Valentines Itinerary

A view of the Bournemouth & Poole coastline from Hengistbury Head to Sandbanks

Discover, explore and be inspired by our 10 miles of beautiful coastline! Beneath the magnificent cliffs, you'll find Bournemouth and Poole's 10 miles of award-winning beaches, from Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve in the East all the way across to Sandbanks in the West. Please note: This version should work with Google Chrome.

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Paul And The Dame At The Jetty web.

Mudeford Ferry

The Mudeford Ferry operates between Mudeford Quay and the Beach at Mudeford Sandbank approximately…

Aerial photo of Mudeford Sandspit facing North East.

Mudeford Sandbank

Mudeford Sandspit in a stretch of sandbanks that extends East from Hengistbury head towards…

The quay in bright daylight with the bandstand at the side.

Christchurch Quay

Christchurch Quay is located south of the town centre on the banks of the river stour.

Christchurch Harbour and Quay in Dorset, next to the Stour Valley Way

Stour Valley Way

The Stour Valley Way is a 64 mile, long distance walk that follows the River Stour from its source…

sandy beach, beach, blue sky, cliff side, cliffs, beach grass

Hengistbury Head Beach

Hengistbury Head is a relatively unspoilt beach, consistently featuring in the annual TripAdvisor…

Beryl bikes outside on the street, with view of the sea in the background

Beryl

Beryl Bike share is now available in Christchurch. You can hire the bikes and and get riding…

Inflatable ball floating in clear water.

Quomps Splashpark

The Quomps Splash Pool and Play Park in Christchurch is an ideal place to spend a hot day cooling…

Steamer Point nature reserve from above with the beach below.

Steamer Point Nature Reserve

Steamer Point is a 24 acre cliff top designated local nature reserve situated between Highcliffe…

Tubes feeding into splashdown pool from the outside

Splashdown Poole

Roaringly good welcome awaits those who dare to enter the lair of the resident Dragon; or plunge…

ramsdown forest at sunset

Ramsdown

Ramsdown is an area of scenic walks through heathlands and coniferous forest. It is the perfect…

Wide shot of the beautiful bloom and lake at Compton Acres Japanese Garden

Compton Acres

Enjoy over 10 acres of horticultural heaven with spectacular themed gardens, relax in the charming…

Lady pressing button to illuminate globe

Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre

A day at Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve is truly a great day out, even outside of the summer. It…

Solent Meads Golf Club

Solent Meads Golf Club

Play golf in Bournemouth at Solent Meads Golf Centre. The facility is open to the public all year…

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  1. Overhead shot of the stunning smugglers crazy golf with Bournemouth beach and pier in the background

    Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf

    Bournemouth

    Welcome to a world of golf, fun and natural wonder!  

  2. Friars Cliff Beach Huts view west towards Mudeford and Bournemouth.

    Friars Cliff Beach

    Christchurch

    Shingle and sand beaches ideal for families. Magnificent views of the Isle of Wight and Christchurch Bay. A short walk from the cliff top nature reserve at Steamer Point.

  3. Christchurch Rowing Club

    Christchurch Rowing Club

    Christchurch

    Christchurch Rowing Club is a competitive sports club providing comprehensive rowing facilities. Individuals of all ages and abilities can achieve their potential at whatever level of the sport they choose in a safe and secure environment.

  4. Mude Valley

    Mude Valley

    Mudeford, CHRISTCHURCH

    An urban wildlife corridor made up of Mudeford and Peregrine Woods, including a variety of natural habitats - woodland, grassland, the river and associated wetlands. It includes amenity areas and is surrounded by extensive urban development. The…

  5. Sandbanks Mini Golf Logo

    Sandbanks Mini Golf

    Poole

    If you think you’ve got what it takes then come and test yourself at Sandbanks Mini Golf, the South Coast’s best mini golf course, right next to one of Europe’s best beaches!

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    Price £6.30 to £31.50 Per Ticket
  6. Out the front of Red House Museum located in Christchurch Dorset

    Red House Museum

    Christchurch

    A former Georgian workhouse, the Red House is now a museum exploring the story of Christchurch from before the Ice Age to modern times.

  7. AFC Bournemouth Players Celebrating

    AFC Bournemouth

    Dean Court, Kings Park Drive, Bournemouth

    AFC Bournemouth are a professional football club, formed in 1899, currently playing in the Premier League – the top tier of English Football. They are based at Vitality Stadium.

  8. Painted lady butterfly at New Meadows Nature Reserve

    Nea Meadows Nature Reserve

    Highcliffe, CHRISTCHURCH

    A small quiet Local Nature Reserve (LNR) which has a lake, wildlife pond, woodland and two wildflower meadows with over two hundred and fifty species of flower.

  9. Historic Mill located next to Chrischurch Quay

    Place Mill

    Christchurch

    Place Mill is a heritage Mill, situated on the Quomps, Christchurch Quay. It is one of the key heritage sites in Christchurch, alongside Christchurch Castle, the Norman House, and the Priory.

  10. Close up stunning white Terrier on Bournemouth beach

    Dog Friendly Zones

    Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

    Here’s some information about where your four-legged friends can stretch their legs and how to make their visit to Christchurch as enjoyable as possible.

  11. Tutton's Well

    Tutton's Well

    Stanpit, CHRISTCHURCH

    The oldest link to antiquity which the town possessed, the ‘constant never-failing stream of water of uncommon purity’ which erupted here was renowned for its medicinal virtues, especially for eyes, and hawked as The Christchurch Elixir.

  12. Stour Valley nature reserve sign

    Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre

    Bournemouth

    Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre is the gateway to the Stour Valley Nature Reserve. It is run in partnership between BCP Council and the Bournemouth Parks Foundation.

    We recommend stopping in before you head out down to the river. This true…

  13. Purewell Meadows Photo © Mike Smith (cc-by-sa/2.0)

    Purewell Meadows Local Nature Reserve

    Christchurch

    A pleasant meadow walk on the public open space area of the reserve.

  14. Stour Valley Nature Reserve

    Stour Valley Nature Reserve

    Muscliffe Lane, Bournemouth

    This idyllic riverside Reserve forms part of the Stour Valley Way and provides a wall following a 2 mile stretch of the river Stour. It is perfect for walking, relaxing or exercising in the fresh air.

  15. Gym with cross trainers and running machines

    Two Riversmeet Leisure Complex

    Christchurch

    There are many new safety measures we have in place to protect our customers. See the new video below and take a look at our website to see what has changed.

    Two Riversmeet is situated on the edge of the historical town of Christchurch.  The…

  16. View of Mudeford and The Idle of Wight image by: Andrew Millard Photography

    Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve

    Christchurch

    Stanpit Marsh is situated on the north side of Christchurch Harbour, just below the confluence of the rivers Avon and Stour.

  17. The Castle Ruins photographed with low angle during a sunset.

    Christchurch Castle Ruins and Norman House

    Christchurch

    Christchurch Castle is the ruins of a typical motte-and-bailey castle, close by a Norman house also remains.