Waters that look as if they belong in the Med, never-ending swathes of sandy beaches and castles that have been standing for over a thousand years. Bournemouth is a British resort with bags of class. It’s no wonder Bournemouth is one of the UK’s favourite holiday resorts.
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In the summer months, Bournemouth is one of the most popular UK holiday destinations, blessed with some of the best beaches in the country. There are four sandy sweeps with Blue Flag status here, and they’re especially lively in June, July and August. The waterfront restaurants and cafés are lovely to people-watch from.
Avoid the summer holidays and you’ll miss most of the crowds in Bournemouth, as this is prime staycation territory for lots of Brits. Come in April or September and it can still be warm enough to lie on the beaches, plus the conditions are much more pleasant for activities like hiking on Brownsea Island.
