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An incredible asset to the town --- why oh why would the council look to shut it down?
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
Friendly & safe place to meet with friends
A supporter in Salisbury · signed 5 days ago
It’s a great place for locals and visitors it’s not pretentious. Great vibe
A supporter in Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
It is much more than just a cafe/bar. It is a much needed popular community facility.
Christine, Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
It’s a community first, independent place. It’s awful to think a chain will replace them.
Katherine, London · signed 5 days ago
The community aspect and the events it holds brings business to the area
A supporter in Westbourne · signed 5 days ago
It's always acted as a safe space for me in terms of my mental wellbeing and my physical health being a disabled man. I am able to bring my niece and nephews here where they get a thrill out of having lunch on the bus, a memory i'm sure they'll want to keep on making whilst their young. It's a great place to meet different groups of people, in particular, i love seeing all the dogs coming in after their walks and nothing cheers me up best than a friendly wagging tail! Please keep Sobo open!
Callum · signed 5 days ago
It’s unique and suitable for all. Sobo Beach is amazing all year round not just summer. Love all the events they run - it’s just a gem on our coast for locals and visitors too. It has to stay 🤞
Margaret, Boscombe · signed 5 days ago
I love the vibe of the place :)
Zoe, Broadstone · signed 5 days ago
My house is local and it has proved to be a vital part of making me , my family and my dog feel that we belong in the area.
Helen, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
Beautiful memories and a place to escape to - love the natural feeling of community
A supporter · signed 5 days ago
My aunts fav place! Love coming in the summer!
A supporter in the UK · signed 5 days ago
Loved by all ages!
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
Bears on the beach. Swimming. Ice creams. Good vibes.
Simon, Boscombe · signed 5 days ago
Fabulous place to go , always busy and buzzing with life
Hilary · signed 5 days ago
Go for walks along the prom regularly and always go into SOBOS. Even more so now I have a dog as its dog friendly
A supporter in Christchurch · signed 5 days ago
Its a lovely place to spend time and an asset for people visiting
A supporter · signed 5 days ago
It's a beautiful, friendly venue, best one we've ever had at BCP bay. Open year round, no matter the weather, sheltered from the wind and rain, if needed.
Paulina, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
It’s such a lovely supportive hub for local People
Sandra, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
It's amazing for the community x 😁
Pearce, Poole · signed 5 days ago
We have nothing like SOBO beach anywhere in Dorset let alone the UK. Why would you want to lose it? It’s not just a community that’s been built here, it’s livelihoods.
Poppy, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
Fun , companionship, laughter, does mental health good , laughter good food, laughter meeting people, feeling safe when enjoying myself . Breaks peoples hearts to see it go . So please please please let it stay.
Carol, Christchurch · signed 5 days ago
It is the only place in the area that feels like it really embraces what the community want and need. Please do not let the ridiculous local officials ruin one of the only good things they have not taken away from Bournemouth already. We are also meant to be a tourist town what is left to attract them to the town.
Richard, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
It's a great place for socialising whislt enjoying the beach and the sunshine 🌞 Even on xmas day the community gets together for a fab party.
Annamaria, Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
It is always a great place to meet friends or even people you don't know! The place engenders a positive feeling and its informal setting and atmosphere is welcoming and has great coffee and food. We always take a walk down there whenever possible. It has brought life to a dead end of the beach! No one used to walk down that end but it now bustling and fun
Linda, Southbourne · signed 5 days ago
The present occupiers have spent years making this an attractive destination for our community, they should be allowed to stay and continue their wonderful service. I am shocked that the rug could be pulled from under them at this stage, so wrong. We love this place, dog walks, beach swims, brining friends and family somewhere fun, local and cool.
Caroline, Ringwood · signed 5 days ago
We love this space when we come to the area with our children. It adds so much to the community and has also been a great place to meet as a group!
Nicola, Southampton & Hampshire · signed 5 days ago
SOBO BEACH is a godsend. Perfect place to meet with family and friends. An asset to Southbourne Beach !! ⛱️ BCP save SOBA BEACH !!
A supporter · signed 5 days ago
It’s the atmosphere, the people, the food. Bournemouth needs places like SOBO to thrive. Why have such a beautiful coastline without somewhere complimentary to meet with friends, family, colleagues? Do the right thing BCP!
Andy, Bournemouth · signed 5 days ago
It’s a great place to go with friends or on my own throughout the year. They are always welcoming. It’s my go to place.
Elizabeth, Dorset · signed 5 days ago
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