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Getting to know us
2014 Festivals & Events
The magical seaside
Retail therapy
Gardens
A night to remember
Time for you
Let’s get together
Beyond Bournemouth
Explore & Discover
Attractions map
Accommodation
Map
Getting here
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At Bournemouth Tourism, our friendly team are here to help you and
your group. We love Bournemouth and we can provide helpful tips
and advice on places to visit, things to see and do, help you find your
perfect group accommodation, or inspire you to try something new.
Do you need somewhere to stay?
If you are planning a group stay in
Bournemouth, you can take advantage
of our FREE Group Accommodation
Service, which will save you time and
effort in finding accommodation.
Contact the Tourist Information Centre
who will be more than happy to assist
you with your group stay.
Welcome to
Bournemouth
Come and visit us and
enjoy our festivals &
events, our stunning
parks and gardens and
the seven miles of
beautiful coastline.
Getting to know us
Visit our dedicated website
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Bournemouth Tourism
Call: 0845 051 1700 and ask for the
'Group Accommodation Service'
or email info@bournemouth.gov.uk
Please also refer to our accommodation
on pages 28 - 31.
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We can also help you with
suggested itineraries and tours.
Bournemouth also offers
a wealth of attractions,
entertainment, history
and heritage, activities
and adventure - plenty
to inspire you and your
group.
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of press. Please note details are
subject to change and we advise
you to check all details when
finalising any arrangements.
Bournemouth Tourism cannot
accept responsibility for any errors,
omissions or changes.
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your trip or require images for your
brochure? We can help promote your
group holiday via the following
promotional materials:
Images - we can email you images of
Bournemouth and the surrounding area.
Posters - we can send you posters
promoting Bournemouth.
Publications - we can supply you with a
range of publications for your reference
or to distribute amongst your group.
Contact the Travel Trade department for
more details.
Postal address: Travel Trade,
Bournemouth Tourism, Westover Road,
Bournemouth BH1 2BU. Email:
tourism.marketing@bournemouth.gov.uk
or call: 01202 451707.
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2014
Festival & Event
Bournemouth Bay Run
30th March
Bournemouth Seafront
Half marathon, 10k, 5k, and fun run.
Highlights
bhf.org.uk/bayrun
Classic Cars on the Prom
For a full listing of festivals and
events in Bournemouth for 2014,
please call 0845 051 1700 or
alternatively visit: bournemouth.co.uk
13th April – 21st September
(Sundays only)
West Overcliff Promenade, Bournemouth
An ever-changing weekly line-up of vehicles dating
from 1915 up to the early 1980s.
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South Coast Fashion Week
9th – 11th May
Bournemouth International Centre
Powerboat P1 & Aqua X
Jetski Championships
30th May - 1st June
Bournemouth Seafront
Bringing the ultimate shopping & fashion
experience to Bournemouth.
A high adrenaline watercraft competition for all
sea-riding enthusiasts.
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Bournemouth Food and
Drink Festival
23rd – 25th May
Bournemouth Sports Club
The largest sport and music festival in the world.
20th – 29th June
Bournemouth, various locations
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Bournemouth will host foodie events to whet the
appetite and inspire your inner chef.
Bournemouth
Wheels Festival
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Bournemouth International
Triathlon
24th – 26th May
Bournemouth Seafront
6th July
Bournemouth Seafront
Britain’s biggest wheels themed family
event, is a first for the resort and the perfect
way to spend the Bank Holiday weekend.
Annual sporting event taking in the splendour of
Bournemouth’s coastline and town centre.
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Bourne Free
11th – 13th July
Bournemouth Triangle
Bournemouth Arts
by the Sea Festival
Bournemouth’s Pride Festival.
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Friday Family Fiesta
25th July, 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd August
- (TBC)
Bournemouth Seafront and Lower Gardens
26th September – 12th October
Bournemouth, various locations
An incredible line-up of music, dance, art,
film, visual arts, spoken word and much more.
artsbournemouth.org.uk
Family entertainment from 7pm with firework finale
at 10pm.
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Candlelight Nights
30th July, 6th, 13th & 20th August
Bournemouth Lower Gardens
From 8pm, see the Lower Gardens transformed
into a magical candlelight kingdom.
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Thai Summer Festival
3rd August
Kings Park, Boscombe
Traditional Thai food and activities to delight all.
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Bournemouth
Air Festival
Bournemouth Marathon
Festival
4th & 5th October
Bournemouth Seafront
Full marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k, and junior races.
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Christmas Festival
28th – 31st August
Bournemouth Seafront
15th November - 3rd January 2015
Bournemouth Town Centre
This free event has a programme packed
full of action in the air and on the ground
for everyone to enjoy.
