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Why are the council trying to fix what is not broken? This is a fantastic venue built by the current owner so leave it be!! Think of the community and what they want not what BCP want!
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
Everyone should have the opportunity to use the beautiful beach
Barbara, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
This is just what is needed for the community both in this area and beyond. A handful of people making a decision on something’s future when it is clearly frequented and appreciated by so many should have its future secured, not placed into jeapordy by a select few. Wake up BCP!
A supporter · signed 3 days ago
I swim and use it daily
Victoria, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
They are so community minded and are now an integral part of Southbourne beach. They have been mentioned in the Times & Telegraph making Southbourne a go- to place for many, people are now moving to thw area because of it . They have so many interesting and regular events that they put on and are open all year. There is so much to choose from and something for everyone. I shared a beach hut above Bistro on the Beach (which was never replaced an we weren't offered another elsewhere)
Yanina, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago
this place reminds me of back home which is very special to me, it makes me feel at peace and i’ve created beautiful memories here.
A supporter in the UK · signed 3 days ago
Gives the town a much needed sense of community
Marley, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago
Its a very special and beautiful venue that the public desperately need to remain open. There's very few beach cafes that still has the look and feel of what made Bournemouth a place where so many wanted to visit or live. Sobo is the quintessential place that still holds on to what Bournemouth was and its one of the only places left that I go to along the beach front that hasnt been negatively impacted by mass tourism in the town centre and Bournenouth pier region.
Andrew, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
We have family in Southbourne and visit regularly. We love this area and would be very disappointed for this to go ahead as we visit each time we come down
Angela, the UK · signed 3 days ago
Its a revenue driver for the area and a community hub. It has soft power.
Adrian, London · signed 3 days ago
What a fabulous asset to the local community and those of us that drop into the area on a regular basis.
Russell, Ringwood · signed 3 days ago
Regular visitor,will miss immensely
Anthony, the UK · signed 3 days ago
It's a space with genuine soul. It has brought such joy and vibrancy to the beach front in a way that only an independent business run with passion can. SoBo is a destination, it has charm and magnetism. The pride that the staff take in running it is infectious. It's run by people that understand what the locals want, not by a soulless corporation who only cares about money. In the decaying town that is Bournemouth can one small ray of light please be left to thrive??
Jennifer, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
Because it gives me a place to relax during my lunch break and after a busy week at work. It's a nice friendly local vibe and I've spent many times there. Without it the beach would be quieter and would be less reason for me to go.
David, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
Such a great happy place to chill and meet up with friends and family
Lesley, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago
It .matters because we come down every month to visit family and we visit the bar .
Mrs, the UK · signed 3 days ago
From early morning coffees, lunch with friends, or drinks on the beach in the evening Sobo Beach is invaluable as a destination.
Julian, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
Great meeting place & friendly staff
Elizabeth, Dorset · signed 3 days ago
Brings people together
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
i always come down here, such a lovely beach
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
My family use this place regularly and it’s a really important place for them to meet others and have such a great community space
A supporter in the UK · signed 3 days ago
I have met so many friends at Sobo beach and enjoyed multiple afternoons and evenings dancing and having a fabulous stress free afternoon. Sobo is the highlight of our summer, and the monthly Sunday sessions through the year are events we look forward to the thought of loosing Sobo genuinely makes me feel quite depressed. My son had his junior school leavers party there and we have many fond memories of Sobo and want it to live on for us and the wider community.
A supporter in Boscombe · signed 3 days ago
This is a place where people gather and get together. If BCP Council cared about people's interests and community, then they have no reason to shut down SOBO.
Matt, Poole · signed 3 days ago
It makes no sense to close somewhere that people love? BCP should restart the process and give residents a choice.
Sobo, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
I regularly pop in for a drink or snack when walking the promenade. Such lovely person and atmosphere
Christine, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
I visit regularly as my family live nearby I swim enjoy the beach & enjoy the cafe
Deborah, the UK · signed 3 days ago
Great place for coffee after a long beach walk
Sue, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
I am a regular 2-3 times a week. The effort they have put in over a short period should be recognised. BCP need to wake up to the assets they have.
Nigel, Ferndown · signed 3 days ago
Love to stop for a cuppa on our beach walks / litter picks
Gina, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
I come here every time I come to Southbourne Beach. It makes it the very special place that it is. Don't ruin a great thing
Emily, London · signed 3 days ago
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