Nestled in a sheltered bay on the South Coast of England in the picturesque county of Dorset, this area has seven miles of sandy beaches for you to enjoy. Thereâs plenty to do in the resort or you can use the area as a base â stay and eat here while exploring the rest of Dorsetâs history, heritage and picture-postcard scenery. There are plenty of places for you to visit, whatever the weather. There are museums, galleries, amusement arcades, crazy golf, play parks and an oceanarium. You can bring friends and family of all ages too â thereâll be something for everyone to enjoy.
Are you an adrenaline junkie? Or do you prefer a more relaxed pace? You can hike on the clifftops or freewheel gently along the prom. If youâd rather slow your pulse than get the blood pumping, you can spend your time just being pampered in one our spas. Weâve got golf courses, gyms and leisure centres, bowling lawns, tennis courts and the option to try beach sports. We find itâs easier to get motivated with the sand between your toes and sea views on the horizon! You donât have to go very far for rippling waves and sparkling seas. Here you can take to your surfboard, kayak or paddleboard and get straight out onto the open water. You can bring your own equipment or hire it while youâre here. Weâve got a fabulous mix of shops â there are boutiques, department stores, designer brands and high street favourites. Our shops are close to the beach and surrounded by cafĂ©s and coffee shops. So, you can shop âtil you drop or just pop in for holiday essentials. The area is well known for its bustling nightlife. There are cinemas, comedy clubs, theatres, casinos, nightclubs and plenty of places to catch live music. Itâs hard to beat a sunny day on the beach but with a huge choice of gigs and shows in town, youâll continue to be wowed long after the sun has gone down.