Businesses 'will be forced to close' if plan to ban cars on busy road goes ahead
Business owners say they will be forced to close if plans to ban cars from Holdenhurst Road go ahead.
Local news from Springbourne and the surrounding area
Business owners say they will be forced to close if plans to ban cars from Holdenhurst Road go ahead.
A fire has broken out at a three-storey building in Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth. We will bring you live updates as we get them.

Exciting news for pizza lovers in Springbourne! Domino's is looking to set up shop right here in our neighbourhood, potentially taking over part of a local pub on Holdenhurst Road. Keep an eye out for the planning application, which is open for comments until September 15th.

Holdenhurst Road has seen a shop, Bou, shut down by BCP Council Trading Standards. The closure comes after they were found to be repeatedly selling illegal tobacco and vapes. It's a reminder for us all to be mindful of what's being sold right on our doorstep.
The following case was heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Well, this is certainly a slithery situation! A rather large pet snake has made a break for freedom from its home right here in Springbourne. We're hoping for a speedy and safe return for our scaly friend!
Grillix Ltd applies to BCP Council for a late-night refreshment licence at 402-4 Ashley Road, Poole, seeking opening hours until 4am. Public feedback invited.
Police have said they’re treating the criminal damage rampage in Southbourne Grove and a similar incident in Ashley Road in May as “separate investigations at this time”.

Crikey! Something's been happening right here in Springbourne overnight, with forensics spotted at an abandoned car. We'll be keeping our eyes peeled and bringing you all the updates as soon as we get them.
Primetime Slots seeks licence for new adult gaming centre at 209 Ashley Road, Parkstone. Submit representations to BCP Council by 17 June 2026.
Armed officers and multiple police cars are attending an incident in Holdenhurst Road in Bournemouth. We will be bringing you latest updates as we get them.
Forensics were seen on Holdenhurst Road after one man was left with 'serious' head injuries following a 'fight'.
Forensics are at the scene of a 'disturbance' on Holdenhurst Road that saw two arrests and one man sustain serious injuries.
The little ones at [Nursery Name] had a brilliant morning as some of our very own Springbourne firefighters popped by for a special visit! It's always a treat when our local heroes make time for a chat and show off their shiny red engine.