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We have a flat nearby and enjoy going to SOBO for coffee and tea
Lynda, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
It's a unique and special place location to spend time in a wonderful location, whether that's on your own or with friends and family. The decision should be based on what residents would like too and not just be a financial decision. We should be listened to and not have a important decision made by a handful of people.
David, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
It’s a fun spot I go to for peace of mind
Deborah, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
We love going to SOBO and also taking visitors there. Super proud of the venue and adds to the value of the area. Please keep it going!
A supporter in Boscombe · signed 3 days ago
Community of people running small successful businesses. It's so popular and brings in people from all over.
Greg, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
I like having a drink there
Susanne, the UK · signed 3 days ago
I don't want the site to become an eyesore
Barbara, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
Community matters to all of us
A supporter in the UK · signed 3 days ago
It’s the heart of southbourne, the heart of the people who live here, not just tourists!!!
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
It’s its own independent character, and the place is for all people of different backgrounds. Run by local people FOR local people and visitors. We don’t want global companies gobbling up local people’s way of life to make big profit. Enough of that has ruined Bournemouth Poole and Christchurch over the years. Take the price of parking along our beaches. It’s a community for everyone. Leave us all alone. It’s helped so many people. We all love it as it is. Not many character places left in BCP
Debbie, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
I attend weekly art sessions at Sobo beach. I lost my wife last December and doing those sessions at Sobo Beach with the beautiful seaview and the sound of the waves has helped me to deal with her loss. It has definitely been good for my mental well-being and the coffee is great too!
Ivan, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
I joined Sisters of Stone when I was in a bad place in my life and they meet at SOBO beach a lot and now I'm happy and have made the best friends anyone could ever ask for. Losing SOBO will mean less hang out spots for us girls who just wanna make new friends
Tamzin, Wimborne · signed 3 days ago
Its where me and my friends all get to meet up, enjoy the beach and relax after a busy day.
A supporter in Christchurch · signed 3 days ago
I surf and swim at southbourne every week - sobo is my go to for pre/post swim and surf drinks and I always recommend to friends from other places in England.
Natalia, Southampton & Hampshire · signed 3 days ago
I walk and run regularly and it is lovely and friendly place to stop and enjoy the day
Steven, Ringwood · signed 3 days ago
Such a friendly and unique venue that really does bring the community together.
Nicole, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
Lovely staff , so welcoming and friendly, what’s not to like?!
Frances, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
Swimming communities are so important for mental health and connection
A supporter in the UK · signed 3 days ago
SOBO - It’s a fantastic place to eat, drink, socialise and dance! 😉
Brett, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
Why try and mend something that’s not broken!! Leave it alone, fab place.
A supporter in Ringwood · signed 3 days ago
I come here to visit family and sobo is a lovely inclusive affordable venue for all ages of family
Jane, Plymouth · signed 3 days ago
We visit several times a week. It’s the only part of Bournemouth we feel is safe fun and family oriented
Marie, Southampton & Hampshire · signed 3 days ago
I am a dog walker and cold water swimmer. we have our community group swim from Sobo twice a week. She of the ladies are elderly and we are their only contact to the outside world. also in summer it is a wonderful destination, where locals meet up.
Angela, Boscombe · signed 3 days ago
It has a good reputation for having a great atmosphere 🙂
Matthew, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
I swim here regularly and enjoy walking/ the prom
James, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago
I live locally, walk my dog and go for coffee here. My daughter loves dancing here and a baby chino also playing outside it’s so family friendly. I also attend Jenny Tarr’s sketchbook club which has helped me creatively but also through a really tough period in my life. Local Community here is strong and supported. Would hate to see it go.
Charlotte, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
It’s where me and my friends meet up every week
Alex, Christchurch · signed 3 days ago
It’s the best place in the area, has food and drinks when we are at the beach . That’s where we spend the last few summers !
Iva, Southbourne · signed 3 days ago
It does so much for the community and is a great place to meet family and friends when we visit. We love it!
A supporter in the UK · signed 3 days ago
Perfect place for coffee or wine on my favourite beach when walking my dog - will be a big loss to the community if it closes
Louise, Bournemouth · signed 3 days ago
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