Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole beaches named among the UK's best
Nine beaches have been awarded Blue Flags
Beaches across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have been recognised among the UK's very best.
Nine beaches have received prestigious Blue Flag awards, and some also received Seaside Awards, from environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy for 2025.
It means the area holds more Blue Flags than any other UK destination.
Blue Flags are a globally recognised mark of excellence, signifying well-managed beaches with excellent water quality, strong environmental education programmes, and high safety standards.
The beaches receiving the coveted Blue Flag status for 2025 include Durley Chine, Fisherman’s Walk, Sandbanks, Shore Road, Canford Cliffs, Branksome Chine, Avon Beach, Highcliffe and Friar’s Cliff.
Andy Lennox, Chair of the Destination Management Board, said, “These awards are a perfect example of cross organisation collaborative working. Together a powerful coalition of local business, business improvements districts and BCP Council to secure our beaches retain Blue Flag status once again.
"This is a testament to the collective commitment to quality, safety and environmental excellence. Having to retain these flags each year ensures that everyone one remains focused on those values”
Cllr Richard Herrett, Portfolio Holder for Destination, Leisure, and Commercial Operations at BCP Council, said: “We are immensely proud to have our beaches recognised, once again, as Blue Flag locations – highlighting our stunning natural surroundings.
"Each day our dedicated teams work around the clock to ensure our beaches meet Blue Flag standards – so that residents and visitors can enjoy the best of our coastline.
"We are fortunate to have such a breath-taking stretch of coastline on our doorstep and ask our visitors to help us stay award-winning by picking up their litter, leaving only footprints and protecting our environment for generations to come."