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Stour Valley Nature Reserve – Swim Spot on the River Stour loop from Bournemouth

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South West England

Stour Valley Nature Reserve – Swim Spot on the River Stour loop from Bournemouth

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Stour Valley Nature Reserve – Swim Spot on the River Stour loop from Bournemouth

00:56

3.68km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

182 m

Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre and Wildflower Meadow

Highlight • Cafe

The Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre opened in 2016 to raise awareness of the area's rich wildlife and cultural heritage. There is cafe with wooden benches and a play area on …

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2

1.70 km

Stour Valley Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

Stour Valley Nature Reserve is a gorgeous location situated on the north-west edge of Bournemouth. The reserve consists of meadows, hedgrows, and woodland in a serene riverside setting.

There are …

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3

2.00 km

Bench With View of the River Stour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Hard compact track but can get muddy. Benches along the track, ideal for a stop with views of the river.

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4

2.62 km

Swim Spot on the River Stour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful wild swimming spot situated along a tranquil stretch of the River Stour in Bournemouth. The swimming spot is located inside the Stour Valley Local Nature Reserve which is defined …

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3.68 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.19 km

326 m

148 m

Surfaces

3.07 km

326 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 11 October

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14°C

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