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The best of Boscombe
Boscombe seafront has had a major makeover, and is now an attractive and popular destination. This is what to see and do, and where to eat and sleep.
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Arts & Entertainment » Beaches in Boscombe
glasshalfempty wrote on 26-05-2010 “The Council used the profit from selling a car park for development as seafront flats, to build an artificial surf reef, designed by New Zealand firm ASL. It's attracted loads of publicity, but doesn't yet work terribly well (waves no better than on the shore, and the break doesn't peel smoothly).” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 26-05-2010
Arts & Entertainment » Landmarks in Bournemouth
glasshalfempty wrote on 09-06-2010 “The original pier was built for £12,000 in 10 months, opening in July 1889. 600 feet long, it could take steamers, and had a bandstand. In 1904 it was taken into Council hands. The Council built a new pierhead building, and removed the bandstand to a local park. In 1940, during WW2, the pier was...” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 08-06-2010
Arts & Entertainment » Street Art and Graffiti in Bournemouth
glasshalfempty wrote on 20-02-2011 “This is the latest contribution to the regeneration of Boscombe. Partly funded by CABE (now, regrettably, abolished), the sculpture trail is partly aimed at attracting people from the seafront up Sea Road to the shopping centre, to spread the effect of the footfall generated at the surf reef. The...” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 20-02-2011
Arts & Entertainment » Landmarks in Boscombe
glasshalfempty wrote on 08-06-2010 “Grade II listed block of 164 flats designed by American architect Hector O'Hamilton, in Los Angeles Spanish style. It is a marvellous confection, with lovely tiled detailing. Built in 1935-38, it has worn remarkably well, and still looks 'fabulous, darling' today.” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 08-06-2010
Arts & Entertainment » Parks in Boscombe
glasshalfempty wrote on 26-05-2010 “One of a number of pine clad 'chines' (valleys cut in the cliffs) in the area. This one has had a million pound tart up, and boasts a children's play area with water, nature trail, flower beds, bandstand, basketball court, cafe, crazy golf, loos, and is served by a noddy train.” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 26-05-2010
Arts & Entertainment » Public Viewing Screens in Bournemouth
epan wrote on 04-04-2010 “Red arrow helps tourism in Bournemouth. Hotels and restaurants do need your stunning perofrmance more often. It is good to have you here in Bournemouth at least twice in a year. It is definately an event that could draw people into the town. We are in the redhill area, we could see them piercing...” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 26-05-2010
Hotels & Holidays » Hotels in Bournemouth
glasshalfempty wrote on 26-05-2010 “Uber trendy boutique hotel for would-be surfer dudes. Created by publicist extraordinaire Mark Cribb, also behind the Urban Reef restaurant and bar on the beach. The award winning hotel has 12 rooms. Rack rates run from £90 to £170, but vary with season. In May '10, they are also doing dinner, B&B...” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 26-05-2010
Eating & Drinking » Restaurant » Chinese Restaurants in Bournemouth
glasshalfempty wrote on 26-05-2010 “This is the newer, quieter sister to Ocean Palace in West Cliff. A more than averagely comprehensive menu, including dim sum. It's popular with Chinese families, which is always a good recommendation. I recently had a dim sum lunch there, and enjoyed all the usual Soho favourites - cheung fun, yam...” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 26-05-2010
Eating & Drinking » Restaurant in Bournemouth
glasshalfempty wrote on 22-08-2010 “Funky new sister to the Urban Beach, with fabulous beachside location, overlooking the new surf reef. Outside deck is great for a drink, and the deli will provide for a picnic on the beach. The 100 seat two tier restaurant has a quirky decor, including beachhuts. We had lunch the other day, and the...” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 26-05-2010
Eating & Drinking » Restaurant in Bournemouth
glasshalfempty wrote on 09-08-2009 “This Brasserie is a new addition to the dining options at the Chine Hotel, and is open to non-residents. At lunch time it tends to be quiet, and offers a fairly standard range of modern European fare. Duck leg with plum sauce, Dorset dressed crab, moules mariniere, seared scallops with carrot and...” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 26-05-2010
Eating & Drinking » Restaurant in Boscombe
glasshalfempty wrote on 30-04-2010 “The transformation of Boscombe with the construction of the surf reef has led to this cafe bar setting up (rising from the ashes of the lamented PierPoint). It's a groovy place for a hungry surf dude to catch a beer and burger. There's an outside deck for when it's nice, with oblique views down the...” more...
Added by glasshalfempty on 26-05-2010