Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Spanning 15 miles of Dorset coastline, this coastal conurbation blends Victorian seaside heritage, medieval history, and a booming digital tech economy. Home to nearly 400,000 residents, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole offers a distinct triple identity. Here, Poole Harbour’s tranquil waters and Christchurch’s 11th-century priory sit alongside Bournemouth’s surf culture, all linked by award-winning beaches and a famously mild south-coast climate.