Full of atmosphere with Christmas lights; fun
animated figures and festive decorations,
the Bournemouth Christmas Market and
Festival is something not to be missed.
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OnStage at Pier Approach
July - August (TBC)
The Waterfront at Pier Approach
Summer of FREE entertainment with
the backdrop of the beach.
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Please note all events and dates are provisional and
subject to change.
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Did you know
Boscombe is set to open the UK’s first
multipurpose Coastal Activity Park in
Spring 2014, offering a range of water
and land based sporting activities.
Boscombe
Beach
Bournemouth
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Bournemouth
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ith four Blue Flags and two Seaside Awards along the seven miles of sand
it’s no wonder Bournemouth has been voted Best Beach Destination by
TripAdvisor readers.
Bournemouth’s award winning beaches
can offer you and your group different
experiences whatever the weather or
time of year. The views along the
coastline are breathtaking – looking
eastwards the Bay offers beautiful views
of the Needles on the Isle of Wight and
westwards, the historic Jurassic Coastline.
With a coastline of watersports,
attractions, activities and dozens of
restaurants to suit all tastes, there is so
much to see and do with beautiful views.
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There are plenty of ways to enjoy our
coastline, by foot, by bike, a trip on our
famous land trains or cliff lifts, sea trips
and local bus tours.
To enjoy your group day on the beach,
the nearest coach drop off point is on
Exeter Road by the Bournemouth
International Centre. If you come down
by car there are public pay and display
car parks across the seven miles of
coastline for you to choose from. See
page 34 for more details.
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Retail Therapy
Discover a range of shopping and eating out experiences along
our coastline.
Bournemouth Town Centre
Offers an enjoyable shopping experience
with a fabulous selection of department
stores, well known brands and
independent shops. The town centre's
stunning Victorian architecture and
vibrant gardens provide a unique
backdrop for shoppers looking for a
thriving retail scene. Tantalise your taste
buds and enjoy the abundance of
restaurants, bistros, cafés and pubs that
offer something for everyone.
or enjoy a nostalgic moment browsing
through the extensive collection of
vintage and antique shops. Boscombe is
also home to Bournemouth’s regular
street market - an open air market that
operates every Thursday and Saturday
between 9am - 4:30pm. Plus the vibrant
vintage market that takes place inside the
Royal Arcade on the first Saturday of
each month between 10am - 4pm.
Westbourne & Alum Chine
An elegant borough of Bournemouth,
that is affectionately known as ‘the
village’ by locals, offers an exquisite
range of individual shops, delicious
delicatessens and indulgent beauty
salons. Westbourne is the perfect place
to find that one-off piece you’ve been
looking for.
Southbourne
Enjoy the café culture of scenic
Southbourne – a borough of
Bournemouth best known for its
delightful deli’s and buzzing bistros. It
also has a long shopping street that
has some unique and individual shops.
Boscombe
Visit Boscombe and bury your head in
some fascinating literature whilst
indulging in a coffee and a piece of cake
Vintage Shop
in Boscombe
Westbourne Arcade
Don’t forget to visit inland...
Charminster
Discover an amazing variety of
international cafés and restaurants
situated along Charminster Road, which
is just a short taxi or bus ride from the
town centre. You’ll be spoilt for choice,
from Lebanese cuisine, Latin,
Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern
food. As well as the food on offer, enjoy
a leisurely stroll around the shops, or take
a break in one of the local pubs.
Winton
This vibrant and busy suburb, which is
close to both Bournemouth town centre
and Charminster, offers visitors a variety
of shops, cafés and pubs.
Did you know
Castlepoint Shopping Park located on
the edge of Bournemouth, is the largest
shopping park in the UK. There are dozens
of large high street brands from Marks &
Spencer, Gap and Next to Lakeland,
Accessorize and much more.
Bournemouth Arcade
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Boscombe Chine Gardens is a local
nature reserve and a Green Flag site,
offering colourful floral flower beds,
grassy areas, and a mixture of deciduous
and coniferous trees and wildlife habitats.
The land train travels up through the
Chine from the seafront onto Boscombe
High Street (weather permitting). There is
also a crazy golf course and waterthemed play area and ball court. For
wildlife lovers head inland and visit one of
Bournemouths ‘Local Nature Reserves’.
Enjoy our 2,000 acres of glorious gardens and picturesque parks
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The Lower Gardens leads directly
to the beach and in addition to
brilliant floral beds are also home to
mini golf, the Bournemouth tethered
balloon, the bandstand, aviary, Pinewalk
Art Exhibition (May - Sept) and catering
kiosks. The Gardens also host a number
of festivals and events all year round.
