Author Archives: Leigh Hatts

A coastal ranger has been appointed to promote the special qualities and environment of the New Forest coast through a variety of organised activities. This includes Hurst Spit, Keyhaven and Pennington Marshes at the start of the Solent Way. Leanne Atkinson … Continue reading →

The open top bus service along Bournemouth’s coast road has been reduced to a pier to pier service. Bournemouth’s Yellow Buses, now run by the French company Transdev, has announced that the service 12 will run for three months from … Continue reading →

There is much concern over the new black surfacing being laid on the clifftop path just east of Hordle. The work, which is costing £141,000, looks harsh and out of place according to some walkers. However, Milford-on-Sea assistant parish council … Continue reading →

May Bank Holiday Monday was a good time to test the refurbished Hiker cafe at Hengistbury Head.  It stands just west of Double Dykes and at the end of the road. The low building can be seen from the coast … Continue reading →

With the end of winter there has been a review of coast protection in the Christchurch and New Forest area. The New Forest National Park Authority has issued a report on changes to its coastline. Whilst the coast just east … Continue reading →

The Sandbanks Chain Ferry will be out of action for two months in the autumn. The ferry company has made an early announcement about the ferry’s annual winter refit. The service will cease late on Sunday 22 September. It is … Continue reading →

An appeal by developers against the refusal for flat development on the site of The Point House Cafe in Southbourne has been dismissed by the Planning Inspector.  The popular cafe, which closed in 2006, is the last house in Poole Bay … Continue reading →

Last weekend a walker became trapped up to his knees in heavy mud after wandering off the beach to the cliff base. Luciano Vitrello from London was walking along the beach below Naish Farm caravan park when the incoming tide … Continue reading →

Matthew Norman’s review of Cafe Shore at Sandbanks in the Guardian magazine was very critical.  The coast path passes the door of Cafe Shore although few walkers stop for lunch. Matthew Norman paid £94.25 for two people. Last month I … Continue reading →

Plans for a restored Pavilion in Bournemouth are on show for just two days. The Pavilion theatre complex is yards from the seafront and a landmark for anyone arriving at the Pier approach at the heart of old Bournemouth. Its … Continue reading →