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New art gallery opening in Pokesdown in tandem with Dorset Art Weeks
Pokesdown Gallery opens on Christchurch Road for Dorset Art Weeks 2026, showcasing local artists Sarah Humby and Fabian Rose in Boscombe’s arts scene.
Local news from Pokesdown and the surrounding area
Pokesdown Gallery opens on Christchurch Road for Dorset Art Weeks 2026, showcasing local artists Sarah Humby and Fabian Rose in Boscombe’s arts scene.
A couple from Dorset were paired with their perfect pet after appearing on Channel 4’s The Dog House.
What a lovely heartwarming visit! Our little ones from Tops Day Nurseries Pokesdown and the wonderful residents at Southbourne Beach Care Home got to meet a real fire engine recently. It's fantastic to see these simple joys bringing smiles to both the children and our older neighbours.
Great news for our neighbourhood! It looks like Pokesdown Station is set for a big upgrade by 2027, thanks to a £60m investment for BCP. Plus, there's a new Sure Start centre coming to Bournemouth East, which is fantastic for local families.
Great news, Pokesdown! Our very own MP, Tom Hayes, has been raising the profile of local issues, this time focusing on those much-needed Pokesdown lifts. It's fantastic to see our representative tackling matters that directly impact our daily lives right here in the heart of east Bournemouth.
Great news for Pokesdown commuters! Our very own station is set to get a massive boost thanks to a £2.6 million government investment. South Western Railway's director was beaming as they announced the funding, which promises to bring some fantastic improvements to our local rail hub.
Great news for our Pokesdown station! It looks like our very own MP has been busy securing some much-needed funding for vital upgrades. This is a fantastic boost for the heart of our community here in east Bournemouth.
Great news for our Pokesdown and West Howe neighbours! Big investment is on its way, promising some exciting changes right here on our doorstep. Get ready for a wave of improvements set to benefit us all.
Great news for Pokesdown station! After what feels like an age, we're finally getting those much-needed lifts thanks to a healthy £2.6m injection. This means easier journeys for everyone heading to or from our beloved station.
Great news for Pokesdown rail users! After a long and determined effort, our beloved station is finally getting the accessibility upgrades it deserves. Get ready for brand new lifts to make popping down to the coast or visiting family a whole lot easier.
Great news for Pokesdown locals and commuters! After what feels like a long time, our very own station is set to get a much-needed upgrade. We've secured a whopping £2.6 million to make Pokesdown station fully step-free, meaning easier access for everyone.
Great news for Pokesdown! Our beloved train station is set to get a boost thanks to a recent funding announcement. We'll be digging into what this means for our community right here on Twoop: Pokesdown.
Great news for Pokesdown residents and anyone hopping on a train from our beloved station! After much anticipation, funding has finally been secured to install those much-needed lifts. Get ready for easier access and a smoother journey, right here in the heart of Pokesdown.
Bournemouth MP Tobias Ellwood is asking your opinion on a vital issue for Pokesdown residents: making our train station accessible for everyone. Get ready to have your say on the importance of step-free access at Pokesdown Station.
It's all kicking off down at Pokesdown station, and it seems our very own Cherries are keeping a keen eye on the funding drama unfolding right here in Pokesdown! We've got the latest on what's happening with the station and how AFC Bournemouth is involved.
Well, Pokesdown, it's a bit of a blow this week as the much-anticipated upgrade for our beloved station has hit a major snag. That £2.6 million funding has sadly been pulled, leaving many of us scratching our heads and feeling more than a little disappointed.
Good news for Pokesdown residents! We've heard whispers of exciting plans for our beloved station, and it sounds like those pesky potholes might finally get some attention too. Keep an eye out as these local improvements get debated!
Well, Pokesdown locals, it seems our station's funding woes have reached the ears of Westminster! Our very own MP has voiced serious concerns in Parliament about the recent cuts, and the news is causing quite a stir right here in our community.
Well, Pokesdown, it's not the news we were hoping for this week. Our council cabinet has decided to pull the plug on the £2.6 million funding earmarked for our beloved Pokesdown station, a decision that's sure to have many of us scratching our heads.
Big news for Pokesdown commuters! It looks like a meeting is on the cards between our local rail bosses and BCP Council regarding a project that's been causing a stir right here in Pokesdown. We're keeping a close eye on what this means for our rail links.