Winter

Winter in Bournemouth

Christmas Tree Wonderland & festive markets
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