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Explore the Central and Upper
Gardens which are a quieter haven
maintaining a natural feel. Look out for
the interpretation points which highlight
the diversity of flora and fauna and
history of the Gardens. Pick up a free
Tree Trail leaflet from the Tourist
Information Centre on Westover Road.
Tropical Gardens
Did you know
From February 2014 you can visit the brand
new Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre. An
exciting opportunity to learn about the
area’s rich heritage, including the wildlife,
geology and archaeology.
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Visit the Tropical Gardens at Alum Chine
and discover many of the unusual
tropical plants in this haven. You will find
path borders and dry stonewalls creating
a terrace garden overlooking the
magnificent bay.
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Highlights include: Stour Valley, Kinson
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Upper Gardens
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Did you know
Bournemouth has been
awarded a Purple Flag for
the evening and night time
period, like blue flags for beaches the
award is a comprehensive assessment of
every aspect of the town at night.
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ournemouth offers an
excellent array of evening
entertainment, from West End
shows and pop concerts to comedy
performances and dance productions.
And with wine bars, traditional pubs and
fantastic restaurants along the coastline
there is no shortage of places to gather
with your friends and family.
The Bournemouth International Centre
(BIC) hosts some of the biggest
names in entertainment, including
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Russell Howard, Miranda Hart, Russell
Watson, The Wanted, James Blunt,
Michael Bolton, Lee Evans, Riverdance,
Joan Rivers and Il Divo. For group
bookings of 10 or more call the Group
Booking Line on 01202 451865 or
visit: bic.co.uk
Bournemouth Pier
Pavilion Dance offers a variety of dance
classes to suit all tastes, from traditional
Indian dance to Hip Hop and Tap. They
also offer an impressive art house
entertainment programme including
world film nights and performances.
Bournemouth hotels also deliver a
fantastic evening’s entertainment from
ballroom dancing to murder mystery
and cocktail classes. Take a look at our
group accommodation section on page
28 for more information.
If it's cocktails you’re looking for, stylish
Bournemouth has an array of glamorous
cocktail bars for a sophisticated tippler. Or
why not check out the various wine bars,
traditional British pubs, comedy clubs,
casinos, cinemas, events and festivals?
Don’t forget to head out of town and visit
our coastal villages and inland suburbs
offering an evening of food delights and
international eating experiences.
The Pavilion Theatre and Ballroom is a
beautiful 1920s Art Deco building
providing an elegant and stylish setting
to any West End show, opera, ballet and
festive performance.
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Learn Something New
From learning a new dance
routine to mixing cocktails,
Bournemouth offers an
endless choice of activities
and interests just for you.
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Cultural Delights
Visit our historic house the
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery &
Museum, offering a varied
events programme throughout
the year, or be inspired by the
towns history and literary
connections from JRR Tolkien
to Mary Shelley and Robert
Louis Stevenson.
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Be Creative
Fire up your imagination on a
photographic or art master
class. Indulge your creative
desire from painting to knitting,
pottery or art.
Spa Days
Go and pamper yourself. Many
of Bournemouth’s hotels
include luxurious spas that offer
a selection of treatments and
packages guaranteed to
transport you to a tranquil world
of relaxation and revitalization.
Together
Sporting Delights
From golf and bowls to
watersports and outdoor
pursuits, Bournemouth and
the surrounding area host a
variety of outdoor activities.
Many of these offer group
rates and tailor made
experiences from novices to
the experienced.
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Enjoy the Sea Air
Simply relax and take in the
beautiful surroundings. Hire a
deck chair or beach hut and
enjoy a day on the beach.
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Walking
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Retail Therapy
With some of the most
stunning scenery and coastline
in the country, Bournemouth
and the surrounding area is a
haven for walkers of all abilities.
From gentle strolls through our
gardens to embracing coastal
walks, the choice is endless.
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Food Lovers
Whether its international
cuisine, fresh seafood, superb
locally sourced artisan food, the
great British fish & chips, or
Dorset cream teas, Bournemouth
offers something for everyone.
Peddle Power
From scenic flats to strenuous
hill rides, Bournemouth and the
surrounding area is a magnet
for cyclists.
Experience a vast array of
shopping delights all year
round in Bournemouth and our
coastal villages, from high
street chains to beautiful
boutiques, vintage shops and
antique stores.
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xplore beyond Bournemouth
and discover beautiful
countryside, picturesque towns
and villages and a wealth of attractions
and activities. See pages 18 - 27.
