Welcome to Christchurch

Welcome to Christchurch: an historic town with glistening golden sands on one side and the green vistas of the New Forest on the other.

We all want that holiday feeling. You know the one. That feeling that you're somewhere else, away from the daily grind, able to truly relax.

It’s the feeling of the first cold drink in the bar after a hot day in the sun.  The feeling of watching the kids having fun on the beach while you lie back with a good book, the sand warm between your toes. The feeling of your heart pumping as you climb a hill, an expanse of blue sky above you, lush grass beneath your feet. It’s the feeling of adrenaline pumping as you race across the bay, wind in your sail, cycle the forest paths, or dance the night away.

It feels like knowing you can lie in tomorrow, feels like being together, feels like you at your best. All the feelings of your best holiday ever. Find them in Christchurch.

The Saxon town of Christchurch is peacefully placed between two rivers and home to the largest parish church in England. Cobbled streets lead to the historic ruins of the town’s castle overlooking the river while beautiful parks and glades open to life upon the water at the quayside.  From high-adrenaline water sports such as windsurfing and kayaking to leisurely boat trips or paddle-boarding, the idyllic harbour can be enjoyed by all.

This pretty bijou town boasts a thriving high street; a weekly open-air market and a mix of independent boutiques and shops including a choice of exciting and welcoming eateries.

If you are looking for some new ideas or inspiration to plan your perfect break, take a look at our Things To Do pages showcasing exciting and interesting places to visit, things to see and do for all the family, whatever the weather. We're an eventful destination all year round. If adventure and thrills is your thing our coastline and surrounding countryside offers some excellent and exciting watersports (if you're hardy!) and land-based activities.

If you’re planning a visit to the waterside, seafront or quay download the Beach Check App. We want you to have the best experience when visiting our beautiful beaches on the south coast, so we have created an interactive map and mobile application which helps you to pick your spot - why not discover a new place for a stroll? Every day is a good day to be beside the seaside. Admire the natural beauty as the spring sun shimmers on the water and the waves gently break on the sand. Aaah it’s amazing to be at the seaside!

Christchurch prides itself on its cuisine so treat you and your family to a memorable dining experience… book a table at one of our fabulous restaurants with fantastic fish and seafood eateries to small independent bistros, cafes, and bars.

Looking for somewhere to stay? … Don’t forget to book ahead as even in spring great places soon fill up …. Christchurch and the surrounding area offer a superb selection of accommodation choices for all, from luxury hotels, to family run B&B’s and guesthouses, unique self-catering properties and family caravan and campsites.

If you would like more information on Christchurch, why not take a look at some of the other popular pages on bournemouth.co.uk – what’s on, visitor information, travel information, entertainment, shopping, Beaches, Mudeford Quay, New Forest.

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