Bournemouth, a prominent coastal resort town in Dorset, England, is home to nearly 200,000 residents as of 2021. What was once an uninhabited heathland was transformed into a health resort by Lewis Tregonwell in 1810, experiencing significant growth after the railway opened in 1870. Today, it attracts over five million annual visitors, drawn by its seven-mile stretch of golden sand beaches, vibrant nightlife, and Victorian architecture.

Beyond tourism, which is supported by venues like the Bournemouth International Centre, financial services play a crucial role in the local economy. The town is also known for Bournemouth University and the Premier League football club AFC Bournemouth, with its name, first recorded as "La Bournemothe" in 1406, stemming from the mouth of a small stream.