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We go to SoBo regularly, it’s a fabulous vibe, we feel part of a community there.
A supporter in Poole · signed 6 days ago
It has been the exact sort of vibe that was missing from the area. That’s the area of beach we often visit and always use their facilities. We have never had a negative experience.
Nathan, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
I visit my friends there all the time with my daughter.
A supporter in the UK · signed 6 days ago
I swim here and the community spirit of SOBO beach makes it special.
A supporter in Poole · signed 6 days ago
Its a fantastic place for families and everyone
James, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
It has provided a much needed modern facility in what was a neglected area. It has put the SOBO in Southbourne and should be rewarded for this.
Peter, Christchurch · signed 6 days ago
I swim here, the food and atmosphere and music is amazing and it has provided a fabulous community which never existed before.
Caroline, Southampton & Hampshire · signed 6 days ago
I swim here regularly. SOBO provides superb facilities and a great community atmosphere. It exactly what makes Southbourne the popular place it is and losing it to some generic establishment will be tragic.
Kirsty, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
Community hub, offers something different than the usual corporate names.
Richard, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
A real local asset with a fantastic community feel the whole year round. It would be so shortsighted not to preserve a venue which is totally right for the beach in that non tourist location.
Simon, Salisbury · signed 6 days ago
My parents live in southbourne and when I come to visit from London we spend most of our time in sobo!! My puppy loves it, the nights out are fabulous, and even in winter it’s a great place to grab a morning coffee on a cold but sunny day
A supporter · signed 6 days ago
Meet up with friends coffee breakfast swimming ice cream drinks all of it!!
Caroline, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
I moved here 2 years ago and SOBO beach is one of my favourite places. One I love to share with visiting friends and family. And we love the Sunday Sessions. In such a short space of time, it’s become an institution and it would be too sad for it to disappear.
Nadine, Boscombe · signed 6 days ago
Community hub
Alex, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
It is a totally unique and enjoyable venue to go to with great atmosphere
Lawrence, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
It’s an amazing place. My partner has DJ’d there a lot and it is somewhere we visit regularly
Melanie, the UK · signed 6 days ago
I love this friendly happy place. I have DJ'd there too.
Michael · signed 6 days ago
We use it alot and is great for the community winter and summer.
Paul, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
Great place for community well being and getting together. X
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
Amazing place to go out, very community minded which is great for clubs, groups and charities. That benefit local people. Listen to the people
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
It's a great safe place to meet friends, which is used by people of all ages.
Susan, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
A lovely cafe to have a snack and coffee along with all the activities some which l go to, l want to keep it exactly how it is.
Roger, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
Everything! I take my kids down throughout the year, rain or shine I walk down meet family and friends Christmas Day is awesome in the morning I feel so safe I have never seen trouble or police down there it’s just a happy place please don’t change what isn’t broken
Rebecca, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
I come here for a walk along the beach and a coffee in the mornings. It’s friendly and reasonably priced. I love the vibe.
Amanda, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
One of the best things about living in Southbourne
A supporter in Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
A friend lives here and Iove it
Lindsey, the UK · signed 6 days ago
I love the area and live here
Jackie, Southbourne · signed 6 days ago
We walk here regularly and always stop for a coffee or cold drink.An informal and friendly, atmospheric cafe/ bar. Why change what is a great place to stop and chill?
Louise, Ferndown · signed 6 days ago
BCP have failed to award the lease (to SOBO or other bidders) according to the original offer. To withdraw from SOBO now would be inappropriate. A new full offer and bid with public scrutiny should be run and SOBO lease extended until the process is complete.
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
It brings a community together whether you have dogs children love music love eating love the beach it brings us all together in a happy place
Jacqueline, Bournemouth · signed 6 days ago
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