Other current and historical names
Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Boscombe within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Boscombe, a summer resort of tourists and ry. sta., Hants, in E. suburbs of Bournemouth; P.O., T.O. The seats of B. Manor and B. Tower are in the immediate vicinity; also Boscombe Chine, a narrow ravine.