Southbourne6 days agoIndie venues fight to keep grassroots gigs aliveMusic promoters share their love of grassroots gigs by local artists during Independent Venue Week.6 days ago18 Dec 2025'Misunderstanding' led to golf course campaignSolent Meads golf course will remain open but councillors say it was never in doubt.18 Dec 20259 Dec 2025Council looks to 'maintain access' to golf courseBCP Council explores how to improve biodiversity at Solent Meads golf course while keeping it open.9 Dec 20252 Sep 2025Hospitality firms call for urgent VAT cutPub and restaurants say that without a cut in the rate of VAT, they face an existential threat.2 Sep 202530 Aug 2025Beach bar sauna and toilet upgrade plans approvedSobo Beach cafe's plans to upgrade the public toilets include showers, changing rooms and a sauna.30 Aug 202521 Aug 2025Goat group 'furious' after feeding calls ignoredA resident fed the goats "poisonous cuttings" despite calls not to feed them at all, a group claims.21 Aug 20256 Jun 2025Vintage festival to charge for entry as costs riseThe vintage festival in Bournemouth will be ticketed for the first time in its 11-year history.6 Jun 20252 Jun 2025Beach bar seeks to upgrade 'awful' council toiletsA beach cafe wants to upgrade nearby public toilets to include showers, changing rooms and a sauna.2 Jun 20253 Mar 2025Outdoor activity centre revived by community groupThe water sports centre, which has been closed since 2020, has been taken over by a community group.3 Mar 2025...
