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The 5 Best Beaches in Bournemouth, England
Bournemouth’s seven miles of beach and exceptionally warm microclimate make it a favorite of U.K. travelers. There’s something for everyone here, whether you’re a watersports fanatic (try surfing lessons!) or just want to let your kids splash around in the calm waters. For a traditional Bournemouth vacation, rent a classic beach hut.
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1. Bournemouth Beach
2. Hengistbury Head Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,283 reviews
Reviewed By BillS3851 - Swindon, United Kingdom
Must go here, amazing coastal view and amazing walk, land train that my granddaughter loved , when we come to Bournemouth next will be making a trip back here
3. Alum Chine Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 406 reviews
Reviewed By xxxxsarahxxx
Stunning beach with lovely views. Very clean, has car park literally on beach however gets very busy. Toilet facilities as well as ice cream kiosks etc. Perfect place to spend the day Or you can walk along to the next beach going towards Bournemouth or sandbanks.
4. Southbourne Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By Johnfrisbee - Christchurch, United Kingdom
Loved our stroll along Southbourne beach and promenade in the sun this week. Both prom and beach are wide, clean and traffic-free. It was lovely watching the dogs enjoying their walkies too, with owners being very responsible, clearing up any mess. (Dog restrictions do appply, especially in the summer.) There are benches and other seating all the way along the prom, occasional toilets, plus 3 or 4 cafés, if you include the Boscome Pier end. So it's not as commercialised as Bournemouth and Boscombe beaches. Most cyclists rode well: the prom is for cyclists as well as walkers, with pedestrians having right of way. But several were cycling well over the 10mph limit, which is pretty reckless, bearing in mind there are children around. I'm a cyclist, and sooner or later, accidents will mount up, with the few uncaring cyclists spoiling things for the rest of us. I've cycled along the prom for 30 years, always aware of others, and dismounting if the prom is busy. How about spot fines for speeders, before we all get banned? My wife and I had to move swiftly out of the way 3 times, to avoid being hit by speeding, determined cyclists. Most were very sensible and polite though. Access to the prom is from the Boscombe pier area to the West, and via several sets of steps and "zig-zags" along its length. The beach is fine, golden sand - we love playing Frisbee here, if the beach is not too busy. It's far less crowded than Bournemouth's other beaches. A great place for a stroll - walk back along thd cliff top for great views across the Bay, and to the Isle of Wight. Fantastic!
5. Mudeford Sandbank Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Himanme
This is a beautiful beach, wonderful views and when we visited had lots of children playing. Unfortunately we noted a couple of dog owners allowing their dogs to foul the beach and not remove it. Shame on you I say. You people spoil it for responsible owners. There was an excellent cafe on the beach, which made the best cup of tea ever....so obliging, and very clean. Excellent value too.
