Stay informed about the latest events and activities in Bournemouth
A new exclusive Christmas shop has opened on the high street in Bournemouth for a limited time. This festive store offers a special shopping experience for the holiday season.
Uber is providing a special Christmas Day deal for NHS nurses and frontline staff in Bournemouth. This offer aims to support essential workers during the holiday.
Residents across Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch are experiencing a deepening delivery crisis with Evri, leading to concerns about Christmas deliveries. Missing and damaged parcels are being reported, impacting the holiday season.
A Christmas fundraiser for Cancer Research UK is scheduled to take place. The event was announced by the Bournemouth Echo UK.
A Christmas lights display at an Oxfordshire estate has gone viral, viewed over 100,000 times. The Bournemouth Echo UK reported on the display.
Chicken & Blues is offering up to 5000 free kids' meals in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole this Christmas through its Neighbourhood Fund. This initiative aims to support the community during the holiday season.
Comedian Ben Norris will headline the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Clubs' Christmas special event in Bournemouth. This promises an evening of festive humor for attendees.
The Broadstone Christmas Parade was described as truly great by attendees. Further details and letters for publication can be sent to letters@bournemouthecho.co.uk.
Morebus is launching a special offer during the Christmas period. Passengers can also use buses that stop in Bournemouth Town Centre to visit the Christmas Tree Wonderland in Bournemouth Gardens.
Bournemouth War Memorial Homes has secured a permanently lit Christmas tree thanks to local fundraising efforts, Greendale Construction, and Poole BID. This festive addition will be a lasting display.
Bournemouth Collegiate School's prep and senior choirs performed traditional and contemporary hymns at their first Christmas service held at a local church. The event marked a festive celebration for the school community.
Trethowans law firm successfully raised over £1,000 for the Dorset charity Downright Perfect at their recent Bournemouth Christmas drinks event. The funds will support local children with special needs.
Residents at Parley Place care home enjoyed a festive Christmas lights switch-on accompanied by the Bournemouth Youth Marching Band. The community came together for the celebratory event.
The popular Christmas Cracker Carol Concert is set to return to the Bournemouth Pavilion. This festive event will take place on Thursday, December 18th, at 2:30 PM.
A Bournemouth coffee shop has announced it will open its doors on Christmas Day for its annual festive coffee event. This tradition continues, offering a warm space for the community during the holiday.
Bournemouth Foodbank is bringing festive cheer to the community this December with a series of Christmas events. They are also launching a fundraising appeal and opening a new hub.
Residents and staff at a Bournemouth care home participated in festive activities and wore Christmas jumpers for Elf Day. The event was part of a national awareness campaign aimed at raising money.
A church in Bournemouth has announced a busy schedule of events planned throughout the Christmas period and into the festive season. Details were shared by the Bournemouth Echo.
The recent Christmas parade in Bournemouth was a significant success, drawing large crowds that filled the streets. The event was reported by the Bournemouth Echo as a major draw.
Road closures are planned to accommodate motorcyclists dressed in Christmas costumes. This event was mentioned alongside news from the Bournemouth Echo.
The Salvation Army has issued a Christmas plea for support, highlighting the impact of current cost of living pressures. This appeal was reported by the Bournemouth Echo.
Performers have been announced for this year's Christmas pantomime in Bournemouth. Tickets for the show are available starting from £19.
The Cinderella pantomime is returning to Bournemouth Pavilion for Christmas, featuring a cast of local dancers and West End stars. Melanie Walters will also be part of the production.
Trethowans held their annual Dorset Christmas drinks event at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth this year. The event marked a landmark year for the company and supported a local charity.
A Christmas Tree Festival is set to spread joy throughout the weekend in Bournemouth. The event will feature a variety of decorated trees.
A charity appeal is underway to help families in need this Christmas, including those in Bournemouth and Poole. The appeal is fronted by a seriously ill 14-year-old.
Daish's Holidays will serve 18,000 turkey dinners during their festive coach breaks. This includes offerings at their Bournemouth Sands hotel, providing Christmas and New Year's celebrations.
Lighthouse has launched its annual Big Christmas Appeal to help battle loneliness and isolation this festive season. The Bournemouth Echo reports on the charity's efforts to support those in need.
AFC Bournemouth legends Steve Fletcher and Jimmy Glass switched on the Christmas lights at Tops Day Nurseries Bearwood. The event delighted families and marked a festive start to the season.
