Autumn walks in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Six autumn walks in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole: Hengistbury Head, the chines, Stanpit Marsh, Upton and the Highcliffe clifftop, with distances.
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Sarah Whitcombe
Senior editor, Things to do
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Bournemouth-born writer with twelve years covering Dorset hospitality and the South Coast. Previously edited the visitor guide at a regional tourism board; now leads coverage of activities, attractions, events and family travel for Flexiestays News.
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Boscombe Pier and the Overstrand: a seafront guide
Boscombe Pier and the Overstrand: the 1889 pier and its restoration, the beach pods, the surf reef story, the chine gardens and where to eat nearby.
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Bournemouth's beaches out of season: October to April
Bournemouth beaches out of season, October to April: dogs back on the sand, winter beach hut hire, the seafront cafés that stay open and the lifeguard gap.
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Brownsea Island from Poole Quay: how to visit
Brownsea Island from Poole Quay: the ferry, the 2026 season to 1 November, red squirrels, the lagoon, the Scout camp and what to know before you go.
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Brunch in Bournemouth: where locals go at the weekend
Brunch in Bournemouth at the weekend: where locals go, from Westbourne and Boscombe cafés to town centre bottomless brunch and Canford Cliffs coffee.
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Eating out on Poole Quay and in Ashley Cross
Eating out on Poole Quay and in Ashley Cross: seafood with harbour views, the Old Town, Ashley Cross bars and pubs, and the Penn Hill restaurant parade.
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Eating out in Westbourne: cafés, bars and restaurants
Eating out in Westbourne, Bournemouth: brunch cafés, Thai and Italian small plates, fish and chips, gastropubs, a micropub and the farmers' market.
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Mudeford Quay, the spit and Highcliffe: a day out
Mudeford Quay to Highcliffe in a day: the ferry to Mudeford Spit, Avon Beach, the two-mile shore walk, Highcliffe Castle and getting back to Bournemouth.
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October half term 2026 in Bournemouth with children
October half term 2026 in Bournemouth runs 24 October to 1 November. What to do with children, indoors and out, from Hengistbury Head to Halloween events.
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Sea swimming in Bournemouth in autumn and winter
Sea swimming in Bournemouth through autumn and winter: when the lifeguards stop, cold water shock, tides and forecasts, and which beaches suit a safe dip.
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Food shopping in Bournemouth for self-catering guests
Food shopping in Bournemouth for self-catering guests: the nearest supermarket to the West Cliff, Westbourne's farmers' market, street markets and delis.
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Sandbanks ferry to Studland: a beach day guide
Sandbanks ferry to Studland: chain ferry times and tolls, the Purbeck Breezer 50 bus, the four Studland beaches and the walk out to Old Harry Rocks.
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