Destination Management Board

18/05/2024

WINNERS🏆 We're super excited to announce that our beautiful beaches across Bournemouth have been awarded and retained 5 Blue Flag Awards & 7 Seaside Awards for 2024 by Keep Britain Tidy! 🌊❤️☀️From Alum Chine all the way to Fisherman's Walk!

Across the whole of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, the destination is celebrating a huge combined total of 26 Awards - 12 Blue Flags and 14 Seaside Awards! 🤩

Read more at: https://www.bournemouth.co.uk/ideas-and-inspiration/news/2024/5/17/bournemouth-christchurch-and-poole-keeping-the-blue-flag-flying-beaches-retain-blue-flag-status-a2651

These awards were made possible through the generous support of local businesses and organisations, who came together to raise the required application funding. These include: Coastal BID; Make it Bournemouth; Poole BID; Christchurch BID; The Fired Up Collective; Sobo Beach; Beach house mudeford; FJB Hotels; Rockwater Village Poole, The Noisy Lobster Avon Beach and Highcliffe and Walkford Parish Council.

14/05/2024

It's a YES for the Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Accommodation BID!

Destination Management Board Chair, Andy Lennox, said the approval of ABID is an “historic moment for the towns”.

He said: “As a destination, and making sure that that destination is the best it can possibly be with the most eventful things that can happen, it's just wicked."

Rosie Radwell, Marsham Court Hotel and Chair of the Shadow ABID Board explained, “This is good news for the destination, and we are thrilled that the Accommodation Providers have voted in favour of the ABID. The additional funds raised will have a huge impact on the future of tourism in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. On behalf of the volunteer Shadow ABID Board, I would like to thank our fellow Accommodation Providers for recognising the power of partnership working and the necessity to act now. We are excited about the future and have already started to plan projects and events to enhance tourism in the area”.

Read more: https://www.bournemouth.co.uk/ideas-and-inspiration/news/2024/5/14/bcpabidyesvote-a2650

01/05/2024

NEW BOURNE ☀️ Locals spill the beans on our seaside town’s empty beaches, free attractions, best pubs and more! The Sun Travel ⁠
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READ HERE: https://www.thesun.co.uk/travel/26968957/locals-best-bournemouth-tips-attractions-beaches

24/04/2024

BOURNEMOUTH CELEBRATES PURPLE FLAG SUCCESS!

Bournemouth has once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering a vibrant evening and night-time economy (ENTE) with its successful attainment of the Purple Flag accreditation in the latest round of assessments. This achievement underscores the town’s steadfast dedication to creating a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment for the last 14 years.

Purple Flag – similar to the Blue Flag for beaches – aims to raise the standard and broaden the appeal of town and city centres between the hours of 5pm to 5am. This prestigious award highlights Bournemouth’s blend of entertainment, dining, and culture, all while ensuring the safety and well-being of residents and visitors in the evening and night time economy.

The partnership in Bournemouth has been commended for its strength and focus, serving as a driver that ignites enthusiasm and commitment towards enhancing the ENTE experience within the town. Recognised by assessors, initiatives such as the Street Pastors, Safe Bus, and the efforts to prevent violence against women and girls were celebrated for their contributions to community safety.

As one of the longest-standing Purple Flag areas globally, Bournemouth continues to lead by example, extending support to new applicants like Malta, who visited in 2023 to glean insights into best practices. With their support, Paceville in St. Julian’s is currently undergoing its application process, further solidifying Bournemouth’s reputation as a beacon of excellence in ENTE management.

Bournemouth joins 23 areas across the UK and Ireland in achieving either a full or interim renewal of the Purple Flag accreditation during this round.

In the face of ongoing challenges such as the cost of living crisis, Bournemouth’s Purple Flag status serves as a testament to its resilience. Beyond economic considerations, Purple Flag areas exemplify not only a dedication to vibrant and secure nightlife but also a commitment to nurturing strong and inclusive communities. Amid broader societal issues, Purple Flag emerges as an important instrument for cultivating thriving environments and fostering enduring partnerships.

Make it Bournemouth Love Bournemouth

18/04/2024

09/04/2024

29/03/2024

Fantastic news for the area, with more than 100 jobs to be created as Jet2 announces that it will be introducing new flights and holidays to 16 destinations from our very own Bournemouth Airport, starting in summer 2025.

15/03/2024

Positive news for the destination with this thriving national chain investing further in !

https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/24186291.cosy-club-chain-invests-bournemouth-town-centre/

Cosy Club Bournemouth Make it Bournemouth Love Bournemouth

09/03/2024

Throwback to the February Destination Management Board meeting, working hard and lots of collaboration for the better of our three towns and local tourism! ✊🏼

07/03/2024

The Destination Management Board fully support the BCP Accommodation BID Board and the proposed visitor levy that will help deliver a smooth transition as BCP Council steps away from funding destination activities.

The charge will mean the management and development of Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole’s visitor offering will be in the industry’s hands!

READ MORE: https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/24155085.bournemouth-tourist-tax-helps-council-step-away-funding

22/02/2024

Fantastic news about in ! Voted #1 Worldwide in Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards Best Sustainable Beaches 2024!

Another accolade to add to its 36 years of being awarded Blue Flag Status! Love Poole

16/02/2024

NEWS of the BCP A-BID has made it onto BBC News! Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole hotels are due to vote on 'tourist levy'. This is a "crossroad" moment for Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole!

👀 READ HERE: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-dorset-68316563

15/02/2024

6 months of hard work! Exciting times and opportunity for the destination!

Love Bournemouth Love Christchurch Love Poole

👀 READ HERE: https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/24120058.new-visitor-charge-introduced-boost-towns/

09/02/2024

Brilliant news for the area that Bournemouth Air Festival is going ahead for 2024! This wouldn't have happened had it not been for DMB and the organisations it represents.

We are incredibly excited to confirm that Bournemouth Air Festival is back for 2024! Returning Thurs 29th August - Sat 31st August 2024, we look forward to bringing you another spectacular year of action! LAND. AIR. SEA.

👀 https://bournemouthair.co.uk/2024/02/09/be-part-of-bournemouth-air-festival/

Stay tuned to our social channels and website for updates over the coming months! bournemouthair.co.uk

⏩️Bournemouth Air Festival 2024 ⏪️

06/02/2024

The DMB (Destination Management Board) is a organisation set up to bring all sectors together across the conurbation of Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole and beyond for the benefit of Tourism.

30/01/2024

'DMB doing what DMB needs to do - bringing people and organisations together' - Andy Lennox, DMB Chair.

The Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Destination Management Board unites BIDs and local businesses to save the areas Blue Flag and Seaside Awards Status.

👀 READ HERE:
📰 https://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/24077123.blue-flag-award-scheme-saved-independent-sector/