Christmas lights have been switched on at local care homes, bringing festive cheer to residents. One care home adorned its Christmas tree with beautiful lights as part of their early festivities.
The YMCA Bournemouth will host a Christmas Concert at St Peter's Church on December 13th. The event aims to raise funds and gifts for local homelessness charities.
A councillor who objected to the installation of Bournemouth Christmas Wonderland, including the UK's longest ice rink, has alleged possible corruption. The ice rink plans were met with objections.
Harry Redknapp joined the Bournemouth Coastal BID's celebrations to officially switch on the Christmas lights. He also took the time to meet local residents during the festive event.
A convoy of Santas on motorcycles delivered toys to underprivileged children in Bournemouth. This event supports a call for residents to donate unused toys for Christmas.
The Toy Appeal, which began in 2013, is set to provide festive sacks to 75,000 children across the UK this Christmas. Bournemouth residents are encouraged to donate unused toys to support this initiative.
Cinderella is making a comeback to Bournemouth Pavilion after a 15-year absence, promising festive cheer. The theatre, a long-standing part of Bournemouth's Christmas celebrations, will bring joy to the community.
The 'Step Into Christmas' event is being promoted, offering a seasonal experience. Details about the event can be found via newsquest.co.uk, with the Bournemouth Echo building listed as a contact point.
A local shopping centre will host a variety of Christmas events, featuring live performances by local choirs. The Salvation Army Band and the Bournemouth & District Concert Band are scheduled to perform.
The show 'That'll Be Christmas' is set to bring festive cheer to Bournemouth International Centre as part of its UK tour. The performance will feature holiday hits and comedy.
A garden centre is hosting festive events throughout December, featuring performances by the Bournemouth District Concert Band. The band is scheduled to play on multiple Sundays in the lead-up to Christmas.
Bournemouth shoppers are being encouraged to 'shop with purpose' this Christmas season. This initiative aims to promote mindful consumerism during the holidays.
Bournemouth Tesco customers are urged to donate long-life food items to support Trussell and FareShare. This collection aims to help individuals and families facing hunger this Christmas.
Morebus services in the Bournemouth area will have altered schedules during the Christmas and New Year period. Passengers are advised to check the updated timetables for travel plans.
A care home in Bournemouth is set to host a festive 1950s-themed Christmas tea party. The event aims to bring a touch of vintage holiday cheer to residents.
Bongo's Bingo is returning to Bournemouth's O2 Academy for a series of festive events. This popular entertainment offering promises a unique Christmas experience for attendees.
Lush is hosting a Christmas Creations Workshop in Bournemouth's Lower Gardens, inviting people to participate in Santa's Workshop. This event offers a festive and hands-on holiday activity.
Bongo's Bingo is set to make a comeback to Bournemouth for its Christmas Cracker shows, promising a chaotic and bingo-infused celebration to end 2025. The event is highly anticipated by the local community.
A Christmas Tree Festival is returning to Bournemouth for its second year, offering a festive display for the community. This event is a popular seasonal attraction.
James Partridge is bringing a nostalgic singalong carols show to Bournemouth Pavilion, which was filmed by the BBC. The festive event features audience participation and is part of a UK tour.
The Green party is calling for planning reforms following uncertainty surrounding Bournemouth's Christmas Ice rink. This highlights ongoing discussions about the future of the popular seasonal attraction.
Skate Bournemouth, the UK's longest ice rink, has been granted a temporary reprieve and can remain open for now. The rink, run by the Bournemouth Christmas Company, only opened on November 13th.
YMCA Bournemouth is running its 'Prezzies for Rezzies' Christmas gift appeal. They are seeking donations for residents in supported housing and homeless individuals.
Mulligans Bournemouth is offering a 20% discount on gift vouchers for activities like crazy golf and electro-darts during Black Friday Week. These vouchers make ideal Christmas gifts for friends and family.
Bournemouth Echo UK reports that Christmas memorial services are being offered at local crematoria. These services aim to provide comfort to those missing a loved one during the holiday season.
A charity has launched its Christmas appeal, warning that demand for its services is at an all-time high. The Bournemouth Echo UK highlighted the urgent need for support this holiday season.
Bournemouth's Christmas festive event, Skate Bournemouth, may have its planning permission refused shortly after opening. This news comes as a blow to the UK's oldest ice rink.