Visitors and residents across the BCP region are invited to discover Bournemouth Pavilion’s rich heritage and cultural programme thanks to a new trail launched by BCP Council.
The Explore BCP Council project is funded by the UK Government through its Shared Prosperity Fund.
Bournemouth Cultural Trail leads participants across Bournemouth’s beautiful coastline, inviting them to explore the history of many monumental buildings and landscapes including Bournemouth Pavilion, The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, and Bournemouth Pier.
The trail was created with local historical, Hattie Miles, with illustrations by Anna Andrews, and is available to collect at Bournemouth Pavilion’s reception, Bournemouth Tourist Information Centre, and to follow online.
Last year, Bournemouth Pavilion celebrated 95 years of delivering entertainment and culture to the local community.
Valued for its cultural, architectural, and historic importance, Bournemouth Pavilion welcomes thousands of visitors every week, bringing more footfall to businesses such as hotels, bars, and restaurants to boost the local economy and provide year-round culture.
Events such as tea dances, free-to-attend open days, and community performances are held regularly to invite visitors to learn more about the venue’s importance to the BCP region.
The theatre is also home to the Compton Organ, one of the few remaining instruments of the 550 initially installed in churches, cinemas, theatres & concert halls between 1926 and 1939. Compton Organ shows are held throughout the year in partnership with the Pavilion Organ Fund to continue to raise funds for the organ’s maintenance and restoration.
A fantastic line-up of diverse music, musical, cultural, and comedic events is still to come throughout 2025. Highlights include BBLOC’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Wednesday 28 – Saturday 31 May 2025), Ellen Kent’s Madama Butterfly (Friday 9 May 2025); stand-up from Rhod Gilbert (Friday 27 June 2025); Derren Brown (Tuesday 19 – Saturday 23 August 2025); and Fawlty Towers (Tuesday 14 – Saturday 18 October 2025).
Bournemouth Pavilion’s annual panto will take centre stage at the venue from Saturday 6 December 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026; this year’s production is Cinderella. Promising a spectacular show packed with great talent and incredible production values, tickets are already on sale. This year’s production will feature dedicated relaxed and captioned shows and additional group shows and school performances*.
Bournemouth Pavilion is operated by registered charity BH Live in partnership with BCP Council. On behalf of BH Live, Steve Turner, Director of Venues, shared;
“We are delighted that Bournemouth Pavilion has been featured on BCP Council’s new Bournemouth Cultural Trail, allowing both visitors and residents across the BCP region to discover the venue’s rich history and cultural significance.
“Thanks to the support of our partners and the continued patronage of our audiences, we can continue to deliver a diverse programme of cultural events and entertainment, improving wellbeing in the local community and preserving the iconic venue facilities for future generations to come.”
Further information, including What’s On, can be found online at bournemouthpavilion.co.uk.
Other new trails include the Bournemouth Public Art Trail and the Writers’ Trail. More information about the new trails can be found at explorebcp.co.uk.
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Notes to Editors:
*Group rates for performances at Bournemouth Pavilion are available for many shows throughout the year with competitive rates for the pantomime. Tickets can be secured for team building experiences, client outings, employee rewards or a night out with work colleagues, friends and family. Find out more about group rates, email groupsales@bhlive.org.uk.
For more information about BH Live please contact:
Daisy Saunders, PR & Communications Executive
E: press.office@bhlive.org.uk
About BH Live
Champions of community engagement, health and wellness across Dorset, Hampshire, and London
BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is a leading operator of sports and leisure centres, theatres, and event venues. Our vision is to create sustainable and inspiring opportunities, deliver great experiences for our communities, and improve health and well-being.
With a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement, BH Live continues to enhance the quality of people’s lives, health and wellbeing in the communities it serves.
BH Live was established in 2010. Local authority partners include BCP Council, Portsmouth City Council and Croydon Council.
We are at the heart of the UK’s growing social economy. Together with our partners we are helping to change lives and make a positive impact in the community.
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BH Live is a leisure and cultural trust, established in 2010 as a ‘non profit distributing organisation’ (NPDO) for public benefit to promote participation in leisure and cultural events. BH Live is a Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered Charity. Charity No: 1138311. Company No: 07092112. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. BH Live (Enterprises) Ltd, is a Private Company Limited by Shares and a wholly owned subsidiary of BH Live. Company No: 07175626. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. Registered Office: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH. Registered in England and Wales.
About Bournemouth Pavilion
Bournemouth Pavilion is operated by the registered charity BH Live in partnership with BCP Council.
This Grade II listed venue opened in March 1929. It has a 1,500-seat theatre and full-sized ballroom. The venue hosts a year-round diverse programme of events and entertainment such as musicals, opera, ballet, pantomime, comedy, dances and fashion shows. Gala dinners, banquets, receptions, fairs, corporate presentations, product launches, conferences and exhibitions also feature.
Bournemouth Pavilion is home to Pavilion Dance South West and the Pavilion at AUB rehearsal and teaching space for the Arts University Bournemouth.
- Buy tickets online at co.uk
- Buy tickets by phone 0300 500 0595
- In person from box office – see website for opening times.
For call charges, opening times and more visit bournemouthpavilion.co.uk.
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