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Student life in Bournemouth

201 places students use in Bournemouth: accommodation, eating out, cafés, pubs and bars, gyms, supermarkets, barbers and banks. Independents first. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Student picks include The Squirrel Café for coffee, Beirut Lounge for eating out and Coastside CrossFit for fitness.

Universities: Bournemouth University, AUB.

UniMove operate in Bournemouth on Fridays, every week.

Fig. 1. UniMove student storage

Store your things in Bournemouth over the holidays

UniMove collects your things from your room, stores them safely over the holidays and brings them back when you return. Door to door, packed and labelled, one price paid up front.

UniMove operate in Bournemouth on Fridays, every week.

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One all-in price covers collection, storage and return. See it before you pay.

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Where do students eat, drink and train in Bournemouth?

Everything Student lists 201 businesses across 9 categories in Bournemouth for students at Bournemouth University, AUB, independents first. Independent picks include The Squirrel Café for coffee, Beirut Lounge for eating out, Coastside CrossFit for fitness. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Can UniMove collect and store my things in Bournemouth?

Yes. UniMove collect from your room in Bournemouth on Fridays each week, store your things over the holidays and bring them back when you return, door to door. Enter your details in the booking tool for your day and one all-in price before you pay.

What are the best cafes for students in Bournemouth?

Everything Student lists 25 cafes and coffee shops in Bournemouth, independents first. Top independent entries include The Squirrel Café, Pause Cat Cafe and Pondok. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Where are the best places to eat out for students in Bournemouth?

Everything Student lists 25 restaurants and takeaways in Bournemouth, independents first. Top independent entries include Beirut Lounge, Funki Griller and Woodpecker Bar and Cafe. Last checked 23 October 2026.

What gyms are there for students in Bournemouth?

Everything Student lists 28 gyms and fitness centres in Bournemouth, independents first. Top independent entries include Coastside CrossFit, Fit 2 Box and Movement Culture Gyms. Last checked 23 October 2026.

What are the best pubs and bars for students in Bournemouth?

Everything Student lists 25 pubs and bars in Bournemouth, independents first. Top independent entries include 1812, Bar So and BOMO House. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Where are the best barbers and beauty salons for students in Bournemouth?

Everything Student lists 25 barbers and beauty salons in Bournemouth, independents first. Top independent entries include Holmes of Beauty, R1 Barbers and Westover Beauty. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Which supermarkets are near the university in Bournemouth?

Everything Student lists 25 supermarkets and grocery shops in Bournemouth, independents first. Top independent entries include Makkah. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Which letting agents handle student accommodation in Bournemouth?

Everything Student lists 25 student lettings agents in Bournemouth, independents first. Top independent entries include Austin & Wyatt, Brown and Kay and NMC Property. Last checked 23 October 2026.

UniMove operate in Bournemouth on Fridays, every week. They collect from your room, store over the holidays and bring it back. Get a price →