Yes, you can hire deckchairs on Bournemouth beach. The deckchair hire service is set to return on Saturday, April 9, 2022, after it was halted last year due to Covid-19 and anti-social behavior concerns. The service typically generates around £200,000 for the council each year.
Deckchair Hire Details
- Deckchairs are available for hire from 9:00 am till 6:00 pm, weather permitting.
- The daily charge for hiring a deckchair is £5.00.
- Card payments are the only accepted method of payment for hiring beach furniture.
Other Beach Furniture Hire Options
In addition to deckchairs, you can also hire the following beach furniture on Bournemouth and Poole beaches:
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Sunbeds | £10.50 |
| Parasols | £9.50 |
| Windbreaks | £9.50 |
Please note that these prices are subject to change at any time.
Accessible Facilities for Disabled Visitors
Bournemouth and Poole beaches offer accessible facilities for disabled visitors, including:
- Beach-going wheelchairs fitted with balloon tires available on loan from beach offices. These wheelchairs are loaned on a first-come, first-served basis in return for a refundable £50 cash deposit, and are available from May to September.
- Mobi-mats available at Boscombe beach, and a wooden boardwalk available at Sandbanks beach to help wheelchair users move easily from the promenade onto the sand and closer to the sea.
- Accessible beach huts available for hire at Boscombe beach, with enough space for four wheelchair users, accessible parking spaces, and toilet facilities close by. Each hut has four directors’ chairs, a table, a split-level work surface, a gas stove, lockable cupboards, and access to an electric scooter charging point, parking bays, a Changing Places toilet, and a shower.
Remember, the information provided is accurate as of April 2022, and prices and availability are subject to change. Be sure to check the latest updates before planning your visit to Bournemouth beach.