Christchurch is a must visit. It is a pretty
town with a quaint quay, independent
boutiques, intriguing deli’s and cosy
cafés, not to mention two rivers, two
Head inland and discover the
picturesque towns and villages of
Wimborne, Sherborne, Shaftsbury,
Dorchester and Wareham.
Visit the Jurassic Coastline and the Isle
of Purbeck. England’s first natural
World Heritage Site. Favourites include
Corfe Castle, Old Harry’s Rock’s,
Swanage, Weymouth,
Durdle Door and
Dancing Ledge. Hidden
Durdle Door
delights include Chesil
Beach, Portland,
Abbotsbury and many
more.
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Poole boasts the second largest natural
harbour in the world. Be charmed by the
cobbled streets or be tempted into the
water by the vast array of watersports on
offer. Many of Poole’s main activities and
attractions are positioned on the bustling
quayside, with a beautiful old town and
fascinating seafaring history waiting to
be explored. With convenient drop off
points and free coach parking; a visit to
Poole couldn’t be easier. For more
information visit pooletourism.com or
contact Poole Tourism on: 0845 234 5560.
Head north to Salisbury in Wiltshire and
step back in time to embrace its historic
past. Visit museums and historic houses
or marvel at the Gothic architecture of
Salisbury Cathedral.
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Beyond
The New Forest National Park will
delight you with bustling harbour towns,
picturesque forest villages and traditional
villages steeped in legends and folklore
that lead you right into the heart of the
forest. Literary connections include Alice
in Wonderland and Enid Blyton.
castles and a Priory. You’ll be spoilt for
choice.
Sandbanks, Poole*
Christchurch
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Images courtesy of *Sue Seiger **New Forest District Council
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Explore
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Discover
During your stay in Bournemouth,
discover the beautiful surrounding coast,
picturesque countryside and neighbouring
towns and villages. For an experience to
remember visit some of the fantastic
attractions and experiences on offer.
These are shown on the next few pages.
Paultons Park is a full of adventures and
delights for the younger visitor and is
also home to the UK’s only Peppa Pig
Theme Park, Peppa Pig World. Paultons
Park has over 60 rides and attractions to
experience and indoor and outdoor play
areas as well as many different animal
species there is plenty to see and do.
New ride for 2014 - the Victorian Double
Decker Carousel!
Visit the home of the world famous Poole
Pottery on Poole Quay, housing the largest
collection of Poole Pottery for sale in the
world. With live group demonstrations
where you can meet the Craftsmen who
will tell the secrets of how the beautiful
pottery is created! For the artists in the
group there is the opportunity to paint
your own pottery, a unique and
memorable souvenir from an inspiring visit.
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In the heart of the New Forest is Beaulieu
National Motor Museum, with a vast
selection of vehicles from the early 20th
century cars to modern rally cars! Discover
a wealth of history at Palace House, stroll
around its Gardens, and learn about the
monks who lived in Beaulieu Abbey. New
for 2014 is the Land Speed Record Gallery
showcasing some of the most famous
landspeed record vehicles.
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The historic Salisbury Cathedral is
England’s finest medieval cathedral. With
stunning Gothic architecture and
spectacular views of the town of Salisbury
and the surrounding countryside from its
spire – the tallest in Britain at 404ft. The
Cathedral also houses the best preserved
original copy of the important historical
document, Magna Carta (1215).
For a fun and fascinating day out be sure
to visit Monkey World. Located near
Wareham, this attraction is the largest
ape and monkey rescue centre in the
world. Home to over 250 primates of
more than 20 different species. Meet the
stars of the TV series “Monkey Life” and
monkey around in the south’s largest
great ape adventure play area.
The UK’s first multi-purpose Coastal
Activity Park will be arriving at Boscombe
seafront in Spring 2014. The zone starts
at Toft Steps extending eastwards
beyond Boscombe Pier, and will feature
a continuous choice of activities as well
as a multi-use sports area and national
events site - something for everyone, all
ages and of all level of fitness.
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Experience an outdoor gym trail,
climbing options, surfing, and stand-up
paddleboard training. For the first time,
swimmers will be able to snorkel the reef
and get up-close-and-personal with marine
life now populating it. Enjoy events such as
national sports championships, triathlons,
lifesaving events, concerts and much, much
more! For more information email:
CoastalActivityPark@bournemouth.gov.uk
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Sherborne Castle has been the Digby
family’s stately home since 1617. Built by
Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594, the castle
boasts many magnificent state rooms
with stunning art, furniture and porcelain,
and spectacular 42-acre gardens and
grounds. Visit Raleigh’s kitchen, see relics
from the Civil War and explore the
museum deep in the castle’s cellars.
