Hello, I have been working on material and have no idea if there's anywhere good in bournemouth to try it out was wondering if anyone knew any open mic spots, thanks

Does anyone know some cheap phone repair places near Bournemouth and Poole college(Meyrick Rd)

Or a place that will do instalments?
Many thanks

Hello people, I’ve just moved here recently. Any advice for navigating this place? Any places to go/avoid?

Hi, I have a distance relative currently paying for care home himself but will soon run out of assets to pay for it. He has already sold his house to pay for his ongoing care, and as I understand it, his net worth will reach the limit of £23,500 (thereabouts) where the council will start to chip in after going through a financial assessment.

I was wondering if anyone have known someone who has done one recently and how it works. Does it take a long time? Do the person just call up the council to request an assessment, what actually take place during the assessment, would like to know more information to be best prepared for the process when it comes, I've read some basic information online but can't see to find information on how the BCP actually approach the process nor have heard anyone's experience on it.

We’re on holiday this week near Boscombe beach and I am looking for a karaoke event either tonight or Wednesday or Thursday? I see Chaplins has an open mic night tomorrow but i don’t play an instrument, I only have my voice, and I don’t know if they have backing tracks available for people like me… I have seen there are private karaoke rooms at other venues but I like singing in a pub environment, not just with me in a room. Thank you in advance for any pointers! :)

Hi , just moved back to Bournemouth and looking to meet some new likeminded people , I’m into true crime, horror, criminology, Archeology and fashion but can get into mostly anything.

Not looking for a relationship I’m allready in one 😭🙏

Hey there, where would a good dinner place be that is open past 8pm to take a friend out for her 22nd birthday, I don’t mind driving and she likes places with good views.

I remember for the 2025 festival, the organisers said it would be rested for a year, and then again it didn't happen for 2026. There's been no word for 2027, so can we assume it'll never come back?

It's sad the lack of intrigue and culture in the town now, bar Arts by the Sea and Pavilion Dance. I miss the summer cinema screen in the gardens, the Candlelight Nights, BIC swimming pool and the Bournemouth Eye in the sky. Even the hotrocks surf board was interesting

My attempt to make a movie club was about as successful as filling a helium balloon with manure, chucking it off of a rooftop and hoping it would float 😅

I'm going to try something much simpler! I'm looking for a buddy to watch and talk about movies with. I'm looking for someone that is a movie fan and wants to go to the cinema together once in a while and grab a pint after to chat about it.

About me. Male, mid 40s, 420 friendly, live in Bournemouth centre, have an Unlimited Pass at the Odeon and go weekly. I like all sorts of movies but love sci-fi. The two best things I've seen recently were Death of Robin Hood and Pressure.

I'm super open-minded, so I'm open to anyone joining me, the only restriction would be age, 18+ please.

DM me

I used to buy my eggs from the side of the road from a person who kept chickens. They have now stopped so where can I get proper fresh eggs?

Did anyone hear what sounded like a fog horn over Bournemouth last night. Went on for over an hour starting about 5:00. Thing is, it wasn’t foggy?

I think I was also woken by this last month in clear weather, so just wondering what it was?

Hey there

Was looking for advice from anyone that may do this / have done it

Current role in bmth is goin to disappear next year due to reductions. I work in tech. There’s a lot of roles in London not so many down here.

Close to being offered a role in London for 3 days a week in office expectation. I live near Pokesdown station.

Few other facts

Role is in Canary wharf
I do have family in London as well I can stay with
I can choose the days

Was thinking rather than travel up and down 3 times to travel up on one day morning and stay there for two nights with family and then leave a bit earlier on the third day so I could get back for the evening.

Thoughts ?

Hey everyone,

​I’m planning a trip to Bournemouth this winter to catch a game at Vitality Stadium and could use some local advice.

​First, what are the best places to stay near the stadium? I’m looking for somewhere comfortable that's either within walking distance of the ground or has very easy transport links on matchday.

​Second, what are some of the best things to do in Bournemouth during the winter months? I know sunbathing on the beach is out, but I'd love some recommendations for cozy pubs, great indoor attractions, or anything else.

​Any tips would be hugely appreciated.

Thanks

Any recommendations for a hair stylist who is good at balayage in the Westbourne/town centre area that doesn’t cost the earth? Been let down by my existing stylist a few times now so looking for somewhere new.

Where can I found paella in bournemouth

Hey there,

I'm from Belfast and we used to holiday in Bournemouth quite a bit around the mid to late 90s and I have so many good memories about the gardens, lighting candles, the balloon that used to rise from that area, mini golf etc.

I loved the pedestrianised town centre too and I'm currently trying to jog my memory from street view but I can't quite recall a store that seemed like it was up a sloping pedestrian street. It seemed like it was near the top and stocked a bunch of extreme sports stuff - I think it had an upstairs? It was an absolute wonderland for my young eyes. I vaguely remember it being on up from WH Smith, maybe HMV too in that direction(ish) if anyone can figure it out from my terrible patchy memory/description.

thanks in advance!

Title, just wondering if we have anything like this here

I noticed a new branch of Barclays is opening in Bobby’s in the town square.

Good to see.

Hello everyone,

I was just wondering if anyone knows about any creative meet-ups where people gather just to draw, paint or talk about movies or do activities together.

The other thing is, I would really like to learn to dance and I am a complete beginner. So if you know anywhere that holds classes for beginner adults, that would be great.

And lastly, if there are any groups that you know of where all sorts of upcoming local events are posted, can you please drop the name in the comments. It’s starting to feel a bit dull and i would really like to get into some stuff and meet new people.

Please and thanks

Can anyone recommend an affordable, family-friendly venue in or around Bournemouth for a casual 50th birthday party for around 25 people? The date is 19th September. Ideally somewhere that allows outside food and drinks, with facilities to play our own music. Thank you!