Bournemouth · Pokesdown

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Pokesdown is one of Bournemouth's local areas — these are its independent shops, cafes, pubs, trades and services.

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Alpine Wood Worx

Alpine Wood Worx has handcrafted solid wood kitchens and bespoke furniture in Bournemouth for over 25 years. Services include custom design, cabinets, worktops, built-in storage, bedrooms and living rooms, using PEFC-certified timber, with consultations by appointment.

Amera Tailoring

In Bournemouth, Amera Tailoring has offered bridal alterations, clothing alterations and repairs, and suit tailoring since 2017, by appointment. Open Tuesday to Friday 10am to 5pm, and Saturday 10:30am to 3:30pm; closed Mondays and Sundays.

Aperitivo

Aperitivo is an Italian bar and restaurant in Southbourne, serving Italian food, cocktails, drinks, desserts, a kids' menu and wine, with table bookings. Open Monday to Thursday, 5pm till 10pm, and Friday and Saturday, midday till 11pm; closed Sundays.

Art Gallery & Supplies

Artcetera

A picture framer and art materials shop established in 1970. Bespoke framing for artwork, photographs, textiles and memorabilia, all done in-house, with conservation materials where they are called for, and supplies for beginners and working artists alike.

Baan Thai

A Thai massage and spa in Pokesdown offering traditional Thai massage, aromatherapy, reflexology and head-and-shoulders massage, performed by masseuses trained at the Wat Po school in Bangkok. Couple massages are also available, combining stretching, deep tissue work and warm Thai herbal balm with oil.

Big Menswear

A menswear plus-size clothing retailer in Boscombe, established in 1923, selling shirts, trousers, suits, outerwear and nightwear alongside accessories such as belts, ties and wallets, in-store and online. Open Monday to Friday, ten till five, and Saturday ten till four.

Blush

A Bournemouth beauty salon specialising in permanent make-up for eyebrows, eyes and lips, plus brow and lash styling, eyelash extensions, facials, skin peels, microneedling, radiofrequency skin tightening and anti-cellulite body treatments. Book online, by WhatsApp or email.

Convenience Store

Boscombe East News, Food& Wine

A convenience store on Christchurch Road selling groceries, beers, wines and spirits, alongside National Lottery, PayPoint and mobile top-up services. Open early to late, seven days a week, as part of the Premier chain of local convenience stores.

Cali Cafe

Cali Cafe is a café in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Chameleon

A bridal boutique in Pokesdown selling designer wedding dresses and mother of the bride and groom outfits, with in-house alterations and dressing for special events. Appointments are available for fittings and consultations, with a separate showroom nearby for mother-of-the-bride wear.

Cherished Bridal Wear

Cherished Bridal Wear is a Bournemouth bridal boutique with over ten years' experience, selling designer wedding dresses and accessories, offering dress alterations and a sell-my-dress service. A Dorset Wedding Supplier Awards finalist. Appointment only.

China Dragon

A Chinese restaurant and takeaway in Bournemouth, China Dragon runs a menu from appetisers and spare ribs through chicken, beef, lamb, pork, duck and seafood dishes to curries, noodles, rice, Thai curries and set menus. Order online for collection or delivery. Open daily from 4:30pm to 10:45pm.

Classic Beauty Boutique

Lightning Hair Design is a Southbourne hair and beauty salon offering bridal packages, nail care, a Japanese head spa, brows and lashes, hair extensions, hair and makeup, holistic therapies, semi-permanent makeup, and waxing and threading. Book online or in person, Tuesday to Saturday.

Clobber

A vintage clothing shop and buyer in Bournemouth, trading for decades. In person they buy and sell vintage clothing, and handle house clearances, probate situations, inherited collections and wardrobe clear-outs. Open Monday to Saturday, ten till five, and Sunday eleven till three.

Convenience Store

Clutterbucks Convenience Store

Clutterbucks Convenience Store is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Print & Copy Shop

Coastline Print

A Bournemouth print and copy shop offering printing, photocopying, graphic design, business cards and large-format banners. Open Monday to Thursday, 9:30am to 5pm, and Friday, 9:30am to 4pm.

Condor Computers

A computer shop in Bournemouth offering PC and laptop repairs, data recovery, antivirus and software installation and upgrades, and computer servicing, alongside spares, accessories and PCs bought and sold. Trading since 1992, with free quotes and work guaranteed.

Costa

Costa is a café in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Darcy's Bar & Kitchen

Darcy's Bar & Kitchen in Southbourne serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, Sunday roasts, evening food, tapas and cocktails, plus private hire and event catering. Open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 2pm, Thursday to Saturday evenings from 5pm to 9pm, and Sunday midday to 5pm.

