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I attend weekly for social events
Claire, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
A great place to meet up with family and friends.
Ian, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
My friend lives just across the road from SOBO and we go there often. It is one of it's kind in the area!
Michaela, Poole · signed 5 days ago
It’s a great community hub for the family
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
Sobo Beach is my go-to place, a real gem that holds a special place in my heart. ❤️ There’s just something about it that brings a sense of peace, happiness, and connection. It’s one of those places you keep coming back to, where you can unwind.
Bettina, Westbourne · signed 5 days ago
A great community group for yoga and coffee with friends. A place that everyone can enjoy, not just for people that can afford it (unlike Rockwater who charge for the privilege)
A supporter in Poole · signed 5 days ago
I visit regularly with my dog and meet friends
A supporter · signed 5 days ago
I meet there with my friends regularly: it is the only decent and modern seafront establishment in the vicinity
A supporter · signed 5 days ago
I often stop here for drinks when in the area for a walk
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
We visit Bournemouth a few times a year and we always visit SOBO we love it great food and drink options and lovely staff.
Kenneth, the UK · signed 5 days ago
It’s a safe family and friends community place to meet all year round for locals.
Rachael, Christchurch · signed 5 days ago
Sobo is a great venue in the perfect location, it has such a good vibe and there's nothing not to love about the place. It should remain for everyone to enjoy.
Lynda, Ferndown · signed 5 days ago
It’s a great place to meet friends, day or night and enjoy the many community activities they provide. The location too is second to none.
Heather, Boscombe · signed 5 days ago
A truly wonderful unique freindly place that welcomes myself and My Dog...A real gem that the community needs x
Claire, Ferndown · signed 5 days ago
It's a lovely place to go with the kids and family and offers a great meat up place for friends
Mr, Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
It’s a great place to chill relax and enjoy.
Tony, Poole · signed 5 days ago
I love visiting SOBO Beach for a coffee while walking my dog. It’s a lovely place to stop, enjoy the beautiful surroundings and meet people. It has a wonderful community atmosphere and is a real asset to the area. It would be such a shame to lose it.
Paul, Dorset · signed 5 days ago
I swim there, bring my kids and dogs and walk and meet up with friends always having coffee breakfast or evening glass of wine
Lauren, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
I visit all year round
Laura, Christchurch · signed 5 days ago
It’s such a lovely atmosphere all year round and I don’t think any other business could carry forward or recreate that community here once SoBo Beach is gone.
Leanne, Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
SOBO is not just a venue but a community. They deserve the right to have a long lease, something they were never offered before. They not only provide a great space for people to enjoy but are actively involved in charities and community projects
A supporter · signed 5 days ago
Such a welcoming place and caters to all age groups. They are doing something different that the community wants
Jason, Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
I swim there and also have done amazing crafts on the bus whilst enjoying a drink.
A supporter in New Milton · signed 5 days ago
When I visit my family in the area I can always rely on a warm welcome for me and my dog.
Katy, the UK · signed 5 days ago
It’s our local go to when we want a coffee on the beach. We love the vibe and the community that has been built. They have invested so much into this and it’s very unfair if this goes to an operator who clearly has “contacts” within the council.
Gail, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
we enjoy relaxing there after our walks .
Kirsty, Southampton & Hampshire · signed 5 days ago
a decent , friendly place to drink and relax
Mr, Southampton & Hampshire · signed 5 days ago
I enjoy the atmosphere and coffee after a walk olong the beach
Denise, Ferndown · signed 5 days ago
Being together with friends, sea dipping, togetherness, meeting place, beauty.
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
To be able to go and get a drink, snack or shelter from the weather is so important to locals and tourists on this long stretch of beach. There is nowhere else on the seafront from Hengistbury to Fishermans.
Kim, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
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