Just outside Bournemouth to the west is Westbourne, a fascinating coastal village that is definitely worth exploring. With a thriving community spirit, Westbourne’s unique appeal has attracted an ever growing and varied number of cosmopolitan restaurants, bars, delicatessens, off-licences, cafés, food stores, and independent shops.
Retail therapy
At the heart of the coastal village is the beautiful Westbourne arcade. Built between 1884 and 1885 by Henry Joy, it's described as a “well-preserved polychrome Gothic shopping arcade.” Today, it plays host to an eclectic mix of gift shops and cafés, plus the UK’s smallest cinema, ‘Bournemouth Colosseum’, with only 19 seats! Wander along the central streets, and you’ll find an intriguing range of shops, cafés, and restaurants offering temptations and finds that you won’t see elsewhere.
Reviving refreshments
Pause for a while between browsing for something to eat and drink - you’ll be spoilt for choice for possible locations!