Beautiful Bournemouth

Bournemouth - a resort town full of charm and character with a superb range of attractions, parks, gardens and 7 miles of soft sandy beaches. The centre is lively and cosmopolitan, marked by pedestrian boulevards and street cafés. In the height of summer there is free entertainment, including live music from the garden bandstands. NEW FOR 2026 Enjoy a visit to delightful Compton Acres, acknowledged as one of the finest privately owned gardens in England, as well as an included boat trip from Poole to nostalgic Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck. \n\nThe 7-day tour also features a visit to ancient Christchurch and the fascinating Grade 1 listed Highcliffe Castle, arguably the most important surviving house of the Romantic and Picturesque styles of architectureBournemouth Highlights
- Hotel for 3, 4 or 6 nights with breakfast & dinner- Porterage- Welcome Tea/Coffee- Hotel entertainment (not nightly)- Visit to Poole (all tours)- Boat trip Poole to Swanage (all tours)- Entrance to Compton Acres (all tours)- Visit to Christchurch (7 day tour only)- Entrance to Highcliffe Castle with introductory talk & tea, coffee & biscuits (7 day tour only)

Beautiful Bournemouth
Day 1 - After joining your holiday coach, head to the south coast for your 3, 4 or 6 night stay in Bournemouth. DBB\n\nDay 2 - 3 (4 or 6) - At leisure in Bournemouth with two or three included excursions\n\nINCLUDED EXCURSIONS\nPoole & Cruise to Swanage (all tours)\nStart your day on charming Poole Quay before boarding your boat for a scenic cruise (approx. one hour) to the popular Victorian resort of Swanage, passing Brownsea Island, the beaches of Studland Bay and the opening cliffs of the Jurassic coast. Arrive at Swanage pier to spend some time in this lovely coastal town, transformed during the Victorian era into a seaside favourite and now a well-established atmospheric resort with a long beach, interesting shops, fresh clean air and rich heritage. Your driver will transfer you back to Bournemouth later in the afternoon\n\nBoat trip may not operate in case of adverse weather conditions\n\nCompton Acres Gardens - Half day (all tours)\nConstructed in 1920 by Mr Thomas Simpson, Compton Acres gardens are widely acknowledged as one of the finest privately owned gardens in England with over 10 acres of horticultural heaven. The garden has 5 main themed gardens joined by a series of links, including a sub-tropical area and southern Hemisphere collection adding more variety to the planting styles in the garden. The Japanese Garden encompasses original designer Thomas Simpson's love for the unique elegance and incomparable beauty of Japanese horticulture. The Grand Italian Garden design has strength and grandeur brought alive by the sound and movement of water. You will also find the Compton Acres Gift Shop, Café and Tearooms, Plant Centre and gift store. Return to Bournemouth for an afternoon at leisure\n\nChristchurch & Highcliffe Castle (7 day tour only)\nThe Saxon town of Christchurch is an historic place set between two picturesque rivers with a stunning natural harbour. Its cobbled streets lead to the historic ruins of the town's castle overlooking the river while beautiful parks and glades open onto the water at the quayside. This pretty bijou town boasts a thriving high street and a mix of independent boutiques and shops, cafes and eateries. There is a blue plaque trail from the Quay to the High Street to help visitors find out more about key historical landmarks and local prominent figures.\n\nOnto nearby Highcliffe Castle. The magnificent building, once lavishly furnished in the 18th century French style, remained a family home until the 1950s. Harry Gordon Selfridge, the owner of the London department store rented Highcliffe Castle from 1916 to 1922 and the grounds were used during the WW1 for Mrs Gordon Selfridge Convalescent Camp for American Soldiers. Admire the skilfully reinvented interior, overcoming fires and ruin to be restored in a massive repair and conservation programme. There will be time to explore the house and grounds (don't miss the wonderful views across Christchurch Bay to the Isle of Wight) plus an informative talk about the history of the castle together with a cup of tea / coffee and locally made shortbread served in the State Dining Room.\n\nReturn Day - After breakfast and check out and head back to interchange and onward to your hometowns.Bournemouth Hotels
Suncliff Hotel, Bournemouth (May only)\nThis 3* hotel boasts a traditional yet contemporary design and offers warm hospitality, comfortable en-suite rooms and a range of amenities. Indoor leisure facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, spa - everything you need for a relaxing holiday by the sea! The hotel sits on Bournemouth's prestigious East Overcliff Drive with panoramic views of the Jurassic Coast and good access to the award-winning blue flag beaches. There is a restaurant and pub style bar with some facilities shared with the adjacent hotels in the Oceana Group. There is a lift\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarsham Court Hotel - Bournemouth (June & September only)\nOffering a high-quality accommodation in a wonderful location edging the beautiful Dorset coastline and sparkling sea in Bournemouth. The renovated Marsham Court Hotel is a relaxing full-service 4* hotel and offers a friendly seaside ambiance with stunning views across Bournemouth Bay. The hotel features spacious guestrooms fitted with modern lifestyle amenities, including high speed wireless internet. Please note that all bedrooms and bathrooms differ in shape and size and are furnished accordingly but all have hairdryer, iron, tea/coffee making facilities and TV. There is a lift to all floors plus some ground floor rooms. Some rooms have walk in showers. The outdoor heated pool is open from May to September (08.00 - 20.00) weather permitting\n\nPlease note: The hotel is undertaking some substantial renovation and improvement projects during 2026 but works are planned to cause minimum disruption to guests