Dogz

Dogz is a natural pet food and supplies shop in Bournemouth for dogs and cats, stocking raw meals, chunks, minces and bones alongside dry and wet food, treats, supplements and accessories, plus a grooming service. Shop in-store or online. Open Tuesday to Friday 10 till 5, Saturday 10 till 4, Sunday 10 till 2.

Eating Bar

Eating Bar is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Economy Tyres

Economy Tyres has been fitting tyres in Bournemouth since 2009, alongside brake repairs, brake fluid replacement, and car battery fitting and disposal. New and part-worn tyres available, with walk-ins and drive-in welcome. Open Monday to Saturday 8.30 till five, and Sunday 10.30 till four.

Edenwood

A retailer of artisan personal-care and home products, selling French soaps, natural candles, skincare, hair care and home fragrance items, plus gift sets and curated collections. Ships across the UK and internationally, with wholesale/trade accounts available and free UK delivery on orders over £40.

Efo's Hair Lounge

An Afro Caribbean hair specialist in Bournemouth offering braiding and cornrow styling, bookable online or by WhatsApp. Opened in 2023, with a photo gallery of previous styling work shown on the site.

Euphoria

Euphoria offers Thai massage and wellness treatments in Bournemouth, including Thai oil, deep tissue, full body, four hands, foot, aroma and hand massage, plus couples massages and gift cards. Book online or in person. Open Monday to Saturday ten till eight, Sunday eleven till seven.

Convenience Store

Everyday Convenience & Off Licence

Everyday Convenience & Off Licence is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Fish Tales

Fish Tales is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Forest Spice

An Indian restaurant on Christchurch Road in Iford serving aromatic curries and vegetarian dishes alongside traditional Indian dishes with a modern twist. Open for dinner six evenings a week, closed on Tuesdays.

Electrical Goods

GeorgeFry

An independent electrical retailer on Christchurch Road in Boscombe, established in 1962 and still a family business. Washing machines, fridge freezers, cookers, dishwashers, televisions and small appliances, with installation and aftersales, as part of the Euronics group.

Hula

A beauty salon and aesthetics clinic in Boscombe East, established in 2017, offering facials, skin rejuvenation, semi-permanent make-up, lash and brow enhancements, body care, sunless tanning and medical-grade aesthetic treatments. Accredited by the Guild of Beauty Therapists, with in-person and online booking.

Inipi

Inipi is an eco beauty salon and massage therapy boutique on Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, with over 15 years' experience and an LGBTQ-friendly welcome. They offer waxing, facials, tinting, manicures, pedicures, shellac and massage treatments, plus a retail line of cosmetics and wellness products in-store and online. Open six days a week.

King's Takeaway

King's Takeaway on Christchurch Road in Bournemouth serves pizzas, kebabs, wraps, burgers and home-made chicken sandwiches, alongside vegetarian meals, jacket potatoes and kids' meals. Offers online ordering with local delivery, plus side orders, desserts, and a range of drinks.

Kitchen

Kitchen is a café in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

LA Fried Chicken

LA Fried Chicken is a Bournemouth takeaway and fast food restaurant serving pizzas, kebabs, burgers, wraps, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, wings and ribs, sides, salads, desserts, drinks and kids' meals, with collection, delivery and online ordering, seven days a week.

Le Munch

A sandwich bar, cafe and outside caterer in Bournemouth offering breakfast buffets, platters and canapes for children's parties, weddings and corporate events. They also run art tuition and a private hire art room, with collection and delivery available.

M's Bakery

An artisan bakery in Pokesdown selling fresh bread, sourdough, pastries and homemade cakes, in-store and online. Open Monday to Friday, seven till five, and Saturday seven till three.

Makla

A Moroccan restaurant and lounge bar in Southbourne serving breakfast, Sunday roast, a buffet, cocktails and private hire alongside Moroccan cuisine. Dine in, takeaway or order online. Open seven days a week, noon until eleven, with an onsite bar.

Manhattan Nails

A nail salon on Seabourne Road doing manicures, pedicures, gel and acrylic work and nail art. Cash or bank transfer only.

Marco Polo

Marco Polo is a restaurant in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Modellers Loft

Modellers Loft is a Bournemouth toy collectables retailer selling toy collectables and modern action figures, with an online shop, phone orders and order collection. Open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 4pm.

Mokobo

A burger restaurant in Bournemouth with dine-in, table reservations, collection and delivery via Deliveroo and Uber Eats. There are quiz nights and Venezuelan brunches too. Open Monday to Friday 5pm to 11pm, Saturday midday to 11pm, and Sunday 1pm to 9pm.

Murati's

A pizza and burger takeaway in Southbourne, with calzone, pasta and sides alongside.

Convenience Store

One Stop

One Stop is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Opus Rooms

Opus Rooms, a Bournemouth hairdressing salon established in 2009, offers hairdressing and bridal hair for ladies and gentlemen. Appointments by phone or in person.

