Museums · South West England
Bournemouth
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Bournemouth ( BORN-məth) is a coastal resort town and civil parish in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority area, in the ceremonial county of Dorset, on the south coast of England
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Bournemouth · 1.4 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Bournemouth museum, the nearest railway station is Bournemouth, located 1.4 km away. The postcode for the museum is BH2 6EG. Accessibility is limited for wheelchair users.
About
Bournemouth ( BORN-məth) is a coastal resort town and civil parish in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority area, in the ceremonial county of Dorset, on the south coast of England. At the 2021 census, the built-up area had a population of 196,455, making it the largest town in Dorset. Previously an uninhabited heathland, visited only by fishermen and occasional smugglers, a health resort was founded in the area by Lewis Tregonwell in 1810. After the Ringwood, Christchurch and Bournemouth Railway opened in 1870, Bournemouth grew into an important resort town, which today attracts over five million visitors annually for its coastline and nightlife. The town is a population centre within the South East Dorset conurbation and is known for its seven-mile stretch of golden sand, with well-known spots including Alum Chine Beach, Durley Chine Beach, and Bournemouth Central Beach. The shoreline continues westward and gradually merges into the affluent Sandbanks area and Poole. Alongside tourism, financial services now play a significant role in the local economy. The town centre is notable for its Victorian architecture. St Peter's Church features a 202-foot (62 m) spire and is one of three Grade I listed churches in the borough. The town has an events venue and a concert hall, the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) and Pavilion Theatre respectively. Bournemouth is also home to the Premier League football club, AFC Bournemouth, and to Bournemouth University,
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Summary from the official site
Bournemouth is a coastal town known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant cultural scene. Visitors can explore its gardens, enjoy various water sports, and experience a range of entertainment options throughout the year.
Read more on the official property page.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Poole Bay Cliffs SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
From the Wikipedia article
Bournemouth ( BORN-məth) is a coastal resort town and civil parish in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority area, in the ceremonial county of Dorset, on the south coast of England. At the 2021 census, the built-up area had a population of 196,455, making it the largest town in Dorset. Previously an uninhabited heathland, visited only by fishermen and occasional smugglers, a health resort was founded in the area by Lewis Tregonwell in 1810. After the Ringwood, Christchurch and Bournemouth Railway opened in 1870, Bournemouth grew into an important resort town, which today attracts over five million visitors annually for its coastline and nightlife. The town is a population centre within the South East Dorset conurbation and is known for its seven-mile stretch of golden sand, with well-known spots including Alum Chine Beach, Durley Chine Beach, and Bournemouth Central Beach. The shoreline continues westward and gradually merges into the affluent Sandbanks area and Poole. Alongside tourism, financial services now play a significant role in the local economy. The town centre is notable for its Victorian architecture. St Peter's Church features a 202-foot (62 m) spire and is one of three Grade I listed churches in the borough. The town has an events venue and a concert hall, the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) and Pavilion Theatre respectively. Bournemouth is also home to the Premier League football club, AFC Bournemouth, and to Bournemouth University, which has a growing reputation in fields such as media, business and health.
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Background
History
There were some prehistoric settlements in the area, notably along the River Stour, including Longham where a skull thought to be 5,500 years old was found in 1932. Bronze Age burials near Moordown, and the discovery of Iron Age pottery on the East Cliff in 1969, suggest there may have been settlements there during that period. Hengistbury Head, added to the borough in 1932, was the site of a much older Palaeolithic encampment. In the 12th century, the region around the mouth of the River Bourne was part of the Hundred of Holdenhurst. The hundred later became the Liberty of Westover when it was extended to include the settlements of North Ashley, Muscliff, Muccleshell, Throop, Iford,…
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- Coordinates
- 50.7200, -1.8800
- Parish
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, unparished area
- Postcode
- BH2 6EG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bournemouth West
- Nearest railway station
- Bournemouth — 1.4 km
- Official site
- web.archive.org
Sources
- wikipedia: Bournemouth (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bournemouth?
- Bournemouth is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH2 6EG), in the parish of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, unparished area.
- What is Bournemouth?
- Bournemouth ( BORN-məth) is a coastal resort town and civil parish in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority area, in the ceremonial county of Dorset, on the south coast of England
- How do I get to Bournemouth?
- The nearest railway station is Bournemouth, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH2 6EG.
- Is Bournemouth a protected site?
- Yes — Bournemouth is part of the Poole Bay Cliffs SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Bournemouth?
- The nearest railway station is Bournemouth, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH2 6EG.