Welcome to Ferndown, Dorest Ferndown is one of the largest towns in Dorset with a population of over 20,000. It is primarily a retirement area, situated as it is within easy reach of the sea at Bournemouth, the New Forest at Ringwood and Burley and the Ancient Boroughs of Poole and Christchurch. It is served by good transport routes in all directions and Bournemouth International Airport is a short distance away. It also has a lively social and community life with an excellent shopping centre, four Village Halls and a Community Centre. The young people in the town are well served too, with a most successful pyramid of schools, recreation facilities and youth services. The civic life of the Town is based on a flourishing Town Council and Town Mayor. The religious community have many Churches and places of worship with their own social and community activities. Secular interests are catered for in a host of local community groups, football and cricket clubs, plus one of the best bowling greens in Dorset. The town is twinned with Segre in France and regular exchange visits are arranged. Whilst every care has been taken in compiling this publication and the statements contained herein are believed to be correct, the publishers and promoters cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies. Reproduction of any part of this publication in any format, without permission, is strictly forbidden Editorial and compilation courtesy of Councillor Douglas Lock and Town Clerk Mrs M. Derricott. All photographs by Ferndown Camera Club