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A fabulous place with a lovely, relaxed vibe and a warm, community spirit - great food, coffee and very dog friendly. It’s quirky and different and it always makes me feel happy - no wonder people travel so far to get here! 🤗
Julia · signed just now
I frequently stop here for a coffee or meet a friend for a drink. It has been great to have such a good quality reliable facility on the beach with a genuine interest in being part of the thriving SOBO community.
A supporter in Southbourne · signed just now
The sense of community is very apparent at Sobo beach No gender ,race or age issues just people all having fun together
A supporter · signed just now
I go here regularly. Weekly. For coffee. Food. Catch up with friends. It’s part of the charm of living here.
Oliver, Southbourne · signed just now
The perfect community hub in a beautiful location. I go all the time: after a swim, with friends, with kids. There is no where else like it!
Lois, Southbourne · signed 1 min ago
I meet friends to swim here all year round.
David, Bournemouth · signed 2 min ago
It is rare to see somewhere cater a second space to so many different people of different ages and ability. I know so many people who engage with the activities at SOBO that wouldn't necessarily have a means to do them elsewhere
Jade, Bournemouth · signed 2 min ago
It is run by the community for the community
A supporter in Poole · signed 4 min ago
It's a delight, quirky, interesting. I
A supporter in Poole · signed 5 min ago
It’s great as it is, change Bournemouth town centre instead
Matt, Christchurch · signed 7 min ago
Such a great place to go to. Since they have been there the whole area has improved. It is used by such a wide selection of people a great friendly place to meet all year including Christmas morning which has become a tradition for so many. Mental health is such a big part in our world, what is better than a walk by the sea, whatever the weather and a chat with a friend or sitting alone with a cuppa it always feel a safe place with friendly attentive staff.
A supporter · signed 8 min ago
Swimming, pilates, Don't try to fix something that isn't broke .. Council need to focus on sorting Bournemouth Town Centre!!
Fionarogers, Bournemouth · signed 8 min ago
I swim here every Friday and also come down on the weekends! I travel from out of the area just to go to SOBO - I know there’s other options but the only reason I go to that location is because of SOBO!
Gareth, Ringwood · signed 8 min ago
It's a lovely community hub. I cant imagine heading to Sobo beach and not going for a drink with my family at Sobo. Love it there and love the vibe. The area and beach won't be the same without it. They've worked so hard to provide a wonderful community area for all.
A supporter in Surrey & Hampshire · signed 8 min ago
I use SBO beach regularly, whether if it’s meeting friends or clients for coffee, stopping in during a walk or food and rest bite or on Sunday for a really good dance. It’s central to my daily life and I’d hate to see it go. The additional activities, yoga for example are brilliant and I’d be really lost without it!
Amy, Poole · signed 8 min ago
It’s the best thing to have ever been put on the beachfront. Stop putting greed over something people actually want
A supporter in Southbourne · signed 9 min ago
I discovered sobo beach 2 years ago I love it there i like the indoor hub with seating and the livevDJ s and music they have there I love the beatle car they have there as you walk down the path I like all the outdoor seating it has a real holiday feel about the place and its colour and the food and bars are great too and they always have great events there I have been lots of times I dont wantbot too close we need to keep it please
Sandra, Poole · signed 12 min ago
A great place to stop for a drink or bite to eat on a lovely beach walk
Sarah, Southbourne · signed 12 min ago
SOBO beach is somewhere different, you can go for a coffee or a drink and it always feels sp unique and a community!
A supporter in Wimborne · signed 12 min ago
It is a community space that brings people together. The location on the beach is perfect for everyone and ensures wellbeing in all shapes and forms. Loneliness and mental health are prevalent and we need places like this to support everyone
Paula, Southbourne · signed 13 min ago
I love walking there.
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 14 min ago
Great gathering place.
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 14 min ago
We live locally & use it all year round. It's a great addition to the local community & the current set up "get" the area, local community & residents. We absolutely don't want to lose it as it is.
Emma, Southbourne · signed 14 min ago
Such a great place for casual dining and they do such good community events
Nicky, New Milton · signed 15 min ago
Sobo is a great space for us to meet with our daughter who lives locally, for a walk & a coffee. The coffees are quite expensive now & if a new business takes over surely this will just increase the cost & subsequent prices to customers, pushing them away! Please seriously consider this. Not just for locals but for their extended families visiting xx
Frances, Salisbury · signed 16 min ago
We love walking down to the cafe it’s great spot for the family
Clare, Christchurch · signed 17 min ago
Such a great place, everyone welcome, friendly and just the place to be!
A supporter in the UK · signed 19 min ago
It is a great community place.
Sandra, Boscombe · signed 19 min ago
It’s a great place to go for a coffee with friends & most importantly dog friendly. Both my daughters have loved hanging out here as teenagers, it’s fun & has a wonderful community spirit.
Emily, Christchurch · signed 19 min ago
It is a vibrant and welcoming place which enhances the area
Deborah · signed 20 min ago
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