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The community and support since having my first child has enabled me to feel more connected and less alone. I meet friends for walks/play dates on a weekly basis whilst enjoying coffee and comfort from Sobo. Young mothers need a place a safe place all year round to regroup, chat and support each other without the stress or anxiety of booking a table or attending a more formal cafe/restaurant.
A supporter in Christchurch · signed 8 days ago
A safe community space for local people.
Joanna, Christchurch · signed 8 days ago
I walk here with my 92 year old mother , several times a week and have a cuppa and chat. Also meet friends.
Debbie, Bournemouth · signed 8 days ago
Its my favourite place, please do not shut down
Georgia, Bournemouth · signed 8 days ago
The amazing community feel!! The vibes it brings, it accepts everyone of all ages and brings people together🤍
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 8 days ago
A great community hub
Heather, Bournemouth · signed 8 days ago
I’m a local. It’s there for me to meet friends and family all year round with the most breathtaking views.
Gaye, Southbourne · signed 8 days ago
It has a wonderful community feel with so much going on all year round
A supporter · signed 8 days ago
Community Safe for children Happy vibes Local Good food
Caroline, Southbourne · signed 8 days ago
Sobo is a vibrant community hub that is utilised by all ages. I would like the council to be transparent and publish the scoring methodology and how the tenders were scored. I am mindful that SOBO beach can demonstrate and share actual revenue costs compared to others that would only have projected - which could differ from what they actually achieve.
Mel, Southbourne · signed 8 days ago
a wonderful place to go and sit and watch the sea while sipping a healthy oat smoothie. A place where people can come and be together and do some work..It is quirky and has an individual character.These kind of places are extremely important for community and mental wellbeing
A supporter in Christchurch · signed 8 days ago
It is a great place to meet friends and family
Alan, Southbourne · signed 8 days ago
I love brining my parents down here x
Alice, Southbourne · signed 8 days ago
It brings together our community
A supporter in Boscombe · signed 8 days ago
Great atmosphere, offers something different for the area and gives a good feeling to anyone visiting the beach for the first time.
Rebecca, Poole · signed 8 days ago
So many great memories shared there. It is ONE of the ONLY decent places along the beach and has supported a strong community.
Sam, Poole · signed 8 days ago
I visit for coffee and food with family and alone . It’s the perfect place to watch the sunset and i can take my dog in with no restrictions .
Marion, Southbourne · signed 8 days ago
We are regular visitors and love the community there
Jayne, Bournemouth · signed 8 days ago
SOBO beach is a fantastic addition to the beach front. It has brought the community together and I hope it is here to stay. Bournemouth desperately needs some attention and improvement. Do not remove the one place that makes Bournemouth beach front better.
Holly, Southbourne · signed 8 days ago
It is a great facility and really has become an important part of the community. Delivering a meeting point for so many with access to the facility at the same time.
Andrew, Christchurch · signed 8 days ago
A great community hub for so many reasons
Matthew, Poole · signed 8 days ago
Myself and kids go regularly and meet up with friends
Leigh, Bournemouth · signed 8 days ago
When living in Bournemouth I went to sobo beach every morning, it’s different, cosy, friendly, I visit there every single time I go back without fail. The beach wouldn’t be the same without it!
A supporter in Plymouth · signed 8 days ago
A meeting place for friends and family. Please don't change it
Ashley, Southbourne · signed 8 days ago
It brings the community together for a relaxing place at the beach. It has a feel good energy unlike anywhere else locally. Lots of other dog friendly people!
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 8 days ago
It is a wonderful asset to the community and to see it close due to an uninformed decision by the council is heartbreaking for the people who have worked so hard to make it a special place.
Sarah, Christchurch · signed 8 days ago
It’s a fabulous social meeting place providing good food & drinks at all times of day & friendly staff. Dog friendly too. Our go to place on the seafront especially on dog walks. Would be such a miss. They put so much on too.
Kirsten, Verwood · signed 9 days ago
I regularly use the cafe after a swim and always bring guests here on a beautiful walk it’s the perfect stopping off venue
A supporter in Broadstone · signed 9 days ago
It’s the best and only place I visit on the coast for coffee and drinks. The staff are friendly, there are always amazing events on and it’s built such a positive community wider than Southbourne.
A supporter in Ferndown · signed 9 days ago
I visit it all year round.
Keri, Broadstone · signed 9 days ago
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