Dorset's Christchurch offers the perfect solution with a choice of award-winning beaches, coastal nature reserves and heritage attractions. Two delightful rivers to boat upon and walk along, two historic Quays to discover and two Castles to explore - it's twice the fun in Christchurch!

Each of Christchurch’s beaches has its own personality - some are more suited to families, some are less commercial and a couple allow dogs throughout the year. Highcliffe Castle Beach is a beautiful, shingle and sand beach set against tree-lined cliffs.

The pretty, riverside town of Christchurch offers an enticing blend of traditional shops, independent boutiques and well-known high street stores – perfect for some retail therapy. You’ll be pleased to hear that the shopping areas are easily walkable and accessible, with just a 10 minute walk from the railway station.

Daytime fun and evening entertainment, Christchurch offers a great mix of traditional events and more quirky, unusual festivals. From music and dance to food, from land-based activities to all things afloat, there’s the perfect event for you, just join in and enjoy!

Jun 22, 2021 · Christchurch's spectacular location on the shores of its own natural harbour makes it the perfect place to relax and enjoy stunning views across the four miles of coastline. You can also take part in a range of water activities such as boat trips with H2O Powerboat Experience.

The Information Centre is just a short walk to local attractions, activities and the Quayside including the 11th Century Christchurch Priory, Red House Museum and Gardens, and the Christchurch Castle ruins and Place Mill. Christchurch has a lovely welcoming high street with local shops, boutiques, restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars and a Monday ...

Longing to escape to a quaint riverside town on the beautiful Dorset coast? Being a picturesque and historic harbour-side town with award-winning beaches, two rivers and a stunning natural harbour, Christchurch offers an idyllic bolt hole for any holiday or short break by the seaside.

*LATEST UPDATE* The Market has now re-opened. A fabulous weekly market held every Monday in the traffic-free High Street and Saxon Square from 9am - 4pm. Approximately 50 stalls selling a variety of quality produce including fresh fruit and vegetables, fish, bed linen, pet foods, jewellery, clothes, plants etc

Its spectaular location with Christchurch Harbour on one side and the open sea on the other makes it a very popular destination for sailing and windsurfing. Enjoy walking along the promenade of Mudeford Quay and perhaps stop for something to eat or drink.

With its famous annual Food Festival, featuring celebrity chefs and focusing on local produce, Christchurch has gained a reputation as a ‘foodie town’. This moniker is not misplaced with a tempting range of cafes, tearooms, pubs and restaurants offering tasty treats from breakfasts to evening meals, and all snack stops in between!