Key facts - tourism
This section gives some basic information on the number of visitors to Dorset, their value to the local economy and the numbers employed in tourism.
Visitor Numbers
| Area | Visitor nights (m) | Day visits (m) |
|---|---|---|
Christchurch | 0.9 | 0.9 |
East Dorset | 1.0 | 1.5 |
North Dorset | 0.7 | 1.1 |
Purbeck | 2.2 | 2.0 |
West Dorset | 2.9 | 3.0 |
Weymouth and Portland | 1.7 | 1.2 |
Bournemouth | 4.2 | 3.8 |
| DCC Dorset | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Poole | 1.8 | 2.4 |
| Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole | 15.4 | 15.8 |
Tourism Spend & Employment
| Area | Tourism spend (£m) | Tourism supported employment |
|---|---|---|
Christchurch | 84.6 | 1,500 |
East Dorset | 102.2 | 1,700 |
North Dorset | 76.6 | 1,400 |
Purbeck | 181.9 | 2,700 |
West Dorset | 268.7 | 4,600 |
Weymouth and Portland | 166.0 | 3,200 |
Bournemouth | 462.1 | 8,200 |
| DCC Dorset | 880.0 | 15,200 |
| Poole | 188.4 | 3,400 |
| Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole | 1,530.5 | 31,600 |
Source: Volume and Value of Tourism, 2009 South West Research Council
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