Convenience Store

Our Place

Our Place is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Pizza Hut Delivery

Pizza Hut Delivery is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Pokesdown Chippy

Pokesdown Chippy is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Pro Motors

An FCA-regulated used car dealer in Bournemouth, established for over 20 years, offering used car sales, finance, part-exchange, test drives, vehicle inspections and warranties, plus a service to sell your car. Shop in-person or online. Open Monday to Thursday, ten till five.

Racket Station

Racket Station is a Bournemouth specialist selling tennis, padel and pickleball rackets and paddles, plus strings, bags, shoes, clothing and balls, with a stringing service on site. Buy in-store, online, by phone or via WhatsApp. Open Monday to Friday eleven till seven, and Saturday eleven till five; closed Sundays.

Convenience Store

Rania Minimarket

Rania Minimarket is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Rhythm The Store

A retailer in Pokesdown selling mid-century and retro furniture, vintage objects, ceramics, retro pottery, art and gifts, plus barista coffee. Shop in person or via their online shop.

Rohanna Quinn

Cutting, styling, bridal hair and make-up, occasional make-up, nails, facials and massages are all on offer at Rohanna Quinn, a hair and beauty salon studio in Bournemouth. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 7:30pm; closed Sundays.

sabai

sabai is a Thai massage and spa in Boscombe with staff holding recognised Thai massage qualifications. Treatments include traditional Thai massage, Thai oil massage, foot massage, couples massage and deep tissue massage. Book online, open Monday to Saturday, ten till eight.

Convenience Store

Sainsbury's Local

Sainsbury's Local is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Salathai

A Thai restaurant in Bournemouth established in 1990, offering dine-in, takeaway, table booking and gift vouchers. Open Tuesday and Wednesday 6pm to 9pm, and Thursday to Saturday 5:30pm to 10pm.

Skin Zest

An aesthetics clinic offering laser hair removal on the Splendor X, HydraFacial, IPL and phototherapy, CryoPen, microneedling, chemical peels and non-surgical body treatments, with iS Clinical skincare stocked.

Smithson's

Smithson's is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Snickie Snackie Snoo

Snickie Snackie Snoo is a café and sandwich bar in Bournemouth serving breakfasts, burgers, wraps, jacket potatoes, salads, toasties and platters, with veggie options and food challenges on the menu. Open Monday to Friday 8.30 till 2, Saturday 9 till 2, closed Sunday.

Sobo Sommelier

Sobo Sommelier is a bar in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Sobo:Fish

Sobo:Fish is a fish and grill restaurant in Southbourne, Bournemouth, established in 2019. It offers dining, parties, catering, venue hire, dine-at-home options and gift vouchers, and is open Wednesday to Saturday.

Car Repairs & MOT

Southbourne Motor Centre

Southbourne Motor Centre has provided MOT testing, servicing, welding, timing belt replacement, diagnostics, repairs, brakes and clutch work in Bournemouth for more than three decades. Appointments in person or online, Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.

St James

St James is a beauty salon in Bournemouth, established almost nine years ago, offering facials, eyelash extensions and other beauty treatments. Open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9 till 5.30, Wednesday 10 till 8, Saturday 9 till 4, Monday by appointment only, closed Sunday.

Thai Kitchen

Thai Kitchen is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

The Balti House

The Balti House is an Indian takeaway on Christchurch Road in Bournemouth, cooking tandoori and clay oven dishes alongside mild, medium and very hot curries such as korma, dansak, rogan josh and vindaloo. Vegan mains, rice, breads and sides are also offered, with delivery and collection.

Bathroom Showroom

The Bath Works

An independent, family-run bathroom and tile retailer with showrooms in Poole, Southbourne and New Milton, carrying Roca, Vado, Heritage, Ca'Pietra and Multipanel among others. There is a design service with virtual-reality visualisation, and ex-display pieces are sold off.

The Bell

The Bell is a pub in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

The Brew Cafe

The Brew Cafe is a café in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

The Sandwich Box

The Sandwich Box is a café in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

The Way Outback

A microbrewery and taproom on Seabourne Road in Southbourne, brewing and pouring its own craft beer.

The Yam

The Yam is a café in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Tiien

Tiien is a Thai restaurant group in Bournemouth, established in 2011, named Asian Restaurant of the Year 2024 and Thai Restaurant of the Year 2023. They offer dine-in, takeaway, private dining and pre-theatre dining.

Tiny Italiano

Tiny Italiano is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Webster

A family butcher in Bournemouth since 2015, Webster offers a butcher's counter, meat boxes, grass-fed beef, free-range lamb, pork, poultry, seasonal game, sausages, pies and condiments. Order in person or via their online shop, Monday to Saturday.

Wentworth Motor Company

Wentworth Motor Company is a garage and car repair centre in Southbourne, Bournemouth, trading for over 100 years. They handle MOTs, servicing, diagnostics, repairs, engine swaps and wet belt replacements for all makes. Open Monday to Friday 8.30 till 6, with online booking.

