Bev's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Accessible only by lovely walk/Land train from Hengistbury Head or ferry boat from Mudeford Quay or longer boat ride from Christchurch.
36 locals recommend
Mudeford Sandbank
Accessible only by lovely walk/Land train from Hengistbury Head or ferry boat from Mudeford Quay or longer boat ride from Christchurch.
The beaches are stunning along this expensive peninsula. Beach on one side and shallow part of Poole harbour on the other, where you can hire waters ports equiptment. There's a ferry from here which takes you to Studland beaches, which are more natural, run by the National Trust.
121 locals recommend
Sandbanks Beach
Banks RoadThe beaches are stunning along this expensive peninsula. Beach on one side and shallow part of Poole harbour on the other, where you can hire waters ports equiptment. There's a ferry from here which takes you to Studland beaches, which are more natural, run by the National Trust.
Activity
Great place to hire windsurf paddle board kyak ect..
Lots of lovely walks and cycle(hire) routes. Great tree top trail. Try out segway, Go Ape, miniture steam train, lake and children's play areas.
262 locals recommend
Moors Valley Country Park and Forest
Horton RoadLots of lovely walks and cycle(hire) routes. Great tree top trail. Try out segway, Go Ape, miniture steam train, lake and children's play areas.
Here you can hire paddle boards, kyaks windsurfers ect. Ideal for beginners in this safe shallow harbour. There is a small pub, Fish stall, cafe, picnic area, boat trips and ferry over to Mudeford Spit. The best part are the amazing sunsets looking over towards Christchurch Priory, just stunning.
17 locals recommend
Mudeford Quay Car Park
Here you can hire paddle boards, kyaks windsurfers ect. Ideal for beginners in this safe shallow harbour. There is a small pub, Fish stall, cafe, picnic area, boat trips and ferry over to Mudeford Spit. The best part are the amazing sunsets looking over towards Christchurch Priory, just stunning.
Dry ski run, ringos and sledges, cafe bar and ski shop.
49 locals recommend
Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre & Snowsports Shop
Matchams LaneDry ski run, ringos and sledges, cafe bar and ski shop.
Just a walk away from our house. There's a nice cafe overlooking the green. I believe you can pay and play.
10 locals recommend
Queens Park Golf Course
Queens Park West DriveJust a walk away from our house. There's a nice cafe overlooking the green. I believe you can pay and play.
Great fun dinasaur themed mini golf, fun for adults as well as kids, driving range, pay and play, They have a lovely sit in or outside cafe and bar called Kitchen Club. Great food too.
Playgolf Bournemouth
Riverside AvenueGreat fun dinasaur themed mini golf, fun for adults as well as kids, driving range, pay and play, They have a lovely sit in or outside cafe and bar called Kitchen Club. Great food too.
Lots to do if it rains, cinemas, indoor mini golf, lots of food outlets, right in the town centre for shopping.
63 locals recommend
Odeon Bournemouth BH2
Exeter CrescentLots to do if it rains, cinemas, indoor mini golf, lots of food outlets, right in the town centre for shopping.
Loads of shows and events. Close to the beach. There's a multistory car park also.
101 locals recommend
Bournemouth International Centre
Exeter RoadLoads of shows and events. Close to the beach. There's a multistory car park also.
It's a 15min walk away from our house. Swimming pool, gym, sports facility, exercise classes and more.
10 locals recommend
BH Live Active, Littledown
ChasesideIt's a 15min walk away from our house. Swimming pool, gym, sports facility, exercise classes and more.
Great place to try out paddle boarding, kyaking, windsurfing, ect.. In the safe harbour from Mudeford Quay.
14 locals recommend
ShoreSports
Great place to try out paddle boarding, kyaking, windsurfing, ect.. In the safe harbour from Mudeford Quay.
Neighbourhoods
Christchurch has it all. I dependant cafés and bars.Market on Mondays. Historic Priory. Stroll along the Riverside. Here you can hire a boat or take a boat trip to Mudeford spit. If your lucky you may see the horses wading in the water along the rivers edge. Oh and look out for the Hippo.
198 locals recommend
Christchurch
Christchurch has it all. I dependant cafés and bars.Market on Mondays. Historic Priory. Stroll along the Riverside. Here you can hire a boat or take a boat trip to Mudeford spit. If your lucky you may see the horses wading in the water along the rivers edge. Oh and look out for the Hippo.
Lots of independent cafes and bars. Leads to the beach via Fisherman's walk.
46 locals recommend
Brewhouse & Kitchen - Southbourne
147 Parkwood RdLots of independent cafes and bars. Leads to the beach via Fisherman's walk.
Independent shops, cafes and bars. Victorian arcade and Great fish and chips from Chez Fred's. There are car parks here, but you may be lucky and get a space free on the surrounding roads. Closest beach is Alum Chine where there is a small car park.
62 locals recommend
Westbourne
Independent shops, cafes and bars. Victorian arcade and Great fish and chips from Chez Fred's. There are car parks here, but you may be lucky and get a space free on the surrounding roads. Closest beach is Alum Chine where there is a small car park.
Closest beach to us. Safe swimming, surfing, Harvester, Urban reef cafes on the beach and Pier.
60 locals recommend
Boscombe Pier
2494 Undercliff DrClosest beach to us. Safe swimming, surfing, Harvester, Urban reef cafes on the beach and Pier.
Old Town with lots of history, pirates being one. You can take boat trips here. Recommend the sea safari fast rib, but of course there are some more sedate trips too. Great if you want to do a fishing boat trip.
110 locals recommend
Poole Quay
The QuayOld Town with lots of history, pirates being one. You can take boat trips here. Recommend the sea safari fast rib, but of course there are some more sedate trips too. Great if you want to do a fishing boat trip.
Food Scene
Sobo Beach
Southbourne Coast RoadUnusual place to eat or drink right on the beach.
Darcy's Bar & Kitchen
1089 Christchurch RoadWithin walking distance (25 min) small but lovely atmosphere
The Cooper Dean
700 Castle Ln W20 min walk away. Great for steaks and grill. Salad bar.
Toby Carvery Cooper Dean
25 min walk great for Carvery and a drink.
25 min walk.Love going here, very friendly Indian restaurant and takeaway. No alcohol is served here, but they are happy for you to take your own. (shops close by if you need to buy)
Forest Spice
1158 Christchurch Rd25 min walk.Love going here, very friendly Indian restaurant and takeaway. No alcohol is served here, but they are happy for you to take your own. (shops close by if you need to buy)
15 min walk. There is a really nice sports bar with veranda. Reasonable prices too. I would check out opening times though it may close early.
10 locals recommend
BH Live Active, Littledown
Chaseside15 min walk. There is a really nice sports bar with veranda. Reasonable prices too. I would check out opening times though it may close early.
City advice
Getting around
Beryl bikes and scooters
Pay by minute ride. Great if you don't want to try and find a parking space near the beach. Download the Beryl App.
Getting around
Check out morebus for the latest bus timetables
The nearest bus stop is a 6 minute walk away. Which takes you into Christchurch or Bournemouth, however this is only runs every hour. A further 5 minute walk to the Queens Park Hotel stop will give you a more frequent service.
Getting around
United Taxi
Easy number to remember. Let them know our entrance and Driveway is on Harewood Crescent.