Bournemouth Travel Guide: Sandy Beaches, Durdle Door & the Jurassic Coast

Bournemouth's sandy beach and Victorian pier on a bright South Coast day.

Looking for a South Coast escape with a proper sandy beach? Bournemouth pairs seven miles of Blue Flag sand with easy access to Durdle Door and the Jurassic Coast, one of the most photographed stretches of coastline in England. This Bournemouth travel guide covers the pier, Poole Harbour, and how to plan a Jurassic Coast day trip.