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Flaghead Chine Beach – Branksome Chine Beach loop from Canford Cliffs

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Flaghead Chine Beach – Branksome Chine Beach loop from Canford Cliffs

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Flaghead Chine Beach – Branksome Chine Beach loop from Canford Cliffs

01:21

12.5km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 30, 2026

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Bus stop

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3.46 km

Brownsea is the largest island in Poole Harbour. Owned by the National Trust, the island is a haven for wildlife. Red squirrels dart amongst the woodland and peacocks prance around the lawn in front of Brownsea Castle.

To reach the island, you can catch a boat from Poole Quay between 9.30am and 5pm. A return ticket on the ferry costs £12.50 for adults. For more information, see: nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island

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4.53 km

Tesco Express

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It's a supermarket and it sells various items. Don't believe me? Go in and have a look. I'm not lying.

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4.77 km

Flaghead Chine Beach

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A fine sandy, gently sloping beach with clear water and views over the Purbeck Hills. A quieter alternative to the rest of Sandbanks and Bournemouth beach.

In the distance you can see the white chalk of Old Harry Rocks, an iconic landmark on the Studland peninsula.

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6.69 km

Branksome Chine Beach

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Branksome Chine Beach is the perfect location to enjoy the sandy shores of Poole and Bournemouth. The beach backs up onto a promenade where you can find a shop, bar, and a restaurant. It is a wonderful spot for swimming having gained itself an iconic Blue Flag award, that assures good water quality.

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8.33 km

Bournemouth Beach Map

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9.23 km

Poole Beach

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What else is there to say apart from absolutely beautiful down here when the masses of people have gone. Not so great during the summer days. way too busy

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9.90 km

West Undercliff Promenade

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Nice little spot to stop and take in the sea air, just slight off the main road. Benches to sit on and a coffee shop.

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12.5 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.01 km

2.70 km

2.53 km

2.35 km

1.85 km

Surfaces

6.28 km

3.42 km

2.70 km

< 100 m

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Tuesday 30 June

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Flaghead Chine Beach – Branksome Chine Beach loop from Canford Cliffs

New Cycle Lane

View of Brownsea Island

Tesco Express

Flaghead Chine Beach

Branksome Chine Beach

Bournemouth Beach Map

Poole Beach

West Undercliff Promenade

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