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The latest planning list is available to download here. September was a relatively quiet month for planning across the ward, with fewer new applications than in recent months. Most proposals involved minor householder alterations, non- material amendments or variations to previously approved schemes, with few raising significant planning concerns or warranting formal objections from the Association. The most notable development concerned the Haven Hotel, Sandbanks, where an application … Read More

A MESSAGE FROM PETER SCHROEDER – Retiring Chair On standing down from the Chair • Honoured guests and fellow Association members, good morning. Firstly, my apologies for not being with you today but I know the meeting is in excellent hands with Roy in the chair. Roy is kindly stepping in for Andrea who is most unfortunately unwell and I’d like to send her my very best wishes … Read More

BPCCRA AGM Questions April 11, 2026 1 Unattended Roads and Walkways Is it possible to make sure our roads, walkways and Chines are kept clear of tree litter (leaves, cones, needles, branches),other sodden debris (not to mention litter) and are usable for pedestrians, particularly in the wet winter? It would help if roads were cleared of parked cars in advance of any sweeping. This never seems to happen.EG: … Read More

Our magazine is out now so you should have it or would have spotted it when out and about, you can also download the pdf file here.

The Association urges action to save Beach Road Car Park [8th February 2024] – The Branksome Park & Canford Cliffs Residents Association today expressed its vehement opposition to the proposed disposal of a large part of Beach Road Car Park, calling it a “short-sighted and damaging decision” that would negatively impact residents, visitors, and the local economy. At the full Council meeting on Tuesday 20th Feb, the Council … Read More