Temporary Bournemouth police station front counter closure

On Monday 2 February 2026 the Bournemouth enquiry office will be temporarily closed for one day due to unavoidable circumstances.  

If you are due to attend Bournemouth police station to sign-on for bail, you can still do so by using the yellow phone outside of the station.

For any other matters, such as the collection of lost or seized property, section 165 release requests or prohibition orders, please visit the enquiry office when it re-opens on Tuesday 3 February 2026.  

Officers and staff will continue to carry out patrols and operational duties from Bournemouth police station.

You can report non-emergency matters through the Dorset Police website by visiting: https://www.dorset.police.uk, or call 101.

You should always call 999 if a crime is in progress or if there is a danger to life.