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Well run venue what’s not to like. We need to keep businesses like SObo Beach .
David, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
It’s our coffee stop on dog walks, our sunset drinks spot and a place to bring visiting friends for lunch. But more than that it is a hub for the community, always a lovely atmosphere and full of people enjoying themselves. It would be an enormous loss for the area .
A supporter in Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
It's such a friendly place to go to.
Terry, Salisbury · signed 6 days ago
I must use the beach/ sea/ SOBO itself three/ four times every week- it’s a hub of the local community
A supporter in Christchurch · signed 6 days ago
Love going for a walk along Southbourne and grabbing some lunch or a lovely drink and relaxing in a great atmosphere the venue has created!
Shaun, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
Go regular as it's a vibrant venue ,and no other bar , meeting place ,can match it.
Suzanne, Christchurch · signed 6 days ago
We love to come down after our dog walk and sit and relax. Such a lovely atmosphere.
Elaine, Salisbury · signed 6 days ago
Such a great place to socialise and meet for a drink and a walk! Nowhere like it!
Maria, Christchurch · signed 6 days ago
Great cafe, happy environment to meet with family & friends, staff are lovely & the food & drinks are fab.
Sarah, Ferndown · signed 6 days ago
I have been numerous times for drinks and food with friends. Great atmosphere Also attend the wellnessbythesea events
A supporter in Southampton & Hampshire · signed 6 days ago
I choose to go on holiday to the area because I like to visit sobo beach.
A supporter in the UK · signed 6 days ago
It's a great place to meet friends, especially in the winter when all the tourists have gone.
Amy, Christchurch · signed 6 days ago
I gig here every summer - it is a gorgeous venue with a real community spirit. If it closes I will also lose a regular income and live music is really important in Dorset. This venue deserves it lease renewed to these wonderful owners.
Carley, Boscombe · signed 6 days ago
It's a great place to go any time & also for taking friends and family who come to visit. They add so much to the community & deserve all of our thanks
Tony, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
Great location, great vibes, great food and drinks too. Staff are always friendly and welcoming. It’s an amazing asset to Southbourne Beach. Please keep it open, we NEED IT!!! 🙏🏻🤞🏼 x
Christine, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
Great place to stop off on a dog walk all year round
Alexandra, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
Local, nice place to visit when walking with my children
A supporter in Christchurch · signed 6 days ago
We have a holiday home in Christchurch. We cycle to Southbourne beach regularly and SOBO has become a go to place come rain or shine, it’s a fantastic facility.
Natalie, the UK · signed 6 days ago
We are in our 80’s and always love having a coffee at Sobo beach bar! Nothing like it in Bournemouth area! Our daughter drives 2.5 hrs to come dancing here! They also do lots of good charity work. Unique place! Would hate to see it being yet another boring posh modern venue! This works just the way it is!
Michael, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
It's been an important part of my social life since it began a few years ago, I take my family my dog loves it and I meet my friends down there regularly.
Mr, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
This is so much more than a restaurant, it’s a lifestyle that supports the community. The promise from other vendors will mean nothing when a soul-less money grabbing restaurant replaces what is currently there.
Andy, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
My go to place every visit to the area, would be sgreat loss
Annette, the UK · signed 6 days ago
Not only does my family and my dog love this place I get great photos!!!! It’s a community space not to be removed
A supporter in Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
I’ve enjoyed many events & met lovely people. It’s built such a wonderful community, it’s an asset to the area
Lucy, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
As a holiday maker who visits beach year, Sobo is the one place that feels family friendly, welcoming and just a place that is open to everyone. Such a shame to see this place go
Beverley, London · signed 6 days ago
I’m only 19 but I come dancing here with my mum because it’s her “ happy place.” It connects us and I also love noise music and dancing on a beach! It’s amazing! We drive from Bristol to visit it!
Tyler, Bristol · signed 6 days ago
We have made many great memories in this place, it doesn’t deserve to be replaced .
Adam, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
Great place to enjoy coffee or lunch
A supporter in Southampton & Hampshire · signed 6 days ago
I was a dj there on Fri evenings throughout summer 2026. Always a positive atmosphere, lovely staff, lovely patrons, ppl coming together to make shared Sobo memories. Would be such a shame to lose this unique, community space. Incredible to see us all coming together to fight to keep our Sobo Beach where it absolutely belongs❤️
Daniela, Poole · signed 6 days ago
It is a vibrant community hub all year around with a special focus through winter which is unique to our area
Debbie, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
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