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Best ways to get around Bournemouth
If you open any paper and read the news at the moment, then chances are you will read something about climate change. It is a widely known fact that cars do not help the environment and that we all need to start using alternatives when travelling.
We've compiled the best alternative means of transports that Bournemouth has to offer so that when you visit, you don't need to bring the car or miss out on any of the great places to visit in and around the Bournemouth area.
On Foot:
Bournemouth is a great town to be explored on foot. With so many gorgeous open areas on offer, the many award winning gardens provide a great opportunity for integrating a walk on your way to the beach or the town centre shops.
And for those who would like to find out more about Bournemouth, its history and charm, one of several themed guided walks might just be the right thing. A walk is no longer than one and a half miles and takes around two hours.
On Bike:
Although it is prohibited to cycle on the promenade between Bournemouth and Poole during July and August, Bournemouth provides many great bike routes.
- The Bourne Valley Greenway is 6.5 km long and runs from Poole to Bournemouth Gardens.
- GPS Cycle Route Bournemouth to Ashurst New Forest: The bike journey is 50 km long, starts in Bournemouth, runs through Christchurch and ends at the New Forest.
- Route 2 of the National Cycle Network runs through Christchurch, parallel to the Bournemouth Seafront and through Poole.
(image credit - dorsetvisualguides.co.uk)
Information about all other cycle routes around Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch is available in the Bournemouth Cycle Map online or it can be picked up from the Bournemouth Library or the Visitor Information Bureau in Westover Road.
By Taxi:
Currently, there are 250 licence Taxis in service around Bournemouth town. In our experience, the best places to get one is from the railway station or at the Lansdowne, just a short walk from the Bournemouth beach. Other taxi ranks are located throughout the town centre. The Day Rate for a taxi in Bournemouth is on average £3.59 for the first mile and £1.90 per mile thereafter while at night the charges increase to an average £4.79 for the first mile and £2.54 per mile thereafter.
By Land Trains:
One of the most relaxing ways to enjoy the stunning view from the Bournemouth seafront is by going one of the colourful land trains. They operate between Bournemouth Pier and Boscombe Pier and also travel from Bournemouth Pier to Alum Chine, stopping at the West Cliff Lift, Durley Chine and Middle Chine. Due to the winter weather and seaside location, the land trains in Bournemouth only operate in the Spring and Summer months, so if you miss them over the Winter, make sure you visit again!
By Bus:
Bournemouth has an excellent bus network system, with two bus operator, the Wilts & Dorset Buses and the Transdev Yellow Buses, covering the Poole-Bournemouth-Christchurch area. Both companies offer day tickets, with which passengers can travel unlimited for the whole day. This provides a great way to get around Bournemouth, since you can enjoy the view, especially in the summer when many open top buses circulate. Buses in Bournemouth are also very handy, because many services stop in the town centre and close to the Pier Approach.
If you've got anything else you'd like to add to this list, please let us know. Happy travelling!
Best Location in Bournemouth
A location envied by many, seven perfect miles of beach on our doorstep.
The Hermitage is situated minutes from Bournemouth's beautiful beaches and gardens. Offering convenience of being directly opposite the Pier, Central Gardens and the BIC Conference Centre, you are just steps away from the famous Bournemouth beach, charming shops and a variety of entertainment across Dorset. No hotel offers such high quality accommodation and dining as well as easy to access to all of the main attractions and Bournemouth town centre. Bournemouth is also a short drive from the Jurassic coast, the world famous New Forest and many other exciting places, making it an ideal base to explore the South of England.
Bournemouth Hotel Rooms
The Hermitage offers substantial value as one of the leading Bournemouth Hotels.
Whether you are looking for a perfect getaway on the south coast or wish to host a business conference the Hermitage has all the facilities and luxuries that will make your stay most enjoyable.
The Hermitage offers three different room types; Standard Rooms, Superior Rooms and Sea View Rooms. Our service makes the Hermitage one of the most prestigious Bournemouth Hotels.
Award winning cuisine
At the Hermitage Hotel, we are extremely proud of our restaurant and bar. We are one of a handful of hotels in Bournemouth who have been awarded the AA rosette for food quality. This award shows our commitment to making our restaurant stand out from the crowd and ensures the guests to our hotel are treated to some of the best food Bournemouth has to offer. While staying at our hotel, why not treat yourself to something from our menu? We offer breakfast to all guests (for a small charge) as well as having spacious dining rooms for luxurious evening meals and tempting snacks available throughout the day. If necessary, our restaurant can be booked for big occasions such as masonic ladies weekends, conferences and Christmas parties. If you'd like to make a group booking while in Bournemouth, please call us on 01202 557363 to discuss your needs in more detail with one of our helpful team.
Hotel room deals
We are always checking our room prices and making adjustments to be competitive. It is worth keeping an eye on what offers we have through the special offer page. You will probably be surprised at the great hotel rates we offer and might want to take your other half on a short weekend break in Bournemouth. Our room rates work in a similar way to airline tickets; the earlier you book, the more you can save! Prices are updated on our website every Thursday, so make sure you book in advance to maximise your savings! All hotel rooms can be booked online using our improved, easy to use booking module. This will secure your room and you will receive an email confirmation once your bank account has been debted.
If you do not find what you are after please just ring the hotel on 01202 557363 and we would be more than happy to help.
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