Coronavirus - Know Before You Go

Latest Updates for Businesses

The guidance on working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) has been updated with priority actions for businesses to take, including steps for collecting information for the Test and Trace system and rules on gatherings of more than 6 people. 

Please visit for Sector-specific guidance for:
•    Performing arts
•    Restaurants, pubs, bars and takeaway services
•    Heritage locations
•    Hotels and other guest accommodation
•    The visitor economy

All other sectors can be found in the main government working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) page.

For further business advice and news including the seven priority actions for businesses please head to our Coronavirus - Business Information Page

We Are Open

Local businesses have been working hard getting ‘We’re Good To Go’ accredited and putting safety measures in place to be able to safely re-open.

Many of our favourite Shopping, Accommodation, Attractions and Food and Drink businesses are slowly beginning to reopen their doors from July 4th and welcome us once again,

Our What's Open Page contains a regularly updated list of partners who have re-opened so far. Business have only been allowed to re-open if they are following COVID-19 secure guidelines.

Many of our favourite restaurants, cafés and bars are still offering delivery and collection services which you can find on our Home Delivery & Online Services page.

- Please visit these pages for the latest information and as the situation is liable to change, always check with the individual businesses directly regarding availability, opening times and any new processes that may affect your visit. 

Capp Assist

CAPP Assist is a free app that allows you to check the capacity of venues before you go. Using live venue data, the app is designed to help users shop, work, dine-out and visit care homes safely.

You can also check in and out via the QR code function, avoiding having to provide your details manually each time you visit.

Download for Apple and Android today, or register your business and help consumers feel safe visiting venues again. 

Plan ahead, Know Before You Go and visit Christchurch with confidence.

Social Distancing in Public Places

You may have noticed new signs around town asking you to keep your distance and to keep left. This is part of a strategy to help maintain social distancing and keep our spaces safe and welcoming. 

You can find more information regarding Social Distancing in Public Places on the BCP council website.

Take care of yourselves and others.

The health and safety of us all is of paramount importance and we will continue to share ongoing advice related to COVID-19 (coronavirus). 

For all medical advice please consult Public Health England for the most up to date information. 

For council related services including help, advice and support with mental and physical health please visit the BCP website.

For Tourism Business Advice regarding COVID-19 see our Business Information Page