You can cycle, skate or skateboard on the seafront in Bournemouth and Poole, but only during certain times.
In July and August, cycling, skating, skateboarding and Beryl rental e-scooters are not permitted on the seafront promenades or paths between 10am and 6pm. Cycling on the seafront at these times could lead to prosecution, this includes the use of Beryl bikes and e-scooters.
It is illegal to use privately owned e-scooters on the promenade, paths and public roads at any time.
Remember:
- to ride considerately, always give way to pedestrians as they have priority, and slow down when passing them
- that when it’s busy, to be responsible and dismount to walk where necessary (if able to do so)
There are some areas where you cannot cycle. They are:
- all zigzag pathways leading from the cliff top to the promenade
- all chines
- Bournemouth Lower Central Gardens, although there is a cycling lane that runs behind the gardens mini golf through to the seafront
Restrictions in Christchurch
In Christchurch, cycling is not possible in all areas as the promenade can be very narrow.