Fabulous facilities at Arts University Bournemouth
Arts University Bournemouth is an award-winning creative arts specialist in the heart of this vibrant city. Boasting the first new drawing school to be built at an art school for more than a century; a film school; make-up and modelling studio, and alumni including renowned film writers and directors Edgar Wright and Joe Cornish, it's no wonder students flock here. This is a great base from where you can explore the region with the Jurassic Coast, New Forest and Salisbury all under an hour away by car, plus the many attractions of Bournemouth itself.
What to do and see in sunny Bournemouth
Bournemouth Beach has miles of sand plus a pier with lots to do including indoor climbing and, for a total adrenaline-rush, zip wire experience to the beach. Head to the Oceanarium on the seafront to admire the otters, penguins, sharks plus more than 150 fish species, or art-lovers will certainly enjoy a visit to the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum which is home to Rosetti's Venus Verticordia amongst many other art works. Hengistbury Head makes for a lovely bracing walk and come nightfall take your pick from Bournemouth's many lively eateries, bars and clubs.
Explore the south coast and New Forest
Take the ferry or mainland road to the pretty town of Swanage, enjoying a coastal walk at Durlston Head. A bit further on, Kimmeridge Bay has great rockpools and snorkelling. Or drive in the other direction to explore the Nearby New Forest. Looking for a cheap hotel Near Arts University Bournemouth? Travelodge Bournemouth Cooper Dean Hotel's very close or try Travelodge Bournemouth Hotel.