Lee's Guidebook
Sightseeing
One of the main attractions in Christchurch. Large, beautiful, historic very old church. Free entry (donations welcome on entry) to see the stunning inside and stained glass windows. Regular music events, recitals, services.
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Christchurch Priory Church
Quay RoadOne of the main attractions in Christchurch. Large, beautiful, historic very old church. Free entry (donations welcome on entry) to see the stunning inside and stained glass windows. Regular music events, recitals, services.
Very historic and beautiful area of Christchurch. Information boards outlining the history. Lovely photo opportunities including stocks to have your photo taken in !!
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Christchurch Castle and Norman House
Castle StreetVery historic and beautiful area of Christchurch. Information boards outlining the history. Lovely photo opportunities including stocks to have your photo taken in !!
Beautiful riverside walk in the town centre taking you around the outside of the historic Priory Church. Great photo opportunities. Very relaxing.
Convent Walk
Convent WalkBeautiful riverside walk in the town centre taking you around the outside of the historic Priory Church. Great photo opportunities. Very relaxing.
Lovely grass area with old bandstand next to the River/ boat moorings. Cafes to get a coffee and sit and watch the boats go by. Boat hire available to spend an hour in your hired little boat going up and down the river.
Town Quay
Lovely grass area with old bandstand next to the River/ boat moorings. Cafes to get a coffee and sit and watch the boats go by. Boat hire available to spend an hour in your hired little boat going up and down the river.
Food Scene
Great food in a lovely restaurant, including probably the best stone baked gourmet pizzas in the local area. Lovely upstairs dining area with views of the Castle ruins. (Oh and our Son is one of the Chefs here 馃檪)
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Soho
7 Church StGreat food in a lovely restaurant, including probably the best stone baked gourmet pizzas in the local area. Lovely upstairs dining area with views of the Castle ruins. (Oh and our Son is one of the Chefs here 馃檪)
Probably the best cocktails in Christchurch as well as lovely food in the restaurant (you can just have drinks at the bar) . Friday and Saturday evening they often have live easy listening music in the beautiful bar area.
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The Bar at the Kings Arms
18 Castle StProbably the best cocktails in Christchurch as well as lovely food in the restaurant (you can just have drinks at the bar) . Friday and Saturday evening they often have live easy listening music in the beautiful bar area.
Relaxed cafe bar . We recommend this place for breakfast , good menu choice and for children. Lots of tables so there's generally seating available.
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Arcado Lounge
71 High StRelaxed cafe bar . We recommend this place for breakfast , good menu choice and for children. Lots of tables so there's generally seating available.
Great selection of milkshakes and hot chocolate drinks to take away or drink in.
Christchurch Ducking Stool
Ducking Stool LaneGreat selection of milkshakes and hot chocolate drinks to take away or drink in.
museum
Small museum showing the history of Christchurch.
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Red House Museum & Gardens
Quay RoadSmall museum showing the history of Christchurch.
Entertainment
Art deco cinema and theatre run mainly by volunteers. Check out their on line program to see if there鈥檚 a film , show or singer on during your visit. Being an independent venue they don't just have main stream films or shows. Prices, including sweets, drinks, popcorn, are also much cheaper than main stream cinemas.
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Regent Centre
51 High StArt deco cinema and theatre run mainly by volunteers. Check out their on line program to see if there鈥檚 a film , show or singer on during your visit. Being an independent venue they don't just have main stream films or shows. Prices, including sweets, drinks, popcorn, are also much cheaper than main stream cinemas.
Traditional pub with great live music and lively atmosphere on Friday and Saturday nights.
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The Thomas Tripp
10 Wick LnTraditional pub with great live music and lively atmosphere on Friday and Saturday nights.
Activities
A pleasant riverside area. A short drive or approx 30 minute walk from the apartment. Kayak/boat hire available, catch the ferry to Mudeford Beach, lovely riverside walk and small woodland area, nice cafe with outdoor picnic area, small crazy golf area.
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Tuckton Tea Gardens
Belle Vue RoadA pleasant riverside area. A short drive or approx 30 minute walk from the apartment. Kayak/boat hire available, catch the ferry to Mudeford Beach, lovely riverside walk and small woodland area, nice cafe with outdoor picnic area, small crazy golf area.
The Sup School, Stony Lane South, Christchurch - Paddleboard and kayak hire. Located on one of the quieter stretches of the river but leading to Christchurch Quay, Hengistbury Head, Mudeford areas. Ideal for beginners as well as the more experienced. Reasonable prices and all equipment provided. Close to the town centre so within walking distance of the flat but there's also a cheap pay and display public car park right next door.
Book on line or give them a call - just internet search "The SUP School Christchurch" for details.
The SUP School
The Sup School, Stony Lane South, Christchurch - Paddleboard and kayak hire. Located on one of the quieter stretches of the river but leading to Christchurch Quay, Hengistbury Head, Mudeford areas. Ideal for beginners as well as the more experienced. Reasonable prices and all equipment provided. Close to the town centre so within walking distance of the flat but there's also a cheap pay and display public car park right next door.
Book on line or give them a call - just internet search "The SUP School Christchurch" for details.
Neighbourhoods
The New Forest - semi wild horses, beautiful scenery - only 25 minute drive away from the apartment.
New Forest West
The New Forest - semi wild horses, beautiful scenery - only 25 minute drive away from the apartment.
Around a 20 minute driveway, or a train/bus ride away. Traditional seaside lively town with large a sandy beach, sea front Pier, aquarium , pleasant town centre gardens and a large selection of shops, caf茅s and bars.
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Bournemouth
Around a 20 minute driveway, or a train/bus ride away. Traditional seaside lively town with large a sandy beach, sea front Pier, aquarium , pleasant town centre gardens and a large selection of shops, caf茅s and bars.
Approx 10 minute drive or a pleasant 45 minute walk from the Airbnb. More of a wild natural beach area with sand dunes and long distance views from the top of Hengistbury Head Hill (a short but steep walk from the public car park).
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Hengistbury Head
Approx 10 minute drive or a pleasant 45 minute walk from the Airbnb. More of a wild natural beach area with sand dunes and long distance views from the top of Hengistbury Head Hill (a short but steep walk from the public car park).