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Why Come to Westbourne, Dorset?
Why Come to Westbourne, Dorset? Westbourne, Dorset (not to be confused with the other one in Hampshire) has been dubbed an “Urban Village”. It is very much an integral part of the conurbation of Christchurch, Bournemouth and Poole. However, it manages to maintain not only its identity, but a life of its own. So often,…
Zetland Court, Alumhurst Road, Westbourne
Zetland Court, Alumhurst Road. Hiding behind a line of trees, Zetland Court is set back from Alumhurst Road in Westbourne a short distance from Alum Chine. Built in the 1840s by a Mr Charles A King, it was originally known as Branksome Dene. By 1880, it was owned by Lord & Lady Wimborne of Canford…
Welcome to Westbourne, Dorset!
Welcome to Westbourne, Dorset, in the Borough of Bournemouth! Start date 25 May 2016. This blog is intended to be a voyage of discovery of all things related to Westbourne, Dorset. I will post daily, generally towards the end of the evening. There will be factual items, fun items, interviews and more. See anything wrong?…