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6,198 messages left by people who signed the petition. Bad language, links and allegations are held for review, and we remove anything inappropriate.

  • Because it’s a great location and a welcome focal point for the local community

    Stephen, Westbourne · signed 3 days ago

  • I use that part of the beach regularly and have enjoyed the hospitality SOBO gives in this area

    Mrs, Poole · signed 3 days ago

  • Great location with a special beach vibe

    A supporter in Christchurch · signed 3 days ago

  • It's great place on the beach and for a disabled person it's great 👍

    Zoey, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago

  • Great vibe, casual hub that keeps people happy

    Hayden · signed 3 days ago

  • I really on the social gatherings for my mental health as I live on my own

    Mandy, Poole · signed 3 days ago

  • We need more small businesses in the area. Not just one or two favoured large service providers for the whole BCP area.

    David, Poole · signed 3 days ago

  • The atmosphere, sun, winter, rain it is welcoming. Healthy delicious food a cold drink or a hot drink when cold! It is the heartbeat of Sobo. Friends and relationships are better for it

    Claudia, Boscombe · signed 3 days ago

  • My family love this place and they never a family gathering when they don't mention it ! I'm in Poole and have popped by once and the community vibe was palpable.

    Peter, Poole · signed 3 days ago

  • It’s just WOW

    Adrian, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago

  • It’s a fantastic place

    Kelly, Poole · signed 3 days ago

  • Nearly 80 years old but enjoy walk down with my cousin for a pint every week. Lovely location and owners have it just right for locals of all ages.

    Douglas, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago

  • Sobo is a lovely beach bar to relax, socialise and have some drinks by the beach. When I go on dog walks with my family, I always enjoy going to the beach bar to spend time with my family by the beach. I also go there to a women’s social club called Sisters of Stoke, where some of their fun beach events are held. I am concerned about Sobo closing down because it may affect future events I go to with Sisters of Stoke, as the events I attended have boosted my wellbeing.

    Daisy, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago

  • It's a wonderful 🏖️place to go to fills my local ♥️ with joy 🎉

    Monica, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago

  • Sobo is such a special place to me and I always bring family and friends here when they are visiting. Bournemouth would lose a very significant part of its brand without sobo.

    Natasha, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago

  • I love this place and so do my friends and daughter . I moved to Christchurch last year and this is such a special place .. great for all ages.

    Lesley, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago

  • Just love the vibe, and the coffee. Such a feel good place all year round.

    A supporter in Christchurch · signed 3 days ago

  • Great atmosphere and no where else like it

    Robbie, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago

  • I’ve worked there, brought my kids for lunch, grabbed coffee for a dog walk and enjoyed Sunday sessions, each time I’ve been welcomed. It’s truly unique and diverse. Don’t let the sun set on SOBO

    Rob, Ringwood · signed 3 days ago

  • Me and my family always visit Sobo Beach when we’re down in Bournemouth visiting my family it’s such a lovely place with a great vibe that can’t be replicated. they’ve looked after the beach and toilets they deserve to stay

    David, the UK · signed 3 days ago

  • I run and walk and swim and cycle here several times a week. The unique and charming character of the area offers something different to the other beachside venues further up this coast. The local public love the venue for its authentic charm - not just because its located at the nearest beach. The public should be consulted about the tender and it should not be decided on based only on predicted revenue. There are some things that you cannot put a price on.

    Linda, Boscombe · signed 3 days ago

  • I’ve been a customer for many years.

    Mark, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago

  • Sobo Beach has literally never let me down. It is the reason I stay hydrated and nourished while I am on the beach. I have brought my family who live all the way in America to visit this beach because the Sobo garlic fries are unmatched and no one could do them better. Whether it is a Friday night and I need a good cocktail on the beach,if I forgot my lunch after hours of sunbathing, or if I need a hot cocoa in the winter because I thought it wasn’t too cold to come to the beach, Sobo is there.

    Kayla, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago

  • I’ve had amazing family memories there and don’t want them to end, it’s the best place to go in the evening

    Bethany, Surrey & Hampshire · signed 3 days ago

  • Swim there. My children go to the events

    Roger, Boscombe · signed 3 days ago

  • I just love the vibe, the music and the community spirit

    Neil, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago

  • Love brunch there, perfect pit stop during bike ride, silent disco such fun. When ever I go its always so much fun, relaxing and friendly

    Michaela, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago

  • Sobo beach is such a key part of southbourne beach. It brings friends, family, even strangers together. The staff are welcoming and friendly and the food service is amazing. I love all the events they throw out in the week to share good vibes, especially in the summer. Please don’t shut this place down it’s such a great place to come to for tourists and locals!

    A supporter in Christchurch · signed 3 days ago

  • It’s a wonderful meeting place and will be such a loss to the community.

    Amanda, Berkshire · signed 3 days ago

  • My wife and I use it probably once a month. It is by far the best facility along the whole BCP seafront. That’s a reflection of the team that run it and why they must be allowed to continue their journey.

    David, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago

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