Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is home to 12 of Dorset's award-winning blue flag beaches, from the famous Sandbanks Peninsular to the beautiful Victorian seaside resort of Swanage. The Alum Chine Beach loved by the Bournemouth locals to Fishermans Walk, with its acres of sand and lift for less mobile visitors. In less than 22 miles you can enjoy the best beaches Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have to offer.