A Bournemouth church welcomed the news from the Culture Secretary and Minister for Women and Equalities Minister Maria Miller that marriages for same sex couples will begin on 29th March 2014.  

Metropolitan Community Church (MCC) says they look forward to performing marriage ceremonies in their church building on Hannington Road in Pokesdown which is registered for both marriages and civil partnerships.  

The Cumberland on East Cliff has a packed entertainment programme for 2014.

Expect exciting entertainment paired with goof food and stunning surroundings!

FRIDAY 14th February - VALENTINES With DIANE JAMES Continue with your romantic mood with our Candlelit Dinner in the Mirabelle with Champagne on arrival - £32.50

WEDNESDAY 26th March - SHOWSTOPPERS - Songs from Broadway and the West End with DIANE JAMES, LEA  MARTIN & PAUL SHINAR, Menu 2/3 Course Dinner - £19.90 / £24.90. Show only £12.50

FRIDAY 25th April - BOLLYWOOD NIGHT -  with JUST JHOOM with interactive audience  participation and Authentic Indian Music With a 2 course Traditional Indian Buffet Dinner - £24.90

THURSDAY 15th May - CERI DUPREE -  The amazing international female Impersonator With 2/3 course dinner-for ONE NIGHT ONLY! £29.90 / £34.50

SATURDAY 17th May - EUROVISION PARTY NIGHT with DIANE JAMES & LEA MARTIN presenting the Big Screen and Camp Comper. With a Taste of Europe Buffet. £24.50

FRIDAY 13th June - ADELE TRIBUTE ACT with DIANE JAMES & LEA MARTIN - Menu 2/3 Course Dinner - £29.90 / £34.50.Show only £18.00