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This Week in Southbourne

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SOBO Beach row deepens as MP warns Southbourne seafront venue could stand empty for a year

SOBO Beach row deepens as MP warns Southbourne seafront venue could stand empty for a year  Rayo

Rayo·1d ago
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Council defends decision to axe SoBo Beach as operator of a site in Southbourne

BCP Council has said it remains committed to providing a ‘vibrant’ hospitality offer at a popular seafront venue, currently run by SoBo Beach, as speculation continues about who the new operator will

Bournemouth Echo·2d ago
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Trio of property deals brings fresh business activity to Southbourne

A trio of property deals has brought fresh business activity to a stretch of Seabourne Road in Southbourne

Bournemouth Echo·5d ago
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Residents demand action as anger grows over motorhomes on Southbourne over cliff

Residents packed a community meeting to vent their anger over the growing number of motorhomes and campervans parked along the cliffs.

Bournemouth Echo·4 Oct
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Putting soul in the hole: Bagel shop to open new location

BAGEL shop is to open a second location in Southbourne.

Bournemouth Echo·2 Oct
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Future of popular seafront venue to be discussed next week as council lease ends

BCP Council will consider the future of SoBo Beach on Bournemouth’s Southbourne Promenade, as its lease expires October 31 and a new operator is proposed.

Bournemouth Echo·27 Sept
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Pizza restaurant in Bournemouth applies to BCP Council for a premises licence

Tiny Italiano in Southbourne, Bournemouth, has applied to BCP Council for a premises licence to serve alcohol with food daily. Comments open until 30 September.

Bournemouth Echo·20 Sept
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Southbourne locals reveal why the ‘buzzing’ suburb is thriving beyond Bournemouth

Last month, the Telegraph published an article describing Southbourne as “the buzzing Bournemouth suburb locals don’t want you to know about”.

Bournemouth Echo·12 Sept
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High praise for ‘blossoming area’ with busy businesses

LAST WEEK, the Telegraph published an article describing Southbourne as “the buzzing Bournemouth suburb locals don’t want you to know about”.

Bournemouth Echo·12 Sept
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Southbourne Women's Institute supports lifesaving CPR training for women

Members of Southbourne Women's Institute have raised funds for an anatomically accurate female resuscitation manikin for Southbourne Surf Life Saving Club.

Bournemouth Echo·10 Sept
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Luxury clifftop apartments in Southbourne open for viewings

A new collection of high-specification clifftop apartments at a luxury coastal development are now available for viewing.

Bournemouth Echo·10 Sept
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Woman reportedly assaulted and item thrown off the clifftop walking back from beach

We are appealing for witnesses or anyone with footage to get in touch as we continue to investigate an assault on a woman in Southbourne.

Bournemouth Echo·9 Sept
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Southbourne restaurant applies for premises licence to sell alcohol from 9am

Skinny Malinkys (Southbourne) LTD applies to BCP Council for a premises licence to sell alcohol from 9am at 148 Parkwood Road. Objections by September 10.

Bournemouth Echo·6 Sept
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Southbourne Surf Life Saving Club celebrates 40 years of protecting community

A surf life saving club is preparing to mark 40 years of service and community impact.

Bournemouth Echo·25 Aug
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Café applies for premises licence to serve alcohol until midnight in Bournemouth

Rick Roi Limited seeks a premises licence for Syd's Slaps, Southbourne Grove, Bournemouth, to serve alcohol and host live music until midnight daily.

Bournemouth Echo·22 Aug
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Bournemouth Boating applies for a premises licence at Tuckton Tea Gardens

Bournemouth Boating Services Ltd seeks BCP Council licence to sell alcohol and host live music at Tuckton Tea Gardens, Belle Vue Road, until 10.30pm.

Bournemouth Echo·15 Aug
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LIVE - Air ambulance lands and road blocked after reported crash

An air ambulance landed and a road in Southbourne is currently blocked by police after a reported crash.

Bournemouth Echo·11 Aug
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Man charged after criminal damage 'rampage' in Southbourne Grove

A man has been charged with eight offences of criminal damage after several businesses in the Southbourne Grove area were targeted back in June.

Bournemouth Echo·6 Aug
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Motorists parked illegally will face higher fines again this summer

More then 500 roads from Sandbanks to Southbourne will be included in a trial this August which will see motorists having to pay higher fines for parking illegally

Bournemouth Echo·3 Aug
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Renoufs closes venue after eight years as new restaurant set to move in

Renoufs has permanently closed its Southbourne venue after eight years of trading.

Bournemouth Echo·29 Jul
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Christchurch River Pageant makes a splash for charity

Hundreds gathered on the banks of the River Stour on Saturday as the Christchurch River Pageant returned to Christchurch and Southbourne.

Bournemouth Echo·26 Jul
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20,000 people unite to honour Armed Forces at BCP's only Armed Forces Day event

The Shake & Stir Armed Forces Weekender in Southbourne took place on June 27 and June 28 and was the only official Armed Forces Day event held in BCP.

Bournemouth Echo·5 Jul
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Southbourne Coastguard rescue team called out after person reported missing

The Southbourne Coastguard Rescue Team was alerted at 4.34pm on Tuesday, June 30 to help after a person was reported missing.

Bournemouth Echo·4 Jul
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Tragedy as man dies after plunging 100ft from cliff top

So sad to hear about the tragic incident on our much-loved Southbourne beach cliff top on Friday. Our thoughts are with the family and friends affected by this terrible news.

Dorset Echo·27 Jun
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Seven year old in Dorset has artwork selected for Royal Academy exhibition

Arlo Warboys, who attends Kids' Art Club with Shelley in Southbourne, had his design selected for the Young Artists' Summer Show, July 14 to August 30.

