Culture, arts & entertainment: things to do in Bournemouth

THURSDAY 30TH APRIL 2026
A THING TO DO TODAY

in BOURNEMOUTH
Estimated cost Cost of sandwich Estimated duration 30 mins
The 4th Earl of Sandwich died on this day in 1792. According to tradition, he asked for a filling between two slices of bread so that he could eat while playing cards, and the name 'sandwich' has been given to his creation ever since. To celebrate the 4th Earl's innovative spirit, try a new sandwich filling today - here are some to get you started.
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BOURNEMOUTH
BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE
50.72°N, 1.88°W


Sunrise: 04:43
Sunset: 19:26
Moon Phase: full moon
Weather: few clouds, 16°C max, 11°C min


“Tomorrow, do thy worst, for I have lived today.”
JOHN DRYDEN