Advice for Visitors - Plan ahead & check before you travel
Please always refer to the official governemnt website for all coronvirus - COVID 19 concerns.
Our number one priority right now is making sure that you can feel confident when you come to visit our beautiful resort.
There's nothing worse than feeling unprepared, which is why we want you to check details about where you are staying and what you might be doing before you set off.
Tourism businesses have been working so hard to get ready for you, but things will be slightly different. Make sure you Know Before You Go and feel confident about any changes that might have been made to make your stay safe and welcoming.
If you do visit the beach and it’s too busy, then why not find another quieter area – there’s plenty of seafront to choose from – using our BCP Beach Check app – free to download for any Apple or Android device helping you find that beautiful slice of heaven and keep yourselves safe.
You can also keep an eye out for the 'Were Good to Go' mark. This is an accredited industry standard mark for all businesses who are COVID-19 secure. Businesses will be displaying this to show that they have followed government procedures in their preparations to welcome us back.
Plan ahead, Know Before You Go and visit Bournemouth with confidence.
We know that so many of you are looking forward to sharing wonderful experiences on the Coast with the Most again. It’s been a while since we’ve seen your happy smiling faces at our favourite spots. Now, we want to encourage people to enjoy their newfound freedom responsibly.
Please follow our guidelines to “Respect, Protect & Enjoy” and allow everybody the equal chance to visit our beautiful resort while feeling safe, secure and welcome.
It goes without saying we love our beaches, and we all have a responsibility to respect our town, our award-winning seafront, gardens and open spaces - so whilst you’re here please respect, protect and enjoy the resort.
If you do visit the beach and it’s too busy, then why not find another quieter area of beach – there’s plenty of seafront to choose from!
#RespectProtectEnjoy #LeaveOnlyFootprints
See an infographic poster on how to stay well while on holiday in Dorset.
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 Bournemouth with confidence.
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