Exbury Gardens is a magical woodland
garden found in the New Forest, with a
200 acre array of beautiful
rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, rare
trees and shrubs to delight visitors of all
ages. Take a relaxing stroll along the
river or sit back and enjoy the views of
the Garden on Exbury’s 1 ¼ mile circular
Steam Railway.
Discover Swanage Railway, the historical
and award-winning standard gauge
preserved steam railway located in
Dorset. Climb on board and experience a
unique journey through six miles of
beautiful scenery passing the magnificent
ruins of Corfe Castle. Enjoy steam and
diesel galas, family events, dining services
and the highly popular Santa Special trains.
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Representing the flying arm of the Royal
Navy, The Fleet Air Arm Museum will
change your perception of aircraft
museums. Home to Europe’s largest
collection of naval aircraft, including aircraft
of WW2 and modern Sea Harriers and
helicopters. Try the award-winning Aircraft
Carrier Experience or climb aboard the
first British built Concorde prototype.
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Haynes International Motor Museum,
houses the UK’s largest exhibition of the
greatest cars from around the world. At
this impressive venue, visitors can view
over 400 cars and bikes from nostalgic
classics of the 50s and 60s, glorious
Bentleys and Rolls Royce collections to
exciting super cars like the Jaguar XJ220.
The Tank Museum in Bovington brings
history to life with over 300 tanks to see in
five powerful exhibitions. Don’t miss the
‘Warhorse to Horsepower’ exhibit - new
for 2014! Visitors can also view the world’s
first ever tank, experience ‘tanks in action’
displays during the summer holidays and
ride on a tracked armoured personnel carrier!
A visit to Marwell Zoo provides an
opportunity to get close to the wonders
of the natural world and play a big part
in helping to save them. From ringtailed coatis to majestic giraffes, the
140-acre park is home to over 170
exotic and endangered species. Look
out for special group offers and
upcoming exhibits such as ‘Rise of the
Dinosaurs’ new for 2014.
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Rich in history and beauty, Athelhampton
House and Gardens is a stunning 15th
Century house boasting some of the
most breathtaking gardens in the area.
Take a river walk towards the ancient
Dovecote, enjoy many works and locally
inspired collections at The Marevna
Gallery, or venture to St Edwards church,
in the hamlet of Athelhampton, regularly
visited by Thomas Hardy.
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M3
Marwell Zoo
A33
A303
M3
WINCHESTER
A3090
A30
LYMINGTON
A337
N E W
F O R E S T
A31
M27
A36 ROMSEY
Paultons Park
Home of Peppa Pig World
A338
Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta
CHRISTCHURCH
RINGWOOD
A30
A338
SALISBURY
A303
BOURNEMOUTH
POOLE
A351
A350
WIMBORNE
MINSTER
WAREHAM
Jurassic Coast
(World Heritage Site)
The Tank
Museum
A31
Monkey World
A354
BLANDFORD
FORUM
A357
A350
A30
A36
The Great Dorset Steam Fair
(27th - 31st August 2014)
WARMINSTER
SHAFTESBURY
A303
Athelhampton
House and Gardens A35
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A354
A30
CERNE ABBAS
DORCHESTER
A37
A35
A361
Sherborne Castle and
Lakeside Gardens
SHERBORNE
Fleet Air Arm
Museum
Please note - details are subject to change
and we advise you check all details when
finalising any arrangements.
Jur
A3066
BRIDPORT
A30
A37
Haynes International
Motor Museum
A37
A361
SHEPTON
MALLET
A37
A303 YEOVIL
GLASTONBURY
ILMINSTER
A39
A39
With its stunning Bournemouth seafront
setting and wonderful collection of art,
curiosities and treasures from the travels
of Annie and Merton Russell-Cotes, the
spectacular Russell-Cotes Art Gallery &
Museum is a unique place to visit. It
holds collections of international status
and reflects the Victorian fascination with
world cultures.
LYME REGIS
M5
The Great Dorset Steam Fair is a five day
experience (Wed 27th-Sun 31st August
2014) and is widely recognised as the
leading event of its type in the world.
The show covers 600 acres with exhibits
including over 200 full size working
engines, commercial and army vehicles,
live music and one of the UK’s biggest
travelling modern funfairs.
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facilities and/or special requirements do
you need? What’s your planned budget?
Welcomes Groups
Riviera Hotel
MAP
K4
Russell Court Hotel
HOTEL
Your requirements will be sent that day
to a selection of hotels. If they have
availablity and satisfy your criteria they
will contact you directly. Then all you
have to do is choose which hotel you
would like to stay at leaving you plenty of
time to organise the other arrangements
for your group visit to Bournemouth.
