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  • This is our go to part of the beach, we love Sobo Beach because it’s rough and ready and relaxed. It’s got a unique vibe that we love. I’m not interested in any high-end swanky places on southbourne beach.

    Naomie, Southampton & Hampshire · signed 1 day ago

  • It's a great place for families. It's a welcoming atmosphere and it's affordable (unlike other places on Bournemouth beachfront!)

    A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago

  • It’s a fantastic community space, it’s unique and a great place to socialise. It has something for everyone, it is a great concept and a huge benefit to not only Southbourne but the wider conurbation.

    A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago

  • We love to visit and its a reason why we travel to the area. Please dont change it.

    Peter, the UK · signed 1 day ago

  • SoBo really is one of the best businesses BCP could ask for! It’s just so warming to be somewhere that fits in with its environment and community rather than another beach side commercial venture for the few. It’s a special place I love to go every week, especially now with my puppy.

    Jane, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago

  • There should be more places like this along the sea front!!!

    A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago

  • arts , crafts Yoga, running, dancing, eating , drinking, nature, all thes aspects of positive life SOBO is the core. Why on earth would you disrupt a business that is needed and actually used ! BCP needs more of these successful businesses.

    Joanne, Westbourne · signed 1 day ago

  • It's a great asset to Bournemouth

    Angus, Poole · signed 1 day ago

  • It's a community beach to be used and appreciated throughout the year.

    A supporter in Christchurch · signed 1 day ago

  • Been there & great venue

    A supporter in Poole · signed 1 day ago

  • I’ve been very lucky to play Sobo a few times now and every time I come down to DJ, you can tell it’s a family affair. So many people come down every Sunday afternoon for a boogie. All friendly people just wanting to have a great time. Without this, the culture in BMTHis gone. What the council and government officials forget is that music really is a healer and going out and being social is good for everyone’s health (mentally and physically). Sobo has actually helped me! Sobo is legendary! 🙏❤️

    Charlie, the UK · signed 1 day ago

  • It is a great commity hub, always busy and friendly. Many groups use it for exercise and wellbeing meet up. It's relaxed atmosphere is great for Southbourne, we don't want a high end expensive restaurant

    Peter, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago

  • A great place for all ages. Has made Southbourne beach come alive. So so much better than a standard restaurant offering.

    A supporter in Southbourne · signed 1 day ago

  • Sobo beach provides a community and provides lots of wellness events which support the community.

    A supporter in Christchurch · signed 1 day ago

  • We have a brilliant time here in the Summer as a family. Our kids lo e going back

    A supporter in the UK · signed 1 day ago

  • As a family we love to walk our dog t that part of the beach and we love stopping off at SOBO beach for a drink. The staff are amazing and the environment is fantastic, why change what we have for the community.

    Paula, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago

  • Excellent social area in summer and lovely pleasant place to sit for a coffee in winter

    Adrian, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago

  • It's a very popular place to go all year round and people are using the facilities why would you change the formular !!

    Lee, Poole · signed 1 day ago

  • I go to Sobo beach every week and love the relaxed beach bar vibe. It's a venue with a real point of difference and really adds to the community.

    Sam, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago

  • Its the perfect beach bar for a chill and beverage and has always got a cool vibe going on

    Martin, Poole · signed 1 day ago

  • I swim and walk there and have fun with all our family its beautiful

    A supporter in the UK · signed 1 day ago

  • I attend weekly for social events

    Claire, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago

  • A great place to meet up with family and friends.

    Ian, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago

  • My friend lives just across the road from SOBO and we go there often. It is one of it's kind in the area!

    Michaela, Poole · signed 1 day ago

  • It’s a great community hub for the family

    A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago

  • Sobo Beach is my go-to place, a real gem that holds a special place in my heart. ❤️ There’s just something about it that brings a sense of peace, happiness, and connection. It’s one of those places you keep coming back to, where you can unwind.

    Bettina, Westbourne · signed 1 day ago

  • A great community group for yoga and coffee with friends. A place that everyone can enjoy, not just for people that can afford it (unlike Rockwater who charge for the privilege)

    A supporter in Poole · signed 1 day ago

  • I visit regularly with my dog and meet friends

    A supporter · signed 1 day ago

  • I meet there with my friends regularly: it is the only decent and modern seafront establishment in the vicinity

    A supporter · signed 1 day ago

  • I often stop here for drinks when in the area for a walk

    A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago

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