Southbourne is a suburb of Bournemouth in Dorset. It was once known as Stourfield and lies between Boscombe and Christchurch at the eastern end of the borough. A major tourist feature in Southbourne is the Cliff Railway, running between the coastal road on the clifftop and the beach. The railway provides easy access to the Blue Flag beach at Southbourne and from there you can also reach the beaches at Boscombe and Bournemouth. At the eastern end of the beach is Hengistbury Head, a headland jutting out into the English Channel. Historically this was a site of major importance in the trading between Britain and Gaul. Settlements in the area date back even further, to the Stone Age when the headland would have overlooked the large river valley which would eventually become the English Channel. There are Bronze Age barrows on the hill as well as Iron Age fortifications in evidence. Today the head is a key tourist spot with country walks which can lead all over the head, some of which form part of the Bournemouth Coast Path. It is also home to a nature reserve. Visitors can stay at Mory House, a bed and breakfast situated just 200 yards from the cliff top.
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Places to Stay near Southbourne
Captains Club Hotel Apartments and Spa (0.57 miles)
Located 5 minutes from the beach, these stunning, river-facing 2 and 3-bedroom luxury suites with separate kitchen and living areas are ideal for long or short stays. Captains Club Hotel and Spa ... More
The Kings (0.63 miles)
The Kings, located in Christchurch is the newest, most magnificent addition to The Harbour Hotel’s Portfolio.Completely refurbished in June 2008, this landmark property has been transformed into a truly luxury ... More
Waters Reach (0.88 miles)
Waters Reach is one of the finest guest houses in Dorset. Conveniently situated less than 500 metres from Christchurch town centre and train station, and with buses passing regularly you ... More
Premier Inn Christchurch West (1.11 miles)
Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa (1.59 miles)
The Christchurch Harbour Hotel, Formally the Avonmouth is one of the finest Dorset Hotels, located on Christchurch Harbour, in the heart of Dorset and close to the New Forest National ... More
Alexander Lodge Hotel (1.63 miles)
Our Hotel is a lovely Edwardian building which has retained its character, while offering all the
modern comforts you need, including full central heating for out of season stays!
We are ... More
The Manor (1.76 miles)
Premier Inn Christchurch East (2.01 miles)
Waterford Lodge Hotel (2.20 miles)
This quiet hotel is a few minutes’ walk from Avon Beach and has an award-winning restaurant overlooking a colourful garden.
Quiet, spacious bedrooms have refurbished bathrooms and free mineral water. Some rooms ... More
Ocean Breeze (2.52 miles)
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