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Bournemouth Guide

Welcome to our Bournemouth Guide

Take a stroll on the award winning beaches

Explore the New Forest & its picturesque villages

See a band playing on the bandstand in the Lower Gardens

Take in a show at one of the town’s theatres

Experience fresh local food at a choice of fantastic restaurants

Stay up late in the pubs and clubs of Bournemouth

Weymouth Sea Life

With over 1,000 aquatic creatures from Giant Sea Turtles to Bonnethead sharks, Japanese Spider crabs and Humboldt Penguins Weymouth Sea Life park is a great day out for all the family. Get your hands wet and hold a crab or starfish in the interactive rock pool, see the animals at feeding time and learn all about these incredible underwater species. With a log flume and adventure island there is plenty to last the whole day.

Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa

Relax in style in this luxurious spa, set in stunning surroundings.

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott

Enjoy dinner overlooking sandy beaches on the 1st night of a 2 night stay.

Travelling to Bournemouth

Bournemouth Overview

Set on England’s south coast Bournemouth has excellent transport links throughout the country. With good train links, road connections and an airport it’s easy to get to no matter where you are travelling from.

By Rail

Bournemouth has great train links throughout the UK, with several train providers offering services to the town. It is just an hour and a half from London and is superbly located for exploring Dorset and the South West.

By Road

Centrally located on the Dorset coast, Bournemouth is at the heart of a network of roads. With motorway access from the M3, and a host of A roads, including the A31 and A35, travelling to Bournemouth by road is simple.

By Air

Bournemouth Airport and Southampton Airport both provide excellent links to the town. With over 30 destinations internationally via Bournemouth Airport and 50 domestic & international destinations through Southampton Airport.

Getting Around in Bournemouth

Bournemouth Overview

Bournemouth’s compact town centre is easy to navigate. From the beautiful beaches to the Victorian Gardens there is plenty to explore. With superb bus services and picturesque bike paths getting out and about couldn’t be easier.

By Bus

Bournemouth operates a great bus service offering easy access throughout the area plus with a Night Bus service running on Friday and Saturday through until 5am it’s the perfect way to get about.

By Taxi

From airport transfers to local taxi journeys, Bournemouth has a great selection of taxi firms to keep you on the move. To avoid un-reliable services check with your hotel in Bournemouth for their preferred service or have them book you a taxi.

By Bike

There are plenty of beautiful cycle routes to enjoy in Bournemouth. From the beach promenade to the New Forest and the Poole Heritage Cycle Route there are plenty of reasons to get on your bike.

Norfolk Royale Hotel

The Norfolk Royale Hotel is a beautiful Edwardian building in the heart of Bournemouth. Just a short walk from Bournemouth’s picturesque gardens and award winning beaches the hotel provides a luxurious haven. Blending an elegant exterior with stylish rooms and friendly service the Norfolk Royale Hotel is an ideal base for your break.

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Here are just a few of the reasons to visit Bournemouth!

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    8 Apr - 23 Sept - Classic Cars on The Prom

    Weekly displays of classic cars throughout the summer.

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    26 May - 9 Sept - Pinewalk Art Exhibition

    One of the largest, and longest running, open air art displays in the country

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    29 Jun - 16 Sept - Marcus Adams: Royal Photographer

    A stunning exhibition at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum to mark the Queen's Jubilee Year.

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    August - Wednesday Evenings - Candlelight Nights

    Bournemouth's award-winning Lower Gardens will be illuminated by hundreds of tea lights

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    30 Aug - 2 Sept - Bournemouth Air Festival

    A spectacular four day seafront airshow with plenty for the whole family to enjoy.

Out and about in Bournemouth

Bournemouth Shopping

Whether it’s the vibrant street markets of Boscome or the thriving high street in Bournemouth there are plenty of familiar and independent shops to choose from.

Eating Out in Bournemouth

From the freshest fish to cosy Italians, family favourites and romantic gems there is something to please all culinary tastes.

Bournemouth Nightlife

With the Bournemouth International Centre, Pavilion and Pier theatre there is plenty of live music, West End shows and comedians to keep you entertained.

Bournemouth Bars

From exotic cocktails and buzzing bars, to real ale and cosy pubs there is something to suit all tastes in Bournemouth’s town centre.

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