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Bournemouth City Guide |
Bournemouth is located in England and is a coastal resort town located in the Borough of Bournemouth. With a population of 163,444 Bournemouth is the largest settlement in Dorset, which also makes it the largest town on the south coast and the largest settlement by population between Plymouth and Southampton. Bournemouth was founded by a gentleman by the name of Lewis Tregonwell in 1810 and it saw a huge boom in population when the railway made its way to this region around 1870. Bournemouth has separated from the Dorset County Council since 1997 when it began to be administered by a unitary authority.
Bournemouth is a natural attractant for tourists due in large part to its location on the southern coast of England. The town is home to many businesses, which contributes to a growing population. In 2007 a survey was done by First Direct Bank that showed that Bournemouth was the most enjoyable place in Britain based on happiness of residents in all of Britain. 82% of people questioned in Bournemouth reported that they were very happy with their life.
The climate in Bournemouth is temperate, owing to its location on the south coast, which also appeals to many tourists. The warmest months of the year are July and August, making these popular tourist months and the coolest months are January and February. In addition, Bournemouth doesn’t get near the amount of rain that other parts of the nation, which also appeals to tourists.
Bournemouth is enjoyable to tourists because there is so much to see and do. Many tourists flock to the area to enjoy the warmer weather as well as the coastal line. The coastal line allows for water activities, boating, and scenic sights that you will not see anywhere else. There is also plenty of shopping located on the sides of the River Bourne as well as around The Square and throughout the Bournemouth Central Gardens.
There are also festivals that attract a lot of tourists. The Festival of Britain was held in Bournemouth in 1951 and this has continued a tradition of yearly festivals in the town. The town features a literary festival, a gay pride festival, and an air festival each year. These festivals attract people from around England and beyond. |
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