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Welcome to Christchurch Christchurch is uniquely situated on the shores of its own harbour, close to the magnificent Dorset World Heritage Coast and the tranquil New Forest National Park.

Towns and villages

Highcliffe-on-Sea This award-winning floral village lies four miles to the east of Christchurch and has a good range of places to stay, eat and drink and interesting independent shops.

Where to stay

Christchurch has an excellent range of accommodation to suit all budgets and finding the venue to suit your plans and pocket could not be simpler. Many of our advertisers offer special deals for short breaks.

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Short breaks & offers

Christchurch is the perfect destination for an out-of-season short break to relax and recharge your batteries and escape from the routine of everyday life.

Ratings

Ratings you can trust The majority of accommodation advertisers on this website are members of the Christchurch Tourism Association and are committed to supporting and promoting tourism throughout Christchurch.

Things to Do

Christchurch's fascinating heritage and beautiful coast and countryside ensures there will be plenty to keep you occupied during your visit whatever the time of year.

Heritage

Few places in the country can boast two rivers, two castles, an 11th century Priory Church, a mill of Saxon origin, a Medieval bridge and the site of a civil war siege in 1645.

Attractions

For such a small borough, historic Christchurch has an amazing number of attractions and leisure activities which are great for individuals, groups and all the family, whatever your age or interest.

Beaches

Whether you are looking for a safe clean beach for a visit to the seaside, somewhere to enjoy the thrills of watersports or an enjoyable stroll, Christchurch's beautiful coastline is the place to visit.

Watersports

Christchurch's spectacular location at the edge of the Dorset Heritage Coast and on the shores of its own natural harbour makes it the ideal place for most watersports and water-based activities.

Fishing

The waters in and around Christchurch are renowned for providing some of the best all-round fishing in the country and have been a mecca for anglers for many years.

Countryside

Christchurch has a wealth of accessible, attractive and safe nature reserves and other wildlife areas to visit, so you won't have to go far to find and enjoy open heathland, ancient wildflower and wet meadows and cliff-top woods.

Art and culture

Christchurch has a flourishing arts and cultural scene and a wealth of local artists, performers and musicians are members of CADarts - Christchurch and District Arts Association, who produce an extensive diary of arts events which take place around ...

Local Food & Drink

Christchurch has earned an excellent reputation for its wide range of places to eat and drink, whether it's fine dining in our AA rosette restaurants, tasty snacks and meals in traditional and contemporary bars, delicious European and Eastern cuisine ...

Food & Wine Festival

The first Christchurch Food and Wine Festival was conceived as a millenium project in 2000 and was an intiative of the Christchurch Chamber of Trade and Commerce, Christchurch Borough Council and the Christchurch Tourism Association.

Markets

Christchurch Market This colourful market takes place in the High Street and Saxon Square very Monday from 8am to 4pm when up to a hundred local traders sell a variety of quality and value for money products ranging from ...

Wedding Venues

Choosing a wedding venue can often be a daunting task, so whether you are dreaming of a traditonal wedding in the magnificent Priory Church, a civil wedding in a beautiful historic mansion or a first class hotel, you need ...

What's On

Christchurch has an excellent programme of events which take place throughout the year. With festivals, annual events, concerts, exhibitions as well as regular weekly and monthly events, there is always something to see during your visit.

News

Christchurch voted best resort in UK! In a national survey of 117 seaside towns, the Halifax looked at all manner of indicators including housing prices, employment rates, burglary figures, weather, local environment, health and education.

Travel

Getting to Christchurch couldn't be easier! BY ROAD The M3 and M27 provide easy access from London and the South East, and the M40 and A34 provide good access from the Midlands.

Maps

The map content for this website will be available shortly and we apologise for any inconvenience. Copies of the Official Christchurch Street Plan are available from the Christchurch Information Centre .

Contact Us

Welcome to Christchurch The friendly and knowledgeable staff at the Christchurch Information Centre in the High Street provide a comprehensive information service to help you plan and make the most of your stay.

Brochures

The following free brochures are available from the Christchurch Information Centre : Christchurch Visitor Guide 2008 The essential 52 page full-colour A4 guide to Christchurch.

Business

Christchurch already enjoys a diverse and prosperous local economy but also has many opportunities for existing businesses to grow and for relocating businesses to move into the area.

Conference Facilities Christchurch has a good range of well-equipped conference venues, which can accommodate small, medium or large groups and most provide on-site catering and accommodation: Captains Club Hotel Avonmouth Hotel Lord Bute Hotel & Restaurant Waterford Lodge Hotel ...

Group Travel

Historic Christchurch is the perfect destination for a half day or whole day visit and you will find plenty for your group to see and do whatever the time of year.

Press / media

Christchurch's splendid coastline and harbour, beautiful open spaces and fascinating heritage have been used as the setting for several TV and film locations including the recent filming of the BBC Antiques Roadshow.

Useful links

Local Area Tourism Information Bournemouth Tourism Poole Tourism New Forest Tourism Purbeck Tourism Rural Dorset Tourism West Dorset Tourism Weymouth Tourism Dorset & New Forest Partnership Regional & National Tourism Information Destination Dorset Market Research Group South West Tourism ...

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Christchurch Tourism Partnership Terms & Conditions Whilst Christchurch Tourism Partnership makes every effort to keep the information on this website accurate, we disclaim any warranty or representation, express or implied about its accuracy, completeness or appropriateness for a particular purpose.

Data Protection Policy

Christchurch Tourism Partnership Data Protection Policy This page explains how Christchurch Tourism Partnership uses any information you give to us, and the ways in which we protect your privacy.

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