Bournemouth offers a wide range of
accommodation for group organisers
and smaller groups visiting Bournemouth,
from chain and independent hotels to
family run establishments and guest
accommodation.
2 Alternatively refer to the
accommodation section of this guide.
This guide includes hotels that have a
quality grading and assessed by the AA
or QIT. Where no grading is included
these properties are not part of the
above grading schemes.
Need somewhere to stay?
The easy way to find your group
accommodation.
If you are planning a group stay in
Bournemouth, you can take advantage
of our FREE group accommodation
service, which will save you time and
effort.
Prices quoted are intended as a guideline only for 2014
and have been provided by the establishments and
could be subject to change.
Selecting your accommodation
To help you select accommodation
appropriate to your requirements you
are advised to read the information on
the following pages.
1 Telephone us on 0845 051 1700 or
email us at info@bournemouth.gov.uk
and ask for the Group Accommodation
Service. We will then ask you the
following questions: When do you want
to visit? How many are in your group?
What type of group are you? What
Please note, while details in the brochure are believed
to be correct, changes can and do occur so you are
strongly advised to confirm all information prior to
booking. Bournemouth Tourism cannot accept any
responsibility for errors, omissions or changes.
MAP
J6
HOTEL
Burnaby Road, Alum Chine, Bournemouth BH4 8JF
Tel: 01202 763653 Fax: 01202 768422
Bath Road, Bournemouth BH1 2EP
Tel: 01202 295819 Fax: 01202 293457
Situated in the quiet area of Alum Chine in
Bournemouth, The Riviera Hotel is an excellent base
for group holidays to explore the Dorset area. We
offer panoramic sea views across the bay, indoor
leisure club, friendly service from attentive staff and
superb food. Packages tailored to suit all groups. For
more information please call Sam on 01202 763653.
Situated in the centre of Bournemouth within easy
walking distance of the sandy beaches, major shops,
theatres, gardens and Russell-Cotes Art Gallery &
Museum. Dedicated Group Sales Manager to assist with
your booking. All rooms recently refurbished to a high
standard and are en-suite. Russell Court Hotel offers
excellent service and cuisine. Open throughout the year.
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sam.styles@rivierabournemouth.co.uk
rivierabournemouth.co.uk
The Suncliff Hotel
MAP
J7
PPPN BB £20 - £35 HB £25 - £40
A, B:40, D:60, E, F, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q
info@russellcourthotel.com
russellcourthotel.com
Mount Stuart Hotel
MAP
J5
HOTEL
East Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth BH1 3AG
Tel: 01202 298350 Fax: 01202 208620
31 Tregonwell Road, Bournemouth BH2 5NT
Tel: 01202 554639 Fax: 01202 554639
Part of the Oceana Hotels Group, situated on the
prestigious East Overcliff, a short walk from beach
and town centre. Dedicated Group Sales manager
to assist with your booking. Full indoor leisure facilities;
swimming pool, sauna, squash courts, day spa and
evening entertainment. Conference and function
rooms available to suit any event or party.
Newly refurbished, friendly, character hotel ideally
situated in the town centre within a five minute walk
to conference centre and beaches.
We specialise in stag/hen groups, sports groups,
school trips, college groups and overseas students.
Up to 50/55 people. Licensed bar, outdoor terrace.
Free Wi-Fi and car park.
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West Cliff & Central West
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East Cliff & Central East
PPPN BB £20 - £70 HB £30 - £90
A, B:75, C:15, D:114, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, P, Q
groups@oceanahotels.co.uk
oceanahotels.co.uk
PPPN BB £25 - £45 HB £30 - £50
B:16, C:6, D:17, F, L, Q
enquiries@mountstuarthotel.co.uk
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Manchester Hotel
MAP
J5
Hotel Riviera
MAP
J5
Burley Court Hotel
MAP
H7
Bourne Hall
HOTEL
HOTEL
MAP
J5
HOTEL
56 St Michael’s Road, Bournemouth BH2 5EB
Tel: 01202 553333
West Cliff Gardens, Bournemouth BH2 5HL
Tel: 01202 552845 Fax: 01202 317717
29 Bath Road, Bournemouth BH1 2NP
Tel: 01202 552824 Fax: 01202 298514
14 Priory Road, Bournemouth BH2 5DN
Tel: 01202 299715 Fax: 01202 552669
Ideal location for both sea and town centre. Private
groups and coach parties most welcome. Parking
facilities for coaches and cars. Large ballroom,
regular entertainment. Friendly atmosphere. Choice
of meals. Twenty four hour reception. En-suite rooms,
tea/coffee making facilities. Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
For further information contact 01202 553333.
