Guide to the South Coast (Bournmouth)



Guide to South Coast - Bournemouth
With seven miles of golden sands and sparkling sea, the vibrant cosmopolitan town of Bournemouth has it all - a vast variety of shops and restaurants, buzzing nightlife and endless countryside with beautiful award-winning gardens and water sports galore.


Experience a taste of the continent on the south coast of England. Nestled in a sheltered bay, Bournemouth's seven miles of safe, sun-kissed beaches are perfect if you dream about long, lazy days by the sea.

Look beyond the award-winning golden sands and you'll soon fall in love with the acres of beautiful gardens, top attractions, buzzing nightlife, breathtaking surrounding countryside and welcoming hospitality that attract both the young and young at heart!

Try your hand at wake boarding, surfing or kayaking, or join a game of beach volleyball. Discover the mysteries of the deep at the Oceanarium or step back in time at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum.

After a full day's sightseeing and activity, unwind in an alfresco coffee shop or stroll through the delightful tranquility of over 2000 acres of Victorian parks and gardens. At night, the town shimmers with glittering entertainment and star-studded West End shows.

Shopoholics will be in paradise...Victorian arcades, modern boutiques, unique gift shops, antique treasure troves and high street stores all rub shoulders on the streets of Bournemouth. The spiritual and relaxing courtyards and enclaves, swathes of gardens with benches make it a pleasurable shopping experience if you're ready to shop 'til you drop! The Castlepoint complex to the north of the town completes this shoppers' paradise, with many big names stores under one roof.

When the time comes to recharge your batteries, you'll have difficulty choosing between the mouth-watering array of global cuisine on offer in the town's 250 restaurants and bistros. Whether you want Chinese, Italian or traditional fish and chips, Bournemouth has it all. And not only that, but you can enjoy dining out while being surrounded by gorgeous countryside, fabulous beaches or the historic town centre.

If you'd rather people-watch over a drink, there are plenty of contemporary bars and nightclubs peppered throughout the town centre where you can chill out or dance into the night. Bournemouth is on the tour circuit for many top bands and International DJs and with a late night capacity of over 20,000, the numerous bars and clubs in the region cater for every music taste from jazz to RnB.

We have many hotels in Bournemouth available, ranging from 2 to 5 star accommodation, so whatever you are looking for...Bournemouth is the perfect place for a breakaway.


Hotelshop also have a fantastic selection of hotels on the South Coast of England and the surrounding area. Take a relaxing beach break in Bournemouth, a city break in Brighton or Southampton or perhaps a trip to the Island of Jersey. So, click here to view our selection of hotels in the surrounding South Coast area.