Bournemouth Beach

nowhere to park if you want to use cash, pnly accepts card payment, no good if you don't have a card. all the cafe were contactless on;y. I do not want to use card for a coffeee and they were only selling in plastic cups which makes drink taste awful, dogs on beach despite signs saying they are are not permitted, run over by escooters on prom despite not being allowed on prom, town a dump, no shops, will never recommend

I reported a dog On the beach and despite calling 3 times and waiting 3 hours nobody came to deal with it.
On the hottest day of the year so far the dog had no shade and no water and was clearly in distress. I also reported it to 2 lifeguards who did absolutely nothing despite the dog being on a dog free beach infront of their tower!

I was told the beach rangers were busy yet from Boscombe pier to Hengisbury Head I never saw one in 2 days.

Clearly the rules that no dogs are allowed on the main beaches during peak doesn't apply as it certainly isn't enforced.

One of the RNLI Lifeguards I saw on patrol was actually looking inland instead of the sea.

I've been coming to Bournemouth for over 40 years and its only got worse. If your renting one of the controversial overnight beach huts then they are interested but if not your on your own!

Over the years the Council has squandered millions of tax payers money and continue to do so on projects that benefit the privileged few.

Sandy beach, very clean if you arrive early in the morning, people were distancing and respecting each other's safe space; ice cream vendors at both ends of the beach. The water was very clean and shallow, easy to have a relaxing swim or for kids to play safely. The Oceanarium is minutes away, lots of take away places very near by, the beach gets a bit messy towards sunset as some uncivilised people left their rubbish on the beach. It would be nice if the council would have some beach chairs to rent for the day to increase the comfort of the visitors.

What a fabulous beach. We have just come back from a long weekend break and the weather was hot on all days. We stayed very near the pier at the Hermitsge hotel which is a 2 minute walk to the 7 mile beach . Beautiful sand and plenty of bars and food cafes and restaurants right down by the beach. Lifesavers In their lookout building gave everyone a reassuring feeling of safety. We could safely stay at a comfortable difference as the beach is so large . There were two sets of toilets that were reasonably clean. All in all this is a fabulous place to come to and we look forward to seeing Bournemouth again in 2031

The beach is seriously overcrowded considering we are supposed to be social distancing at the moment and this despite signs telling people it’s too busy and to go home. It is also covered in litter, I guess there are bins around, maybe some people should learn how to use them or take their rubbish home? And when did playing personal music over a speaker so that you can annoy people nearby become the norm? Serious lack of respect for the keep left signs, just a free for all. Seems like some people have completely lost the plot since we’ve been allowed out again. Personally I’d stay at home.

The first time that I have been in Bournemouth was 15 years ago! Looong time.
Back now, I could see the difference and the city still charming, on my point of view Bornemouth still in 70s, the architeture, the place looks like a little bit vintage.
The pier during early morning is great for a walking or just to feel the fresh air from the sea.
Lot’s of seagulls, beautiful ones.
After 11am you can have a nice fish and chips near by the beach, not expensive one, for less than 10 pounds you can have it, plus a drink.
The ice cream, well enJOY it!

This a lovely sandy beach with many facilities, one of the few traditional beach resorts in England that still thrives and because of this, it is very busy. You notice it more if you have come along the coast from Poole & Sandbanks as we had.
With the town a short walk away, it is always popular. The pier has been maximised with attractions, just a shame they charge you to walk along it (although understandable for running costs) but I come from a seaside town that lets you use it for free.

We stayed within walking distance so can't comment on parking, but passed street parking and ncp parking.

The beach was lovely, perfect long stretch on golden soft sand, no shoes required. There were some small stones and shells, but nothing major.

We were soon offered bands for the kids as oer other reviews and I loved this - felt safe that families were looked after.

It's a steep stair case down to the beach, or there's a funicular (think it said £4 odd for a family), but my kids were fine with the stairs.

The sea is calm, it welcomed you to swim in its cold waters.

The only thing that lets this place down is the amusement/fun fairs/money grabbing attractions.. no need for this

Hours of fun

Lovely clean beach with lots of amenities and a lovely clean beach for dogs.
Beach itself was very busy but still didn’t feel crammed.
Really disappointing toilet facilities on pier which were absolutely rancid and I’m not posh , I’ll pee anywhere but I couldn’t face these toilets and I’ll save the reasons why incase you’re eating.
They either need to charge to use these facilities or regularly check them in busy periods .
We had a few drinks in the pavilion which was lovely but again, nearest toilets are the pier.

Beautiful sandy beach for a long as the eye can see with loads of amenities like places to eat and public toilets available. if you can avoid bringing the car do so the bus service is fantastic very frequent and cheap and we used the bus everyday saved loads of money with the family tickets available. loads to do but they do charge for entry to the pier which is a shame. A MUST DAY OUT weather permitting