Convenience Store

What's News

What's News is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Security Systems

A Eye Solutions

A Eye Solutions offers security systems in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Abi Simmons

Abi Simmons is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Addictive Ink

Addictive Ink is a tattoo studio in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Afterglow

Afterglow is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Arad Barbers

Arad Barbers is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Convenience Store

Asia Food & Wine

Asia Food & Wine is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Avant Garde

Avant Garde is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Barber Room

Barber Room is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

bare beauty by Jade

bare beauty by Jade is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Beauties

Beauties is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Beauty at the Beach

Beauty at the Beach is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Beauty Room

Beauty Room is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

Bobs

Bobs is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Clarence's

Clarence's is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

Cobwebs

Cobwebs is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

Collectors Corner

Collectors Corner is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Dance World

Dance World is a sports shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

Dark Side of the Mirror

Dark Side of the Mirror is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Decades of Design

Decades of Design is a furniture shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Interior Design

Et Al

Et Al offers interior design in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Second-Hand Shop

Exchange & Mart

Exchange & Mart is a second-hand shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Fade

Fade is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

Fantasy Comics & Coffee

Fantasy Comics & Coffee is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Furniture Direct

Furniture Direct is a furniture shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

Gallagher's

Gallagher's is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Glow Up

Glow Up is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Grey's Antiques

Grey's Antiques offers antiques in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Hope & More

Hope & More is a charity shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Hope and More

Hope and More is a charity shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Immortal

Immortal is a tattoo studio in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Impermanence

Impermanence is a tattoo studio in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

In Off the Far Post

In Off the Far Post is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Iona's Pro Beauty Clinic

Iona's Pro Beauty Clinic is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Jamboree

Jamboree is a clothes shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

Jukes

Jukes is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Kaleidoscope Sound & Lighting

Kaleidoscope Sound & Lighting is a lighting shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Beds & Mattresses

Kaos Mattress Outlet Store

Kaos Mattress Outlet Store offers beds & mattresses in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Car Repairs & MOT

Kwik Fit

Kwik Fit offers car repairs & MOT in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Laapsi Indian Kitchen

Laapsi Indian Kitchen is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Ladbrokes

Ladbrokes is a betting shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Lashes & Licks

Lashes & Licks is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Lashes & Locks

Lashes & Locks is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Live On Hair

Live On Hair is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Llamageddon

Llamageddon is a café in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Art Gallery & Supplies

Midday

Midday offers art gallery & supplies in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Murad's

Murad's is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Nelson Social

Nelson Social is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Outback Pizza

Outback Pizza is a restaurant in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Convenience Store

OXXO

OXXO is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Pamper Lounge

Pamper Lounge is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Parma Violet

Parma Violet is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Party Boutique

Party Boutique is a gift shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Convenience Store

Paul Shop

Paul Shop is a convenience store in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Peony Blue

Peony Blue is a florist in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Platinum Automotive

Platinum Automotive is a car dealer in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Pokesdown Antique Centre

Pokesdown Antique Centre offers antiques in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Pokesdown Laundry Lounge

Pokesdown Laundry Lounge is a launderette in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

protyre

protyre offers tyres in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Quality Carpets & Flooring

Quality Carpets & Flooring offers flooring in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

Quirky

Quirky is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Reef

Reef is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Renovatio Bikes

A bike shop on Christchurch Road selling road, gravel, mountain, touring, electric, city, folding and kids bikes from brands including Genesis, Megamo, Tern and KTM. Also offers repairs, servicing, local delivery and Cycle to Work scheme purchases.

Reptiles Plus

Reptiles Plus is a pet shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Rolling Faded

Rolling Faded is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Interior Design

Simply Home

Simply Home offers interior design in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

skin

skin is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Southbourne Tandoori

Southbourne Tandoori is a takeaway in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Steady H'anderson's

Steady H'anderson's is a tattoo studio in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Stevensons

Stevensons is a clothes shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Studio 888

Studio 888 is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Sydenhams

Sydenhams offers DIY & hardware in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Tackle 914

Tackle 914 offers fishing tackle in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Tailoring & Alterations Bournemouth

Tailoring & Alterations Bournemouth is a tailor in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Telco

Telco is a locksmith in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Tenovus

Tenovus is a charity shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Collectibles Shop

The Attic

The Attic is a collectibles shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Upper Cuts

Upper Cuts is a hairdresser in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Vape & Co

Vape & Co is a vape shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Varee

Varee offers massage & spa in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

vinilo record store

vinilo record store is a music shop in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Visage

Visage is a beauty salon in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Walter James Antiques

Walter James Antiques offers antiques in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.

Interior Design

William Cope

William Cope offers interior design in Pokesdown, Bournemouth.