Both Poole and Bournemouth came second to Thanet in Kent which again claimed the title for the most Blue Flag beaches with eight. Across the country there are 147 award-winning beaches.

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Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have once more scooped more Blue Flags than any other UK destination.Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have once more scooped more Blue Flags than any other ...