Bournemouth developed from a mere village into a sophisticated holiday resort in the 19th century, after a spa was established in the area in 1810 and the Bournemouth Railway opened in 1870.

With a population of just under 200,000 Bournemouth remains a popular holiday destination on the south coast today, as the coast is one of the warmest, driest and sunniest in England.

The Real Greek

The bell tower in the background belongs to the former St Andrew's United Reform Church, built in the late 19th century. The building has been deconsecrated and is now a nightclub.