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NewsBournemouth Echo

Letter: 'Boscombe scheme is wonderful but where will people park?'

It's wonderful that the regeneration of Boscombe is continuing with the magnificent Royal Arcade restored and rejuvenated to its breathtaking former elegance.

26 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Market celebrating witchcraft and creativity set to return to Boscombe arcade

A market celebrating witchcraft, creativity, and community is set to return to the Royal Arcade.

26 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Council leader comments on plans to expand Vitality Stadium being approved

Approved plans to expand AFC Bournemouth’s stadium in Kings Park will deliver “not just for the club but the wider community”.

25 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Boscombe garden praised by Tom Hayes MP launches community fundraising campaign

Located in Boscombe’s Secret Garden, the Tree of Giving sculpture blooms with every donation to the Keep It Grounded campaign launched by Grounded Community.

22 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Free half-term children's charity event to take place on May 29

Taking place on Friday, May 29, the event will be held at the Factory Space on Christchurch Road, BH7 6DY from 12pm to 8pm.

22 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Bournemouth MP visits specialist SEN college in Boscombe

Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes attended an Open Day hosted by SWRAC to learn how the Boscombe specialist college is supporting young people with SEN.

21 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Beloved Southbourne charity shop set to close amid significant financial strain

A much loved charity shop on Southbourne high street is set to shut down despite it being a staple for locals for over a decade.

19 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

No updates or arrests made following reported rape on Boscombe beach

There have been no updates following a reported rape in Boscombe earlier this month.

19 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Major Boscombe regeneration project to start next month

A £23.9million regeneration project in Boscombe starting in June is expected to take more than two years to complete

19 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

RECAP - Police activity in residential Boscombe road

There's been a police presence on Hamilton Road in Boscombe today. We're keeping an eye on the situation and will share any updates as soon as we hear them, so you're in the loop!

19 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Save Energy UK brings Cherries' Ryan Christie to surprise junior football team

AFC Bournemouth midfielder Ryan Christie surprised young footballers at Kings Park Dynamos under-13s, based in Bournemouth.

16 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Pub of the week: Chaplin's 'one of the most unique pubs in the UK'

A high street pub in Boscombe continues to stand out— for all the right reasons. For that, Chaplin’s is the Echo’s Pub of the Week— and, as local punters are no doubt aware, it’s hard to overlook its

15 May 2026
BBC South

Parking charge rises planned at seaside resorts

Looks like our seaside trips might be costing a little more soon, with parking charges set to rise at some of our local beauty spots. Plans are afoot to change the pricing on Boscombe Overcliff, so it’s worth keeping an eye on this if you often head down there for a breath of fresh air.

14 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

'Huge' new soft play and arcade aims to offer ‘affordable’ family fun

A new family entertainment venue with a 'huge' soft play, arcade games and a café is set to open in Boscombe later this month.

12 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Women reported unconscious on beach sparks emergency response

A woman reported unconscious on Southbourne Beach prompted a multi-agency emergency response.

10 May 2026
Dorset Echo

Investigation launched after woman reportedly raped at beach

Police have launched an investigation after a distressing incident was reported on Boscombe beach. A section of the popular stretch of sand was cordoned off as enquiries got underway. We'll bring you more details as we get them.

9 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

RECAP - Woman allegedly raped on Boscombe beach

A police cordon has been set up on Boscombe Pier after a woman was allegedly raped

8 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

RECAP - 'Netflix' filming on Southbourne beach today

The latest news, traffic, travel and weather updates today.

8 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

Southbourne-based beauty salon celebrates first anniversary in business

Starlie Studios beauty salon in Southbourne, founded by Madison Holloway, celebrates its first anniversary, offering hair, nails, lashes and brow treatments.

7 May 2026
Bournemouth Echo

New art gallery opening in Pokesdown in tandem with Dorset Art Weeks

Pokesdown Gallery opens on Christchurch Road for Dorset Art Weeks 2026, showcasing local artists Sarah Humby and Fabian Rose in Boscombe’s arts scene.

7 May 2026

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