Southbourne
Southbourne, or Sobo as its affectionately known to locals, is a little over 3 miles to the West of Bournemouth town centre and can be reached by car, regular public transport or by foot along the promenades golden sandy beaches. A bustling and thriving coastal suburb which has plenty to offer, including award-winning eateries such as Dickies, Makla and the Larder house, lively bars and a range of independent shops.
Christchurch
Christchurch sits at the confluence of two rivers – the Avon and the Stour. Research indicates it began as an early Saxon settlement originally known as Tweoxneam (Twynham) from Old English meaning between two rivers. The name we know the town by today came into use after the construction of the Priory in 1094. Still standing today, it is one of the largest churches in England and one of the few monastery Churches to have survived Henry VIII’s rule. During the Middle Ages Christchurch saw a...
Highcliffe
Highcliffe-On-Sea's attractive coastline, with its panoramic views of the Isle of Wight to the east and Bournemouth to the west is just a few minutes walk from the village centre. The unspoilt beaches are great for watersports, swimming and body-boarding or for just lazing around, and can be accessed through a series of zig-zag paths from the large cliff top car park. The 2.4 mile Christchurch Coastal Path extends from Highcliffe cliff top to Highcliffe Castle (a magnificent Grade 1 listed...
Bransgore
Bransgore is a picturesque village, just over four miles North East of Christchurch and the coast. Sat on the Western edge of The New Forest National Park, visitors and locals have the choice between the peace and tranquillity of the New Forest on their doorstep and golden sandy beaches less than a 10 minute drive to the south. Bransgore parish is large, taking in the neighbouring village of Thorney Hill, and the scattered hamlets of Waterditch, Hinton, Neacroft, Ripley and Godwinscroft. The...