Alum Chine is the largest chine in Bournemouth, England. [1] The gorge was crossed by a suspension bridge by the early part of the twentieth century.

Alum Chine Beach is probably one of Bournemouth's favourite Blue Flag award winning beaches, particularly loved by the locals for its wide, exceptionally clean, sandy and shingle beaches situated further to the West of Bournemouth, away from the hustle and bustle of Bournemouth Pier and the town centre.

Delight in the relaxed atmosphere of the wooded chine and magnificent sea views. If you prefer a quiet moment, the tropical gardens, which have their origins in the 1920s, provide an ideal area for contemplation.

Alum Chine is one of Bournemouth’s famous chines that cuts into the cliff face. It’s name came from an unsuccessful attempt to mine and manufacture alum and copperas in the late 16th century. Alum was a fixative used by the dyeing industry and copperas was a back dye used to manufacture black ink.

Mar 27, 2023 · Alum Chine Beach is one of the best in the Bournemouth region and my personal favourite. Its wide sandy beach is clean and wide and the water safe and shallow. A pirate-themed adventure playground makes it popular with families with young children.

Alum Chine is the largest of four chines within Bournemouth. Here you'll find shaded paths, the popular Treasure Island-themed children's play area, a paddling pool, tropical garden on the cliff face and bowls, catering and toilet facilities within the adjacent Argyll Gardens.

Alum Chine is a Blue Flag beach and the largest of Bournemouth’s four chines. There are beach guidelines to follow so that everyone can enjoy Bournemouth's beaches.

A chine is a steep-sided dry river valley. Alum Chine is the largest of the four chines in Bournemouth. Alum Chine got its name from the alum mining which took place locally in the...

Stunning beach with lovely views. Very clean, has car park literally on beach however gets very busy. Toilet facilities as well as ice cream kiosks etc. Perfect place to spend the day Or you can walk along to the next beach going towards Bournemouth or sandbanks.

The tropical garden is at the back of the beach. It is immediately above the children’s play ground and provides a beautiful view out over the Solent. Alum Chine – A Blue Flag Beach