Bournemouth Seafront Strategy (2007-2011) - sets out a vision for the future management and development of Bournemouth's award winning seafront. An essential tool guiding internal and external investment as the Council seeks to build on Bournemouth's reputation as one of the UK's premier beaches (PDF, 2.7MB, opens in a new window).

Hengistbury Head Management Plan (October 2005) - the Plan sets out to describe and evaluate Hengistbury Head and to prescribe a workable management programme for the site.  It is the second revision of a Plan originally written in 1989 (PDF, 1MB, opens in a new window).

Poole Bay & Harbour Strategy Study (March 2004) defines coastal defences for Poole Bay (between Durlston Head and Hengistbury Head including Poole Harbour) and how they should be managed.  This study developed from SMP1 and contributes to SMP2.

July 2010 - the Poole Bay & Harbour Strategy is currently under review by the Environment Agency

Poole & Christchurch Bays SMP2 Scoping Report (July 2008) prepared for the principal purpose of providing information for the SMP2 consultant to assist in the preparation of the Shoreline Management Plan review (PDF, 1.85MB, opens in a new window).

Poole Harbour Aquatic Management Plan (2006) looks at ways of maintaining sustainable levels of economic and social activity within the Harbour and its hinterland, while protecting its natural environment.  Links to an external website.