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Since the late 19th century Bournemouth has been one of England’s most popular seaside resorts. Originally founded in 1810 by Lewis Tregonwell, an army officer who was stationed near Bournemouth to guard the coast from possible invasion by Napoleon. He and his wife then decided years later to come back to the area and build a house, so that they could live by the sea. It was their move that then encouraged countless other Victorians to join them, drawn to Bournemouth by a strong belief in the health properties of both the sea and the pine trees, that were thought to help cure tuberculosis. The house that they built can still be seen today in the form of the Royal Exeter Hotel.

Often referred to as Britain’s answer to Baywatch, Bournemouth’s stunning, seven-mile stretch of gorgeous white sandy beaches, backed by high sandstone cliffs, attract over 5 ½ million visitors each year. Although often considered to be predominantly a retirement resort a great deal has changed in Bournemouth over recent years.

Though still a great place to retire to, Bournemouth is now just as famous for its University and the crowds of trendy clubbers that come to experience the great nightlife.

On visiting Bournemouth a stroll along the extensive promenade is essential. Lined with multi-coloured beach huts, the seafront is cleaned everyday, a practice that has helped Bournemouth’s beaches win several tourism accolades. There are many bars, cafes and arcades along the route, that make excellent stop off points and away from the beach Bournemouth also boasts 2000 acres of parks and gardens for visitors to explore.

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Since the late 19th century Bournemouth has been one of England’s most popular seaside resorts. Originally founded in 1810 by Lewis Tregonwell, an army officer who was stationed near Bournemouth to guard the coast from possible invasion by Napoleon. He and his wife then decided years later to come back to the area and build a house, so that they could live by the sea. It was their move that then encouraged countless other Victorians to join them, drawn to Bournemouth by a strong belief in the health properties of both the sea and the pine trees, that were thought to help cure tuberculosis. The house that they built can still be seen today in the form of the Royal Exeter Hotel.

Often referred to as Britain’s answer to Baywatch, Bournemouth’s stunning, seven-mile stretch of gorgeous white sandy beaches, backed by high sandstone cliffs, attract over 5 ½ million visitors each year. Although often considered to be predominantly a retirement resort a great deal has changed in Bournemouth over recent years.

Though still a great place to retire to, Bournemouth is now just as famous for its University and the crowds of trendy clubbers that come to experience the great nightlife.

On visiting Bournemouth a stroll along the extensive promenade is essential. Lined with multi-coloured beach huts, the seafront is cleaned everyday, a practice that has helped Bournemouth’s beaches win several tourism accolades. There are many bars, cafes and arcades along the route, that make excellent stop off points and away from the beach Bournemouth also boasts 2000 acres of parks and gardens for visitors to explore.

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel
7 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5JS
The Green House
4 Grove Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3AX
Royal Exeter Hotel
Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AG
Elstead Hotel
12-14 Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3QP
The Nici
West Hill Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5EJ
The Grove Hotel Bournemouth
2 Grove Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3AU
The Queens Hotel & SPA
Meyrick Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3DL
Piccadilly Hotel
23 Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2NN
Hotel Miramar
E Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, BH1 3AL
Laguna Hotel
6 Suffolk Road, Bournemouth, BH2 6AZ
The Trouville Hotel
5-7 Priory Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5DH
Hermitage Hotel Bournemouth
Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AH
The Cumberland Hotel Bournemouth
27 E Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, BH1 3AF
Bournemouth Carlton Hotel
2.01
East Overcliff, Grove Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3DN
Durley Dean Hotel
28 W Cliff Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5HE
Maemar Hotel
91-95 W Hill Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5PQ
Burley Court Hotel
29 Bath Road, Bournemouth, BH1 2NP
Winter Dene Hotel
11 Durley Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5JH
The Cottonwood Boutique Hotel
Granville Chambers, 81 Grove Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3AP
The Suncliff Hotel Bournemouth
29 E Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, BH1 3AG
Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa
32 E Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, BH1 3AQ
Marsham Court Hotel
3 Russell Cotes Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3AB
Hotel Collingwood
11 Priory Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5DF
The Pavilion Arms
41 Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, BH2 6NB
No 5 Durley Road
5 Durley Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5JL
Cransley B&B
11 Knyveton Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3QG
Blue Palms Hotel
26 Tregonwell Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5NS
Bunkhouse Bournemouth
Bewdley Hotel, St Michael's Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5DZ
Ullswater Hotel
W Cliff Gardens, Bournemouth, BH2 5HW
Park Central Hotel
Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AJ