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About Christchurch
Christchurch is one of Dorset's "gems" it is set on the confluence of two rivers, the Stour and the Avon. In Saxon times it was a walled town, a stronghold of Alfred the Great, as he held out against the Danes. Today, the town still clings to much of its original Saxon street plan and shows interesting houses and cottages from the past.
One of its old buildings, Place Mill is mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086. This still stands on Christchurch Quay, close to the ruins of its historic Norman Castle.
Christchurch has one of the longest parish churches in England. The magnificent Priory dates back to the 12th-century, it has carved choir stalls older than those of Westminster Abbey. The building itself displays a mixture of styles ranging from Norman to Renaissance, amongst its most notable features are the chantry chapels, a so-called miraculous beam, and a monument to the poet Shelley.
Red House Museum was once a Georgian workhouse, this is now a lively visitor attraction where visitors can see exciting displays of local social history, learn of the town's heritage and admire a display of Arts and Crafts furniture made by designer Arthur Romney Green in the 1930's. There are also archaeological finds and a reconstruction of a 19th-century High Street Taxidermist.
Today, the town is very much a centre for tourists, its pleasant harbour acts as a magnet for fishermen, sailors and water-sports enthusiasts. It is also a haven for wildlife attracting naturalists from all over the country. Planning a visit to Christchurch?
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This stylish hotel is in Christchurch town centre. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and luxury rooms with flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD players and iPod docks. The Kings Christchurch looks out over the t...
More info and book online.. Price from £85.00 |  |  Captains Club Hotel Apartments and SpaChristchurch, Dorset, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km)
5 minutes from the beach, these stunning, river-facing luxury suites have separate kitchen and living areas. Spa facilities include a vitality pool and sauna....
More info and book online.. Price from £119.00 |  | Premier Inn Christchurch WestChristchurch, Dorset, England (0.5 miles, 0.9 km)
A short walk from Christchurch Rail Station, this Premier Inn hotel is also just 4 miles (6.5 km) from Bournemouth International Airport. There is free parking and an on-site Table Table restaurant....
More info and book online.. Price from £48.00 |  | Christchurch Harbour Hotel & SpaChristchurch, Dorset, England (1.6 miles, 2.5 km, direction E)
Perfectly positioned at the water's edge, overlooking one of Dorset’s most picturesque estuaries, Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa features a 2 AA-Rosette restaurant and a luxury modern spa....
More info and book online.. Price from £86.00 |  |  The ManorChristchurch, Dorset, England (1.6 miles, 2.6 km, direction N)
The Manor has unique, individually designed bedrooms and a popular local restaurant. Christchurch is just 5 minutes’ drive away, and the hotel has a 5-star Gold Award from Visit Britain....
More info and book online.. Price from £19.00 |
All Accommodation in Christchurch..Nearby travel help| Christchurch Station | (0.4 miles, 0.6 km) | | Pokesdown Station | (2.4 miles, 3.9 km, direction W) | | Bournemouth Airport | (3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction NW) | | M27 Junction 1 | (15.2 miles, 24.5 km, direction NE) | | M27 Junction 2 | (18.2 miles, 29.3 km, direction NE) | | Southampton Airport | (23.9 miles, 38.4 km, direction NE) | | Christchurch to London | (89.5 miles, 144.1 km, direction NE) |
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