Nestled between the Avon and Stour rivers, their site at Elkins boatyard is a wonderful haven of tranquillity surrounded by water and nature. Comprising of two woodfired Lithuanian saunas, an eye catching seven-foot-wide ice bath and two other cold plunges set into a wooden deck this is one stylish site. The idea behind the Slomo site in Christchurch is to move things on from a simple sauna on wheels and evolve into a Nordic spa idea where you can go on your own and meet likeminded souls to hang out or come as a group or private party and enjoy the communal experience together. Add in comfy seating, sofas and a fire pit and you may not want to leave! Book your SLOMO Experience here - (Quote 20SLOMO to enjoy our partnership discount!)

A high-end beauty & massage studio, open 7 days per week. Book your treatment here! (Let the team know that you are staying at The Kings Arms to enjoy 20% off your first treatment and 10% thereafter)

A Nordic sauna situated on Avon beach, just a five-minute drive or 45 minute scenic walk from the hotel, across Stanpit marsh. Enjoy panoramic views across to the Isle of Wight, a mix of golden sand and shingle, and unwind with a dip into the chilly waters. Book your Sauna Experience here - (Quote KINGSARMS10COMMUNAL OR KINGSARMS10PRIVAT to enjoy a 10% discount)

The 65ha site has habitats including salt marsh with creeks and salt pans, reed beds, mud flats, freshwater marsh, gravel estuarine banks and sandy scrub. Over 300 species of plants have been recorded at Stanpit Marsh, 14 of which are nationally rare and endangered. This diversity of plant life supports a strong wildlife community, including a great number of butterflies and dragonflies. There are also 313 recorded bird species, some of which breed on Stanpit but most arriving with the spring or autumn migration.

What better place to relax and enjoy the stunning Avon Beach Coastline than from your very own Beach Hut! Each Beach Hut comes with two Deckchairs, Cupboard & Worktop. Pre order a picnic to enjoy from the Hotel Reception team, or pre order fish & chips from the Noisy Lobsters Lobster Hatch!

Hengistbury Head is a dramatic headland in Bournemouth situated to the south of Christchurch Harbour. It is an outstanding site for wildlife and archaeology and offers beautiful beaches and views across the New Forest, Isle of Wight and Purbecks. Access is easy for all ages and abilities and there is a land train linking to Mudeford Spit, and ferries to Christchurch. Buses run close by.

Enjoy the glorious golden sandy beach, see the exclusive beach huts (the most expensive in the UK), have something to eat at the beachside cafe or explore further into Hengistbury Head nature reserve.

The Mudeford Ferry operates between Mudeford Quay and the Beach at Mudeford Sandbank approximately every 15 minutes during British Summer Time, which is from Easter to late October, weather permitting. Visit website

You can buy nets, buckets and bait from the shop at the end of the Quay if you don't have your own. There is also a children's play area to let the little ones burn off some energy.

A vintage ferry service running from April until October between Tuckton Tea Gardens, Wick Ferry, Christchurch Quay and Mudeford Sandbank for the beach and Hengistbury Head. It’s the best way to beat the traffic and have an adventurous trip over to the park at the Quay or a day on the beach at the famous Mudeford Sandbank.

A former Georgian workhouse, the Red House is now a museum exploring the story of Christchurch from before the Ice Age to modern times.

Christchurch Priory is an ecclesiastical parish and former priory church. It is one of the longest parish churches in the country and is as large as many of the Church of England Cathedrals.

Celebrating 90 years of entertainment in Christchurch. The Regent is a thriving 1931 Art Deco Cinema and Theatre. Open all year round, the venue provides the very best in entertainment, from live shows, films, broadcasts, to children's shows and local amateur dramatics.

Place Mill is a heritage Mill, situated on the Quomps, Christchurch Quay. It is one of the key heritage sites in Christchurch, alongside Christchurch Castle, the Norman House, and the Priory.