Shopping and Retail
The latest news from the High street and local shopping centres and retail parks
Growing momentum as Poole welcomes millions of visitors!
Businesses in Poole are reporting growing momentum into 2026 with five million trips made to the town centre during the winter period. Returning visitors have…
Christmas Magic Across Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole!
This festive season, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) are transforming into a spectacular celebration of Christmas magic - full of joy, creativity, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re chasing twinkling lights, discovering the magic…
Businesses back Bournemouth after successful summer!
Businesses in Bournemouth are reporting a successful summer after people made more than ten million trips to the town centre across June, July, and August.…
Resident Card to make it more accessible to park, eat, and shop in BCP
From free swimming and parking, to discounted coffee and ice creams, residents could soon get more value from their high streets. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole…
BCP Safe Places scheme to be expanded
Safer BCP, the Community Safety Partnership for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, in partnership with People First Forum, is expanding its Safe Places scheme to support…
BID Brings Back Bloom to Bournemouth Town Centre
Bournemouth Town Centre is once again bursting with colour thanks to the return of the popular summer flower displays – funded and installed by the…
Age Friendly initiative launches in Bournemouth Town Centre with microgrant scheme for local Businesses
A new initiative to make Bournemouth town centre more welcoming to older people was launched this week, alongside a microgrant scheme to help businesses make…
Tree-mendous growth as town centres enjoy bumper festive period!
Millions of people enjoyed all that Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole had to offer this Christmas – with all three town centres reporting a year-on-year increase…
New operator to build on Bournemouth’s ‘impressive’ Christmas success
Bournemouth’s reputation as a must-visit destination at Christmas is set to continue for years to come with new operators taking the reins of the town-centre’s…
New Dog Grooming Salon opens in Poole
ZenPaws are excited to announce the official launch of their new dog grooming salon in Poole. Located on Victoria Road in the heart of the…
Christmas fun for everyone this season across BCP!
Christmas light trails, fairytale adventures, ice skating, live bands and classic pantomimes are just some of the attractions to enjoy this festive season across Bournemouth,…
Hospice brings annual remembrance service to heart of the community
To mark the end of its 30th anniversary year, Forest Holme Hospice is inviting the local community, regardless of any connection to the hospice, to…
Free Family Fun to Light Up Bournemouth Town Centre this Festive Season
Bournemouth Town Centre will be full of lights and life in the run up to Christmas, as ‘Festive Streets’ brings sparkling entertainment and activities to…
Wild Roots grows in KINGLAND
Small business success thanks to investment from 130,000 Poole-based pension holders Wild Roots, the houseplant and homeware store in Poole’s independent heartland, has expanded into the…
Seventa Events Are Delighted to Announce the Return of Bournemouth Christmas Market as Part of Christmas in Bournemouth 2024!
Seventa Events, a proud local events company, is thrilled to announce the return of the Bournemouth Christmas Market as part of Christmas in Bournemouth 2024!…
Access Wellbeing Poole – New Support Hub opens in The Dolphin Centre
The Dolphin Poole is further expanding its community offering, with the introduction of a new support hub, Access Wellbeing Poole. The facility will operate from the…
The Dolphin donates the community’s favourite wooden animals to Poole Museum
The Dolphin in Poole has donated its original wooden animal sculptures to Poole Museum, where the sculptures will be featured following the museum’s ongoing redevelopment. The wooden animals were…
Car Park Works now complete at Castlepoint! To celebrate they are giving away a £250 Shopping Spree!
Castlepoint are pleased to announce the end of the car park works programme at the shopping park. After a major five-year reconstruction, five phases of…
Exciting new retailers to join the diverse line up of independent businesses at KINGLAND
KINGLAND, the dynamic high street neighbouring The Dolphin in Poole, has announced a variety of new independent businesses joining its extensive retail offering. As the…
‘Pawsome’ news for the Dolphin Centre!
The Dolphin Centre confirms dog-friendly shopping in time for Christmas The Dolphin Centre in Poole has announced that well-behaved dogs are welcome throughout the centre…
Boost to high streets as footfall figures climb
High streets in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have shown an increase in footfall during April, as residents came out in force to support the local…
BCP Smart Place programme launches new local Boscombe Community App
As part of BCP Council’s Smart Place programme, a new local app for the Boscombe community has been launched to deliver valuable information to local…
Dolphin Centre teams up with Dorset Mind to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week
The Dolphin Centre in Poole is partnering with Dorset Mind for Mental Health Awareness Week (9-15th May) to offer a range of guidance and support…
Community food pilot schemes to help residents in hardship across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
As the council’s Household Support Fund continues to help those struggling to afford food and energy bills, BCP’s Access to Food partnership has launched two…