Re-Election 2026 · The result is in
A huge thank you to every business that voted. Your Coastal BID is here for another five years – still your independent voice for over 550 coastal businesses, bringing visitors in and keeping our streets cleaner and safer to trade.
Coastal BID will continue to deliver for Westbourne, Central, Boscombe and Southbourne under our Business Plan 2027–2032.
To every business that took the time to vote – thank you. We can’t wait to get started.
Read our 2027–2032 planBournemouth Coastal BID is your independent voice, set up to encourage visitors and local people to explore more of our unique areas; whilst providing the best possible trading and working environments for businesses like yourselves.
Our mission is to ensure that the Bournemouth Coastal BID remains an informed, representative and change-making voice and resource for our businesses. We are committed to more effectively managing and promoting the destination and its districts securing our position not only as one of the best BIDs but industry leading in our ambition and delivery
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Event Details Date: Saturday 31 October 2026 | 10am–4pm Location: Southbourne | Free Family Event Southbourne Pumpkin Fest 2026 Get ready for a spooktacular day in Southbourne as Pumpkin Fest returns for 2026! Southbourne’s much-loved Halloween street party is back this October, bringing families, local
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