Bournemouth Daily Echo

The Bournemouth Daily Echo, often referred to as the Daily Echo or Bournemouth Echo, is a regional newspaper serving southeast Dorset, England. It covers the towns of Poole, Bournemouth, and Christchurch. This publication is produced by Newsquest (Southern) Limited and is released from Monday to Saturday. As of January 2013, it had a daily circulation of 16,395 copies.

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Best photos as hundreds of dogs return to Frenchie Fest

2 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Ross Marshall

19 1/1 FRENCHIE Fest brought toys, tricks and even a celebrity dog to the New Forest. More than 300 French Bulldogs descended on Exbury this weekend, April 19 and 20, for an unforgettable meet up at Frenchie Fest. Attendees were able to take their affectionate pups through the doggy assault course, talk to experts about training tips and let their dogs make many new friends.
Plans for 68-bedroom care home and eight open market houses approved

3 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Jason Lewis

3 1/1 Plans for a “state-of-the-art” care home have been given the green light. The scheme on the edge of Fordingbridge from Highwood Ventures 19 Limited also features eight open market dwellings. Members of New Forest District Council planning committee approved the application for the land east of Whitsbury Road at Tinkers Cross at a meeting on Wednesday, April 9.
These are all the roadworks taking place across BCP next week

4 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Sarah Cartlidge

These are all the roadworks taking place across BCP next week The following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies between April 21 and April 27: 1. Ashridge Avenue (Poole) – junction with Wimborne Road Temporary road closure on 31 March until 23 April during BCP resurfacing works. Signed diversion route in operation. 2.
Pictures show various parts of the town throughout 1964

5 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Ian Crump

6 1/1 Bournemouth in 1964 was a vibrant seaside town, experiencing a significant surge in popularity. It was a time of transition, marked by a blend of traditional seaside charm and the emergence of a new youth culture. The town continued to be a popular destination for holidaymakers, offering sandy beaches, piers, and traditional seaside attractions. The Mods and Rockers subcultures were prominent, and their clashes on Bournemouth’s beaches made national news.
Pensioners made their voices heard at Bournemouth International Centre

5 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Ian Crump

20 1/1 PENSIONERS carrying banners and chanting slogans marched from Bournemouth Square to the Conservative Party conference to demand a better deal from politicians. They joined a protest on October 5, 2004, organised by the Olde English Wessex Group, calling for an end to means-tested benefits. But while a similar march at the previous year’s Labour Party conference attracted hundreds of demonstrators, this time around there were less than 100.
London Marathon 2025: The Dorset residents taking part

5 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Sarah Cartlidge

The London Marathon (Image: Alamy/PA) RESIDENTS from across Dorset and the New Forest will take on the London Marathon next weekend. The world-famous race will see thousands take to the capital’s streets to raise millions of pounds for charity. We invited Daily Echo readers participating in the event on April 27 to get in touch with us and tell us their stories about why they are taking part.
Warning to 'stay away' from cliff edges due to risk of landslips

6 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Andy Jones

A rockfall in west Dorset (Image: Graham Hunt Photography) A warning has been issued to stay away from cliffs this Easter weekend due to the risk of rockfalls. As thousands are expected to visit Dorset's beaches this Easter bank holiday weekend, Dorset Council is reminding visitors to take care if near cliffs. Rockfalls are a common occurrence along the Jurassic coast with areas such as Charminster and Burton Bradstock particularly vulnerable.
Investigation due to take place into heath fire at Studland

6 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Sarah Cartlidge

The scene of the fire at Studland on April 17 (Image: Kelvin Futcher) AN investigation is due to take place into a fire that tore through heathland at Studland. A total of 25 firefighters battled the fire in Ferry Road on Thursday, April 17. A plume of smoke could be seen for miles around with the Sandbanks Ferry suspended for around four hours. Ferry Road was also closed off during the incident.
Violence erupted on the beach and streets of Bournemouth

6 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Ian Crump

7 1/1 More than 60 years on from the summer of discontent that gripped Britain's seaside towns, the echoes of violent clashes still reverberate. What began as a clash of subcultures on the beaches of the English coast quickly evolved into a national obsession, a symbol of societal upheaval, and a catalyst for profound cultural change.
Victoria School in Branksome travelled through time

6 days ago | bournemouthecho.co.uk | Ian Crump

52 1/1 Twenty years ago, an imaginative spectacle unfolded at Victoria School, Branksome. On July 21, 1999, the school grounds transformed into a time-travelling wonderland as pupils and staff participated in an annual sports day themed around the Ages of Man. Costumed in a dazzling array of historical attire, the 114 students were transported back through centuries. Read more: Do you remember this old Bournemouth pub?