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Bournemouth hosts UK’s leading Echocardiography event at Bournemouth International Centre (BIC)

October 16, 2025

Hundreds of world-class echocardiography speakers, experts, and leaders recently attended the British Society of Echocardiography’s (BSE) 34th annual conference, BSEcho 2025, at Bournemouth International Centre. Over the course of two days, specialists from across the UK and further afield came together to learn about new techniques, share best practices, and discuss the latest innovations in […]

BH Live expands junior activity offering in Portsmouth with brand-new inflatable attraction

October 16, 2025

Get ready for action and adventure! Registered charity and social enterprise BH Live is excited to announce the launch of MountAirX, a brand-new inflatable attraction coming to Mountbatten Leisure Centre just in time for October half-term.  Following the launch of inflatable party attraction, Ninjair, at Charter Community Sports Centre in 2024 and inflatable aqua attraction, […]

Celebrate Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s 150th birthday at Fairfield Halls with London Mozart Players

October 16, 2025

Residents across Croydon are invited to celebrate the 150th birthday of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor in a vibrant musical tribute at Fairfield Halls. Presented by London Mozart Players, Resident Orchestra at Fairfield Halls, and commissioned by Croydon Council as part of their Samuel Coleridge-Taylor anniversary programme, this accessible performance proudly celebrates Black history and local musicians in […]

The pantomime launch that stopped the town!

October 9, 2025

West End star Jack Wilcox joins Melanie Walters, Olivia Birchenough, Noel Brodie, Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph in Bournemouth’s Cinderella pantomime. The countdown is on… with fewer than 100 sleeps to go, excitement is building fast as Bournemouth Pavilion prepares to host the most glittering Christmas spectacular yet – Cinderella! This is no ordinary pantomime. Produced […]

Green Party gathers at Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) for annual autumn conference

October 9, 2025

More than 1,600 delegates recently assembled at Bournemouth International Centre for a weekend of keynote speeches, panel discussions, social events, and learning and development opportunities. focusing on pressing environmental and social issues. Members and delegates came together to discuss policies on climate action, social justice, and environmental initiatives. Speeches were led by Leader, Zack Polanski; […]

Swap late-night parties for inclusive festive dining at the BIC’s Elevate Brasserie & Bar

October 8, 2025

Elevate Brasserie Bar, located at Bournemouth International Centre (BIC), invites local businesses, clubs and organisations to get ahead of the festive season by getting their team’s year-end celebration booked in. Relaxed or more formal festive packages (daytime and early evening) include set menus or a carvery option for large group bookings*, with vegetarian, gluten-free, and […]

Physical activity benefits highlighted during Menopause Awareness Month

October 7, 2025

In recognition of Menopause Awareness Month, registered charity and social enterprise BH Live is highlighting exercise classes to encourage perimenopausal and menopausal women to experience alternative ways to improve their overall health and wellbeing through regular physical activity. Among other benefits, regular physical activity can help manage symptoms of peri and menopause including hot flushes […]

Seasonal events to bring communities together at Littledown

October 7, 2025

As well as being a hub for swimming, classes, gym and sports, Littledown Centre and its surrounding parkland is also popular for community, sporting and social events. This Autumn, residents and visitors can look forward to a diverse programme of events.  Highlights include monthly quizzes, themed discos, including a silent disco, markets selling local goods […]

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