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It is a community, inclusive and simply incredible. You cannot replace it, and if you take it away, I could never return as it was. It is a legacy that belongs to the people. BCP pay attention, we all know you just want more money, we know you don't care, we know you will disregard this petition, but mark my words, whatever you choose to replace sobo will fail. For once do something right and let the people have their place.
Daiv, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago
It’s lovely beach bar, with great music, dog friendly, lively place which brought up local communities and families together. They also do lots of workshops, and is awesome
Lenka, Boscombe · signed 1 day ago
Sobo is a lifeline for local people, please don't take this away from us just for your pocket to be better lined.
Kathy, Christchurch · signed 1 day ago
SOBO Beach has a relaxing, vibe and is an enjoyable, friendly and safe place to enjoy food and dronks in a beautiful setting. It could lose its appeal under new ownets who would have to increase prices to make a return on their investment. It isn't broken, so it doesn't need fixing - leave it as it is, benefiting the local community.
Ian, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago
Its a great community hub fir locals and tourists Give a great atmosphere to our beautiful beach
Deborah, Christchurch · signed 1 day ago
Sunday Sessions
Lou, Ringwood · signed 1 day ago
It’s not just a beach bar, I’ve done silent yoga many times and silent discos, I also love listening to the music when sunbathing , met friends after our walks for hot chocolate wine and cocktails. It’s a total community place and loved by my daughter who is 11 and friends.
Vicki, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago
Sobo has created a venue that means so many different things to different people. Its somewhere just for a coffee whilst walking along the beach or somewhere to go for good value wholesome food and is an employer in the area. They have made this a unique place and should get the benefit of the hard work they have put into Sobo. It would not be the same if someone else takes it over
A supporter · signed 1 day ago
Sobo is a place I’ve gone on my own, with a friend, with my family. It is a lovely place.
Hollie, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago
I meet friends here for coffee at least twice a week. Just a great place to connect
A supporter in Southbourne · signed 1 day ago
Community needs to be protected in the devisive and isolating age we live in. I'm a former Bmouth resident and fully support any culture or arts.in the area still.
Nikki, the UK · signed 1 day ago
The current management have gone above and beyond to build a business for the community!!!! Tske thank note BCP it’s one area you don’t have to concentrate, on! Now get on with Bournemouth to encourage tourism to bring some money into the town
Sally, Christchurch · signed 1 day ago
I bring my grandchildren to Sobo all through summer. It’s a great place to meet friends all year round.
Daphne, Christchurch · signed 1 day ago
Everyone in our family uses Sobo, coffee, swimming, chats, dog walking. So fantastic to be able to bring the kids and it be so casual and friendly. The atmosphere and culture they have created is unrivalled and too special and precious to lose. All of the other beach cafes haven’t created the same culture and sense of belonging.
Louise, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago
My grandchildren who live in Stockton love this facility and beach
A supporter in Wimborne · signed 1 day ago
As a family we love our local Sobo Beach.
Susannah, Boscombe · signed 1 day ago
Because it brings the community together
A supporter in Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago
It brings our community together, it’s a place where you can feel like part of something on days when you need lovely people around you. We swim every week here and meet with friends and family there
Marianne, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago
Sobo is a place I come to with my toddler or my grandma because it is a space that is safe and comfortable for all ages and all seasons. I have been a local resident all my life and when Sobo replaced Bistro I believe it was one of the best things to happen to Southbourne beach. No one wants a stuffy overpriced restaurant. BCP should feel ashamed to take something so loved and respected by the community.
Tilly, Southbourne · signed 1 day ago
I use when visiting friends locally
A supporter in the UK · signed 1 day ago
This is a family venue. Something that this council seem to forget with every decision they’re left to make. Honestly embarrassed to say they’re our council these days.
Ceri, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago
I swim there every week with other veterans which is very important for our mental health.
Kevin, Broadstone · signed 1 day ago
Community
Jonathan, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago
This is a very important part of southbourne - I take my grandchildren there all the time
A supporter in Christchurch · signed 1 day ago
Sobo Beach is the heart of the community and very much the ‘go to venue’ on our regular visits to see friends in Tuckton. All our family, young and old love it. Has to stay!!!
A supporter in London · signed 1 day ago
It has reinvigorated that area of the prom!
A supporter in the UK · signed 1 day ago
SOBO Beach is such a fantastic community venue for literally ALL ages, it would be a complete disaster for the area if it was stopped from continuing. This venue is Southbourne .
Ge, Ferndown · signed 1 day ago
I absolutely love it ! I swim here, meet friends, my family love it, we all use Sobo beach from our 10 year old Daughter to our 70 year old parents !! It’s our favourite place to go all year round ! We love the staff and all the community and in a world that can be very hard currently it brings joy to all our friends, family and community !
Lara, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago
It’s the best bar, in the best location in out the best vibe
Paul, Bournemouth · signed 1 day ago
It’s created a great community we would be devastated to lose
A supporter in Poole · signed 1 day ago
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