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GuidePooleThings to do in Poole: the harbour, the Quay and Sandbanks
A local guide to Poole: the Quay and Old Town, Brownsea Island, Sandbanks and the chain ferry, Poole Park, Lighthouse, Bike Nights and Seafood & Sounds.
PooleWhere to stay in Poole: the Quay, Sandbanks or Ashley Cross
Poole's neighbourhoods compared for a visit or a longer stay: the Quay and Old Town, Sandbanks, Ashley Cross and Hamworthy, and the links to Bournemouth.- Transport
Sandbanks Ferry goes cashless: how to pay in 2026
The Sandbanks Ferry stopped taking cash on 1 April 2026 and has read number plates since 1 July. Vehicle tolls are paid online, before or by midnight after. 
For hotels and ownersHotels in Christchurch and Poole: list with Flexiestays
Why hotels, guesthouses and apartment owners in Poole and Christchurch list on flexiestays.com: the port, the airport, corporate demand and how listing works.
Things to doOld Harry Rocks and Swanage: a day trip from Bournemouth
A day trip from Bournemouth to Old Harry Rocks and Swanage: the Sandbanks Ferry and Breezer 50 bus, the Studland walk, the coast path and the way back.
Beach LifeBournemouth Beach Huts: Rent, Cost, Experience
A practical guide to renting a Bournemouth beach hut, with the locations, day vs weekly rates, what you actually get, and the trade-offs by hut style.
Things to doDog-Friendly Bournemouth: A Local Guide
A practical guide to visiting Bournemouth with dogs, with beach access rules, the dog-friendly pubs, walks, and where to stay if your dog is part of the trip.
Beach LifeSurfing in Bournemouth: A Beginner's Guide
A practical guide to learning to surf in Bournemouth, with the surf reef, beach options, lesson providers, season notes, and an honest read on what the waves are like.
GuideBeach LifeEvery Beach Near Bournemouth, Ranked and Reviewed
A local's guide to the beaches near Bournemouth, from the seven-mile Blue Flag stretch through to Sandbanks, Studland, and the Jurassic Coast, ranked for what you want.
BusinessDistinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2026 Raises Over £100K Across Bournemouth & Poole
More than 1,000 stylish motorcyclists took over the streets of Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch this weekend as part of the iconic Distinguished.
BeachesSix Blue Flags for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in 2026
Sandbanks, Shore Road, Canford Cliffs, Durley Chine, Fisherman's Walk and Highcliffe hold Blue Flags for 2026, with Seaside Awards for Bournemouth and Boscombe.
EventsWhat’s On in Bournemouth This August 2026
August is one of the best months to experience Bournemouth, with the town filled with summer energy, beachside events, live entertainment and.
EventsWhat’s On in Bournemouth This July 2026
July is one of the most exciting months to visit Bournemouth. With beach festivals, live music, Pride celebrations, comedy nights and outdoor events across.
GuideStay SmartWhere to Stay in Bournemouth: Neighbourhoods Compared
A local guide to the seven neighbourhoods that define Bournemouth, with the pros, trade-offs, and who each one suits, from a decade hosting here.
EventsBournemouth Festivals 2026: The Best Events by the Coast
Bournemouth is much more than beautiful beaches and seaside views, it’s one of the UK’s most vibrant coastal destinations, known for its exciting calendar.
GuideBeach LifeExplore the Best of 2025: Ultimate Bournemouth Beaches Guide
Bournemouth Beaches Guide for 2025: Discover seven miles of golden sands with attractions for all ages.
EventsTop Romantic Spots for Valentine's Day 2025 in Bournemouth
Valentine's Day in Bournemouth 2025: Discover top romantic spots in Christchurch and Poole for unforgettable moments.- What's on
A Thousand Splendid Suns comes to Lighthouse Poole in 2027
Birmingham Rep's stage version of A Thousand Splendid Suns plays Lighthouse Poole from 11 to 15 May 2027, with tickets on general sale from 25 September. 
Beach LifeBournemouth's beaches out of season: October to April
What is open on Bournemouth's beaches from October to April: dogs back on the sand, winter beach hut hire, seafront cafés, cliff lifts and the lifeguard gap.
Things to doBrownsea Island from Poole Quay: how to visit
How to visit Brownsea Island from Poole Quay: the ferry, the 2026 season to 1 November, red squirrels, the lagoon, the Scout camp and what to know first.
Eat & DrinkBrunch in Bournemouth: where locals go at the weekend
Where to go for brunch in Bournemouth at the weekend, from Westbourne and Boscombe cafés to town centre bottomless brunch and Canford Cliffs coffee.
EnvironmentJurassic Coast marks 25 years as a World Heritage Site
The Jurassic Coast, England's only natural World Heritage Site, marks 25 years since its 2001 listing, with walks, beach cleans and events running through 2026.
Stay SmartLiving in Poole short term: areas, commute and monthly stays
Living in Poole for a month or a few: which neighbourhoods suit a short-term stay, how the commute to Bournemouth works and how a monthly stay nearby works.
Beach LifeSea swimming in Bournemouth in autumn and winter
Sea swimming in Bournemouth through autumn and winter: when the lifeguards stop, cold water shock, tides and forecasts, and which beaches suit a safe dip.
Things to doUpton Country Park and Poole's parks: a local guide
A guide to Upton Country Park and Poole's other parks: the walled garden and Holes Bay shore, Poole Park's lake and railway, Compton Acres and the chines.
EventsWhat's on in Bournemouth this October 2026
What's on in Bournemouth in October 2026: Run Bournemouth, the Arts by the Sea fringe, five Cherries home games, half term, Halloween and the big concerts.
What's onWimborne Food Festival fills the town, Kingston is next
Wimborne Food Festival filled the town centre on 20 September 2026, and the Purbeck village of Kingston holds its first food festival on Saturday 3 October.
SeafrontBournemouth Pier: landing stages to go as restoration is scaled back
Bournemouth Pier's deteriorating landing stages are being removed after an engineering inspection, and the full restoration of the pier has been scaled back.
TransportParking in Bournemouth in 2026: higher charges, stricter fines
BCP Council raised parking charges from 16 March 2026, seafront car parks up six per cent, and trialled stricter fines in August. What visitors need to know.