Bournemouth Echo·25 Jun
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Woman dies after being pulled from sea

A WOMAN has died on Southbourne beach after suffering a medical incident, police have confirmed.

Bournemouth Echo·22 Jun
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Woman reportedly pulled from sea after medical emergency on Southbourne beach

A woman was reportedly pulled from the water after a medical emergency on Boscombe beach.

Bournemouth Echo·22 Jun
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RECAP - Woman dies after medical incident on beach near Southbourne

An air ambulance has landed on the beach between Boscombe and Southbourne. We'll bring you more as we get it.

Bournemouth Echo·22 Jun
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Men charged with arson after fire started involving stolen newspapers

Two men have been charged following a fire involving stolen newspapers in Southbourne.

Bournemouth Echo·14 Jun
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Teenage girl assaulted at large gathering of youths at beach

Oh dear, it sounds like there was a bit of a commotion down at our beloved Southbourne beach recently. A large gathering of young people led to an unfortunate incident, with a teenage girl being assaulted. We're hoping for a swift resolution to this upsetting event.

Dorset Echo·13 Jun
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Another shop window smashed in Southbourne as police say still no arrests

Another shop window has been smashed in Southbourne Grove — just days after eight businesses were struck by an individual with what appeared to be a brick.

Bournemouth Echo·13 Jun
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Police respond to claims of 'inaction' on Southbourne smashed windows

Police have said they’re treating the criminal damage rampage in Southbourne Grove and a similar incident in Ashley Road in May as “separate investigations at this time”.

Bournemouth Echo·12 Jun
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Champion sausage roll-maker crowned in competition from Dorset restaurant

Rob Coulton, from Southbourne, took the top spot in the Ultimate Sausage Roll competition with his creation, dubbed ‘Bert’s Banger’, at Jenkins & Sons in Poole.

Bournemouth Echo·12 Jun
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Shopkeepers slam police 'inaction' after rampage sees windows smashed

Business owners in Southbourne whose windows were smashed in the early hours of Sunday morning (June 7) have slammed Dorset Police for “failing to act”.

Bournemouth Echo·12 Jun
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Bournemouth emporium to celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day

Get your needles ready, Southbourne! Haberdasherdo on Southbourne Grove is hosting a fantastic event for World Knit in Public Day. It's the perfect chance to meet fellow crafters and show off your knitting and crochet skills right here on our doorstep.

Bournemouth Echo·9 Jun
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Southbourne to host BCP's only official Armed Forces Day event this month

Get ready, Southbourne! Our very own Fisherman's Walk is gearing up to host the BCP area's only official Armed Forces Day event this month. The Shake & Stir Armed Forces Weekender is back and promises a fantastic celebration for everyone.

Bournemouth Echo·6 Jun
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Beloved Southbourne charity shop set to close amid significant financial strain

A much loved charity shop on Southbourne high street is set to shut down despite it being a staple for locals for over a decade.

Bournemouth Echo·19 May
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Women reported unconscious on beach sparks emergency response

A woman reported unconscious on Southbourne Beach prompted a multi-agency emergency response.

Bournemouth Echo·10 May
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RECAP - 'Netflix' filming on Southbourne beach today

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Bournemouth Echo·8 May
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Southbourne-based beauty salon celebrates first anniversary in business

Starlie Studios beauty salon in Southbourne, founded by Madison Holloway, celebrates its first anniversary, offering hair, nails, lashes and brow treatments.

Bournemouth Echo·7 May
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Coastguard helicopter and RNLI launch search after kitesurfer reported in trouble

Oh dear, a bit of drama off our Southbourne beach yesterday as a kitesurfer got into trouble! Thankfully, our brilliant Coastguard helicopter and the brave RNLI crew were on the scene quickly to launch a search. We're always so relieved when everyone is safe after incidents like these on our beautiful coastline.

Bournemouth Echo·30 Apr
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Bournemouth post office applies for premises licence to sell alcohol

Hengistbury Head Post Office in Southbourne, Bournemouth has applied to BCP Council for an alcohol licence to sell off-sales daily from 6am–11pm.

Bournemouth Echo·28 Apr
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Bournemouth homeless charity opens soap shop in Southbourne

A local homelessness charity’s not for profit soap business has committed to sending a free bar of soap to local foodbanks for every bar sold in the shop.

Bournemouth Echo·27 Apr
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Business leaders gather in Southbourne for evening of insight and investment

Dorset Business Angels hosted their annual Spring Drinks Evening in Southbourne, uniting investors and business leaders for networking and keynote talks.

Bournemouth Echo·26 Apr
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Metal detectorist finds suspected ordance on beach

A suspected unexploded ordnance on Southbourne Beach prompted a call-out for rescuers.

Bournemouth Echo·24 Apr
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New traditional style pub opens in Southbourne with launch a 'fantastic success'

A NEW traditional pub has opened its doors in Southbourne, with owner saying the launch day was a “fantastic success.”

Bournemouth Echo·18 Apr
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Church congregation to hold lunch to mark new parish of Southbourne on Sea

Three churches—St Katharine’s, St Nicholas, and All Saints—merge to form the new Southbourne-on-Sea parish in Bournemouth, launching 12 April 2026.

Bournemouth Echo·12 Apr
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Residents to put forward questions surrounding town council elections

Southbourne Forum will be hosting a town council hustings event at St Nicholas Church.

Bournemouth Echo·7 Apr
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Veterans brave the elements on Southbourne Beach to support homeless comrades

A brave group of local veterans took to Southbourne beach last weekend to spend a night under the stars as part of a national initiative called The Great Tommy Sleep Out.

Bournemouth Echo·4 Apr