In Bournemouth the long suspension bridge spanning Alum Chine is closed and it looks as if repair work may take some time.
But there is no need to make a long diversion.
Simply go down the easily missed steps at the side. Once deep within the the wooded chine turn left. Take the right fork and at once go right up a steep flight of steps. At the road, West Overcliff Drive, turn right to reach the east end of the bridge.
See pages 28-29.