Warm friendly hotel offering excellent standard of
accommodation, with large groups welcome.
Centrally located on favoured West Cliff within
minutes walk to beaches, shops, Bournemouth
International Centre and main amenities. Open
Christmas and New Year. Beer garden and cream
teas available in our picturesque location.
Family run and personally supervised for over 60
years. Centrally located on Bath Road with bus stop
to all local routes at the front of the hotel. The BIC,
theatres, town centre and seafront are only a ten
minute walk. The hotel and facilities are on ground
level as is our larger car park which is free for our
customers. All groups catered for.
Under new management, this family run 47 bedroomed
hotel provides a comfortable and welcoming
atmosphere for both returning customers and those
choosing Bourne Hall for the first time. Within a short
walking distance from the hotel is the BIC, sandy beaches
and beautiful gardens, making all of the attractions
Bournemouth offers accessible from our hotel.
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A, B:22, C:15, D:95, E, F, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q
enq@manchesterhotel.co.uk
manchesterhotel.co.uk
Hotel Collingwood
MAP
J5
PPPN BB £30 - £40 HB £40 - £50
A, B:22, C:4, D:34, E, F, I, J, K, L, M
info@hotel-riviera.co.uk
hotel-riviera.co.uk
Cottonwood Boutique Hotel
MAP
J7
PPPN BB £25 - £55 HB £35 - £65
A, B:40, C:4, D:38, E, F, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q
info@burleycourthotel.co.uk
burleycourthotel.co.uk
Whitehall Hotel
MAP
J6
PPPN BB £20 - £50 HB £20 - £50
A, B:37, C:5, D:47, E, F, H, I, J, L, P, Q
info@bournehall.co.uk
bournehall.co.uk
Elstead Hotel
MAP
H7
HOTEL
HOTEL
11-13 Priory Road, Bournemouth BH2 5DF
Tel: 01202 557575 Fax: 01202 293219
East Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth BH1 3AP
Tel: 01202 553183 Fax: 01202 292883
Exeter Park Road, Bournemouth BH2 5AX
Tel: 01202 554682 Fax: 01202 292637
12-14 Knyveton Road, Bournemouth BH1 3QP
Tel: 01202 293071 Fax: 01202 293827
Family run hotel with a high standard of service situated
on the West Cliff close to sea, shops, and BIC. Superb
restaurant - 5 courses, choice of menu. Indoor pool,
whirlpool, sauna, steam room, gym. Evening
entertainment, Ballroom with 1200sqft maple semi
sprung dance floor ideal for sequence, ballroom, line
dancing and indoor bowls. Guaranteed parking.
This stylish and intimate boutique hotel is located on
Bournemouth’s East Cliff, with breath-taking
panoramic sea views, just metres from the cliff top.
The 30 bedroom hotel retains the original character
and elegance of the original Edwardian villa,
combined with contemporary chic & decadence
for a perfectly relaxing stay. Free parking.
The award-winning Whitehall Hotel has a superb
location with direct traffic-free access to the beach,
entertainment and shops. Great for groups with 46
bedrooms (12 singles no supplement), traditional home
cooking and spacious rooms for entertainment and
meetings. Specialising in group holidays including bowls,
bridge, golf, walking and turkey and tinsel.
50 Bedroom 3* Hotel, situated in a tree lined avenue
within walking distance from the Rail/Coach Station.
Town and beach a 10 minute walk. Complimentary
car parking for cars and coaches. Indoor swimming
pool, gym, sauna and steamroom. Hotel suitable for
guests with a disability. Xmas/New Year Programme
available. No supplement for our single rooms.
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PPPN BB £30 - £54 HB £35 - £59
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info@hotel-collingwood.co.uk
hotel-collingwood.co.uk
bournemouth.co.uk/lovegroups
PPPN BB £25 - £40 HB £35 - £50
A, B:30, C:4, D:30, E, F, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P
reservations@quantumhotelgroup.co.uk
cottonwoodboutique.co.uk
PPPN BB £32 - £56 HB £36 - £60
A, B:25, C:3, D:46, E, F, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O
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info@the-elstead.co.uk
the-elstead.co.uk
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*All locations are approximate.
Park
5
Pavilion Theatre
& Pavilion Dance
PLEASE SEE PAGE 35
FOR DETAILS
Situated on the South Coast of
England in the picturesque
county of Dorset, Bournemouth
is an award-winning town.
With seven miles of beautiful
beaches, 2000 acres of parks
and gardens and a host of
festivals and events
throughout the year, there is
always something to do.
