History & Horrors: a Boscombe Journey (1st & 4th May)

‘History & Horrors: a Boscombe Journey’ is a free guided walk with Hattie Miles. We’ll explore central Boscombe to discover some of its past and hidden secrets. It will also tell you about stories and characters created by famous authors with local connections including Mary Shelley and Frankenstein, Bram Stoker and Dracula and, of course, there’ll be a nod to Dr Who when we visit the Boscombe Tardis.

Tuesday 1st May and Friday 4th May, both starting at 11am.  Meet outside Lidl inside the Sovereign Centre ready for an 11am start. No need to book, just turn up!

This free walk is supported by Coastal BID and the Sovereign Shopping Centre. It will last approximately 75 minutes.

Be prepared: the route is mainly flat and is within the precinct, Sovereign Centre and Royal Arcade. I would recommend wearing flat, comfortable footwear and dressing appropriately for the weather. There are good bus services to Boscombe Centre, plenty of pay carparks nearby and some on street parking a short walk away. There are good loos in the Sovereign Centre and lots of cafés nearby. NB: This walk is not suitable for dogs as Sovereign Centre has a no dogs policy.

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Hidden Histories of Boscombe Chine (Monday 7th May)

Whether you are a resident or visitor you’re sure to enjoy this circular guided walk with Hattie Miles. You will find out about Boscombe Chine’s history, the many famous people connected to it and discover some of its hidden secrets.

Meet at the Chine Hotel, 25 Boscombe Spa Road, Boscombe BH5 1AX  

Bank Holiday Monday 7th May, starting at 10.30am

Price: £6 (over sixties & students £5). No need to book, just turn up!

The walk lasts approximately one-and-three-quarter hours.

Be prepared: this is a moderate walk and includes some slopes and steps with a good rail. I recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather. Walkers can park in the hotel’s carparks, but please let reception know you are there. Refreshments are available at the Chine Hotel before or after the walk. 

For more information see: walkingtalks.wordpress.com or contact Hatte Miles on hattiepix@gmail.com (groupbookings on alternative days can be arranged).

The Chine Hotel c1951 from an advertisement in the Bournemouth town guide.

 

Hidden Secrets of Bournemouth (8th, 13th & 15th May)

Join Hattie Miles on this enjoyable circular guided walk. You will find out about the area’s history, famous residents and visitors, and discover some of the town’s hidden secrets.

Meet at Hotel Miramar, E Overcliff Dr, BH1 3AL … at reception or on the terrace. Tuesday mornings  8th May and 15th May starting at 11am … and Sunday afternoon 13th May starting at 4pm.  (No need to book, just turn up!)

Price: £6.00 (over sixties and students £5.00)  There’s no need to book – just turn up. This guided walk lasts approximately one-and-three-quarter hours.

Be prepared: this walk will include a sloping path down to Bournemouth promenade  and some steps with a good rail. I recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather. Walkers can park in the carpark at the rear of the hotel, just let reception know you are there … there are also bus stops nearby.

For more information see: walkingtalks.wordpress.com or contact Hatte Miles on hattiepix@gmail.com (groupbookings on alternative days can be arranged).

Hotel Miramar with its fabulous daffodil display.

Bournemouth: Crime & the Underworld … now fully booked!

“Bournemouth: Crime and the Underworld” is a guided walk with Hattie Miles that will tell you about historic crimes relating to the town. Many come to Bournemouth for a taste of the peaceful life but there is a darker side. There are links to infamous murders, enterprising conmen, the Great Train Robbery and even Jack the Ripper. The walk is one of several events linked to the “A Question of Guilt: A Crime Writer’s Collection” exhibition at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum.

Walk date: Saturday 24th March starting at 1.30pm. We meet at the  Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum, BH1 3AA. A photo of this walk can be seen on the walkingtalks Facebook page.

Tickets cost £16.50 that includes entry into the historic house and, after the walk, tea & cake and an introduction to the “A Question of Guilt” exhibition by a member of the curator team. To book ask at the Russell-Cotes Welcome Desk or telephone 01202 451820. Please book in advance to ensure your place. Booking essential!

Be prepared: this is a moderate walk and includes some slopes and steps with a good rail. I recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing appropriately for the weather. The walk will last approximately 90 minutes. Before and after the walk, you are welcome to enjoy the house and gallery.

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum: it may be early for roses but it’s not to early for intrigue!

History & Horrors: a Boscombe Journey

NEW DATES WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!

Thank you everyone who came to this walk – there are a few pictures on the walkingtalks Facebook page.

‘History & Horrors: a Boscombe Journey’ is a guided walk with Hattie Miles. It will take you around the Boscombe precinct area to discover some of its past and hidden secrets. It will also tell you about stories and characters created by famous authors with local connections.

Friday 16th February starting at 11am.  Meet outside the pop-up Heritage Museum opposite Lidl in the Sovereign Centre.

This free walk is part of the Shelley Frankenstein Festival 2018. It will
last approximately 75 minutes.

Be prepared: the route is mainly flat and is largely within the precinct, Sovereign Centre and Royal Arcade. I would recommend wearing flat, comfortable footwear and dressing appropriately for the weather. There are good bus services to Boscombe Centre, plenty of pay carparks nearby and some on street parking a short walk away.

“Walk, Woof and Wag” dog walk

Photographs from this walk can be seen on the walkingtalks Facebook page:

Help us Celebrate The Chinese New Year of the Dog on our “Walk, Woof and Wag”. This free circular dog walk is open to anyone with a well behaved dog and aims to raise money for the PDSA.  No fee, but donations gratefully received on the day.

Date: meet on Saturday February 10th ready for an 11am start from outside the main entrance of the Sovereign Centre in Boscombe’s pedestrian precinct. The walk will be led by Hattie Miles and is supported by the local business community and Coastal BID.

Be prepared: This walk is designed for dogs and their human friends. In residential areas and near roads dogs need to be on a lead, but there will be opportunity for a run-around for dogs that enjoy it. Please bring your own poop bags and any doggy essentials your dog likes during a walk. I recommend that humans wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. The walk will include some slopes and a few steps and we aim to go down to the beach if the weather is suitable. 

Famous people born in years of the Dog include Winston Churchill, Mother Teresa, Leonard Cohen, Judi Dench, Elvis Presley, Steven Spielberg, Donald Trump, David Bowie, Madonna and Harry Styles.

Dog walkers on Boscombe beach.

Happy New Year!!

Happy New Year! Thank you everyone who has supported my walks during 2017 … it’s always good to see you.  Look out for a new season of walks for 2018 … details will be posted soon.  NB: There are no walks during January and February (apart from the Chinese New Year Dog Walk!) … see above, details will be posted soon!!

 A group of walkers on a sunny day in Boscombe Chine …