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Born in 1758 in Anderson, Dorset, Tregonwell lived at Cranborne Lodge where he was the squire. His second wife was Henrietta Portman. When Henrietta’s second child, Grosvenor Tregonwell, died, having been accidentally given a double dose of medicine, Henrietta sank into a melancholia, which resulted in the Tregonwells holidaying at Mudeford, near Christchurch, Hampshire, to recuperate. During their holiday they visited ‘Bourne’ which they found so delightful that they bought land there in 1810. They subsequently built a house on the site, precipitating the growth of what became Bournemouth.

More than 200 years earlier, Tregonwell’s direct ancestor, Henry Hastings, the eccentric Dorset sportsman (son of George Hastings, 4th Earl of Huntingdon), had briefly controlled the land that his great-great-great grandson bought, when he was lord of the manor of Christchurch from 1597 until 1601. Hastings’ youngest daughter Dorothy married Thomas Tregonwell.

13/02/2026

Intersting historical fact
A travel guide published in 1831 calls the place "Bourne Cliffe" or "Tregonwell's Bourne" after its founder. The Spas of England, published ten years later, calls it simply "Bourne" as does an 1838 edition of the Hampshire Advertiser. In the late 19th century "Bournemouth" became predominant.

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20/12/2025

Dear Valued Guest,
As the festive season approaches, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for being a loyal and valued guest of the Tregonholme Hotel. Your continued support truly means a great deal to us.
We wish you a very Merry Christmas filled with warmth, joy, and special moments, and a Happy New Year bringing health, happiness, and success in everything you do.
It has always been a pleasure welcoming you, and we very much look forward to seeing you again in the New Year.
With our warmest festive wishes,
Tina

13/12/2025