More and more choice Introduction Victorian Bournemouth (125) surveys the hotels present in the resort during the period 1872-1881. Over these years the number of establishments more than doubled. The article explores the social backgrounds of those who controlled or managed the hotels. Victorian Bournemouth (125): venue survey Holiday venues For much of Bournemouth’s early […]
Greater choice. Local landmarks. Introduction Victorian Bournemouth (94) surveys hotels present in the resort during its second period. It establishes their number, their commercial and social usage, and profiles the managers. The old duopoly comprising the Bath and Belle Vue hotels faded as new businesses entered the category. Victorian Bournemouth (94): background Hotel population Bournemouth’s […]