Britain and bad weather go hand-in-hand, if we are to believe the rumours, but the south of the country isn’t actually all that bad and many of the south coast seaside resorts can be great destinations for domestic holidays.
Bournemouth is one such place and as a coastal town that has seven miles of beautiful sandy beaches, a year-round temperate climate and which is only a couple of hours commute from London, it’s hardly surprising that over two million people visit the town each year by rail.
In a recent survey, Bournemouth was identified as being the happiest town in the whole of the United Kingdom, with its beaches, nightlife and ease of access to open, green spaces cited as one of the main reasons for its perennial cheerfulness.
The town may have somewhat of a reputation as a place where people move when its time to retire, but nothing could be further from the truth. As Dorset’s most populous settlement, Bournemouth attracts almost fifteen thousand students to its university each year, meaning it has a very youthful, happening scene, with many pubs and clubs offering great opportunities for those wishing to party into the small hours.
For visitors wanting a birds-eye view of the town, the Bournemouth Balloon offers a spectacular position from which to see the surrounding area. The helium-filled craft is attached to the ground with a steel cable and the balloon lifts passengers five hundred feet into the sky, offering panoramic views of the English Channel. On a clear day, people can see for up to twenty miles and this is by far the highest public observation point in the whole of Bournemouth.
For those who prefer to keep their feet firmly on the ground, then Bournemouth offers up amazing opportunities for visitors with a penchant for nature. Many remarkable species of plants and animals can be found here and the nearby Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour is one of the last few places in the south of England where red squirrels can still be found. This is due to the fact that grey squirrels have never been introduced to the island.
There is so much to keep the fussiest of visitors entertained in this splendid seaside resort, which means that accommodation is always in demand throughout the year. However, even in a year-round busy town such as
Bournemouth cheap hotels can still be found, just make sure to book ahead.
With an abundance of unique wildlife, green spaces, beaches and warm weather, Bournemouth is the perfect place for a relaxing holiday, and for those who already live there, it’s hardly surprising it is the happiest town in the country!
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Adam Singleton writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
