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Bournemouth & District Local Guide

Your guide to Bournemouth, from the beach to the neighbourhoods

Discover Bournemouth beyond the beach, from Westbourne and Winton to Boscombe and Southbourne, with local shopping, days out and community contacts.

Artist's impression of St Peter's Church and its tree-lined churchyard in Bournemouth
The town

About Bournemouth and its neighbourhoods

Find your bearings between the beach, gardens and the distinct neighbourhoods where Bournemouth shops, works and meets.

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Artist's impression of a representative walk through Bournemouth's gardens beside the Bourne Stream, not an exact surveyed viewpoint
Things to do

Things to do in Bournemouth, beyond the beach

Make a day of the gardens, coastal walks, local arts and neighbourhood stops, with room to follow your own interests.

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Artist's impression of representative Bournemouth community volunteers preparing a hall event, not real named people or premises
Community

Useful community contacts in Bournemouth

Find the right council, library, community venue or local activity across Bournemouth and its neighbourhoods.

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Artist's impression of a representative Westbourne book and gift shop, not an actual named premises
Shopping

Shopping in Bournemouth, from the centre to the neighbourhoods

Explore central shopping streets, Westbourne, Winton, Boscombe and Southbourne, with ideas for finding local independents.

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Artist's impression of a representative Bournemouth bicycle workshop owner preparing a listing, not a real named trader or workshop
Local business

Where to list and promote your Bournemouth business

Choose useful local directories and business networks, and build a clear listing that helps nearby customers contact you.

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