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Alum Chine & Westbourne
At Alum Chine, discover
Green Flag Tropical Gardens,
amenities, golden sand and
glistening sea. The quaint
coastal village of Westbourne
offers a range of exclusive
shops, charming boutiques,
coffee houses and
restaurants.
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West Cliff & Central West
Here you’ll find easy access to
Bournemouth’s town centre
shops, restaurants, bars,
theatres and the
Bournemouth International
Centre. A short stroll away
you’ll find stunning beaches,
award-winning gardens, and
the impressive pier.
East Cliff & Central East
Bournemouth’s East Cliff
boasts the historic RussellCotes Art Gallery & Museum
overlooking the bay. For those
keen to explore, rail, coach
and bus facilities are located
Central East - a perfect base
for travelling in and around
Dorset.
Boscombe
Boscombe beach offers
watersports galore; learn to
surf, hire a kayak or paddle
board. New for 2014, this area
will be home to the UK’s first
multi-purpose Coastal Activity
Park (spring 2014). A short walk
from the shoreline, are the
beautiful Boscombe Chine
Gardens.
Southbourne
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere
of Southbourne, quiet
beaches, unspoilt natural
countryside and views of
Hengistbury Head. New for
2014: visit the Hengistbury
Head Visitor and Education
Centre, due to open February
2014.
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Coach
Parking
Bournemouth
Getting Here....
Train and coach
Arriving at Bournemouth Station
by train or coach, you can take a
local taxi or bus or you can take
a leisurely stroll into the town
centre (20 mins). If you need
help or require further information on
Bournemouth, drop into the ‘Transport
Information Office’ located next to the
National Express Office opposite the train
station near Asda.
Car
With good motorway and ‘A’
road links, arriving in
Bournemouth by car is simple. You have
a choice of pay and display car parks
throughout the town and along the
seven mile coastline. Visit:
bournemouth.gov.uk/parking.
Plane
Bournemouth Airport is only
seven miles from Bournemouth
Town Centre. Travel options include local
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taxis or a scheduled airport bus service.
Getting About
Once in Bournemouth there are
plenty of different ways to travel
around the area. Local buses, land trains
along the beach, walking, taxis, guided
tours, cycle routes and sea trips along
the coastline will help you discover the
resort and the beautiful surrounding area
at your leisure.
Visit: bournemouth.co.uk/gettinghere
for more maps and detailed information.
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On arrival to Bournemouth
make your first stop the Tourist
Information Centre, located on
Westover Road in the town centre. The
highly trained, dedicated team of staff
are on hand to make the most of your
visit to Bournemouth. Pick up your free
town centre maps, mini guide, and
information on what to do and see,
eating out, day trips and events.
Tel: 0845 051 1700.
Queens Road Car / Coach Park (BH2 6BE)
This is a small car / coach park situated
just off the A338 Wessex Way,
approximately 3/4 of a mile from the town
centre. Nearest toilet 10 minute walk
away. Close to bus routes to town centre.
Kings Park Car / Coach Park (BH7 7AF)
Adjacent to Bournemouth Football
Ground, Dean Park, Boscombe.
Approximately two miles from the town
centre. Please refer to the tariff boards
for current charges.
Bournemouth Rail and Coach Station
(BH8 8DN)
Situated just off the A338 Wessex Way.
Off-street loading and unloading bays for
visiting coaches. Staffed daily including
weekends and public holidays 8am 5pm. Accommodates up to three
visiting coaches at any one time. Prior
notice is always welcome especially if
bringing more than one coach. The
maximum stop is 45 minutes for which
the fee is £3.00, paid in cash by casual
users - account facilities are available for
frequent users.
restaurant. The nearby petrol station is
open 24 hours and has a mini market.
For more information please telephone
Steve or Jim the resident managers on
Tel: 01202 317581. Long stay coach
parking is available at Kings Park or
Queens Road.
Coach Drop off Points for
Bournemouth Centre
(Maximum stay 15 minutes) Toilet facilities
available next to the Tourist Information
Centre and Bournemouth Pier.
Bournemouth International Centre (BIC)
Located in the bus lay-by opposite the
BIC. Less than five minutes walk to the
shops, seafront and pier.
Exeter Road Extension
Bus lay-by and taxi rank near the BIC.
Less than five minutes walk to the shops,
seafront and pier.
Westover Road
Outside the Pavilion Theatre on
Westover Road. Less than five minutes
walk to the shops, seafront and pier.
Further Information
T: 01202 454721, 01202 451268
(24hr answer phone)
E: parkingshop@bournemouth.gov.uk
W: bournemouth.gov.uk/parking
Facilities include onsite café, toilets
during usual working hours, taxi rank,
train station, buses to town centre; ASDA
superstore includes a McDonald’s
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