Ferndown Launderette
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Ferndown Launderette

39 Glenmoor Rd, Ferndown, BH22 8QE4.6(49 reviews)

Opening Hours

Monday
6am-9pm
Tuesday
6am-9pm
Wednesday
6am-9pm
Thursday
6am-9pm
Friday
6am-9pm
Saturday
6am-9pm
Sunday
6am-9pm

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Pricing

Washers

Self-service washer - StandardSelf-service washing
£8 per wash
Self-service washer - StandardSelf-service washing
£10 per wash
Self-service washer - StandardSelf-service washing
£12 per wash

Dryers

Self-service dryer - StandardApproximately 7 minutes per £1
from £2 per cycle

Other prices

Service wash - Two loadDrop-off laundry service
£21.99 per service
Service wash - Three loadDrop-off laundry service
£27.99 per service
Service wash - Five loadDrop-off laundry service
£35.99 per service
Sports kit cleaning - Football kitsDrop-off service
£25.99 per service
Bedding cleaning - SingleDrop-off service
£24.99 per item
Bedding cleaning - Single featherDrop-off service
£29.99 per item
Bedding cleaning - DoubleDrop-off service
£29.99 per item
Bedding cleaning - Double featherDrop-off service
£32.99 per item

More price items may be available on the launderette website or in store.

Payment

Coin
Card
Contactless

Contactless and card payments accepted; cash via £1 and £2 coins only. No change machine available.

Services and Amenities

  • Self Service
  • Service Wash
  • Card Payment
  • Coin Operated
  • Bedding Cleaning
  • Duvet Cleaning
  • Pet Bedding Washing
  • Pillow Cleaning
  • Sleeping Bag Cleaning
  • Sports Kit Cleaning
  • Wash Dry
  • 7 Days A Week Operation
  • Accessible Entrance
  • Accessible Parking
  • Cash Accepted
  • Contactless Payment
  • Early Opening
  • Extended Hours
  • Extra Large Washers
  • Industrial Machines
  • Large Capacity Dryers
  • Large Capacity Washers
  • Late Closing
  • Modern Equipment
  • Multiple Machine Sizes
  • Multiple Wash Programs
  • New Machines
  • On Site Staff
  • Open 7 Days A Week
  • Parking Available
  • Recently Renovated
  • Staffed Service
  • Tumble Dryers
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Customer Reviews

4.6
49 Google reviews

The launderette receives strong positive sentiment following its refurbishment under new management. Customers praise the modern equipment, contactless payment options, friendly staff, and cleaning quality, though some historical complaints about pricing and facility condition persist from pre-refurbishment reviews. Overall satisfaction is high with customers actively recommending the facility and reporting willingness to return.

Based on automated analysis of customer reviews

Machines EquipmentStrong positive signal
11 mentions
Staff ServiceStrong positive signal
8 mentions
Payment OptionsStrong positive signal
7 mentions
Facility CleanlinessStrong positive signal
9 mentions
Quality ResultsStrong positive signal
6 mentions
Convenience AmenitiesStrong positive signal
6 mentions
Speed EfficiencyStrong positive signal
7 mentions
PricingMostly positive
5 mentions
Common positives
  • New, large-capacity machines with multiple wash temperatures and card payment integration
  • Staff are approachable, helpful, and go above and beyond (e.g., resolving duvet issues at owner's cost)
  • Clean, bright, modern facility with extended opening hours (6am–9pm)
  • Service wash option available with professional turnaround and manager follow-up
  • Convenient location with parking and nearby amenities; customers travel from distance to use it
Watch-outs
  • Previously no coin change availability
  • Doors lock before stated closing time, trapping customer belongings
  • Pre-refurbishment: dirty environment and leaking machines
  • Perceived as expensive relative to market
  • No pricing differentiation between wash types (hot vs. eco)

* These highlights and concerns are based on automated analysis of user feedback and are not independently verified.

About this launderette

Ferndown Launderette

Ferndown Launderette is a family-owned launderette with over 60 years of combined experience in the laundry sector. The recently refurbished facility offers both self-service and drop-off washing options, featuring state-of-the-art industrial machines capable of washing or drying up to five standard loads in less than 30 minutes. Self-service machines accept both cash (£1 and £2 coins) and contactless card payments and operate 15 hours daily for customer convenience, while the drop-off service with professional attendant assistance is available Monday to Saturday, 9:30am to 1pm. The launderette provides specialized services including bedding, duvet, pillow, and sleeping bag cleaning, plus sports kit washing. The accessible facility with wheelchair parking and entrance is open 6am-9pm daily, making it a convenient, modern, and cost-effective solution for all laundry needs in the Ferndown area.

Questions people ask

What payment methods does Ferndown Launderette accept?
Ferndown Launderette accepts cash, card, and contactless payments. Cash payments are available via £1 and £2 coins only, and no change machine is available on-site. All washing and drying machines feature card readers, making contactless and card payments convenient alternatives to carrying coins.
What are the washing machine sizes and prices?
Ferndown Launderette offers three self-service washing machine sizes: 2-load capacity at £8.00, 3-load capacity at £10.00, and 5-load capacity at £12.00. All machines are state-of-the-art industrial equipment with card readers built-in. For drying, tumble dryers start from £2.00 and range up to £6.00 depending on drying time required.
Does Ferndown Launderette offer a service wash (drop-off) option?
Yes, Ferndown Launderette provides a professional service wash with wash-and-dry-fold options. Service wash pricing is £21.99 for a 2-load service, £27.99 for 3-loads, and £35.99 for 5-loads; specialist football kit cleaning is available at £25.99. Drop-off service wash is available Monday to Saturday between 9:30am and 1:00pm.
What are Ferndown Launderette's opening hours and when must customers collect their washing?
Ferndown Launderette is open from 6:00am to 9:00pm daily. Customers are advised that the doors self-close at 9:00pm, so all washing should be collected before this time to avoid items being locked inside overnight. This extended operating schedule accommodates customers who work during standard business hours.
Can large items like king-size duvets and sleeping bags be cleaned at Ferndown Launderette?
Yes, Ferndown Launderette accommodates large items such as king-size duvets and sleeping bags. The tumble dryers feature king-size duvet capacity, and specialist services for bedding and sleeping bag cleaning are available. Customers report that large items are dried gently and thoroughly within the facility's 6:00am-9:00pm operating window.
Is Ferndown Launderette wheelchair accessible and what parking is available?
Ferndown Launderette is wheelchair accessible with a dedicated wheelchair-accessible car park located adjacent to the shop. Free parking is available, and the facility includes nearby shops for refreshments and snacks. The modern, bright premises makes it an accessible and convenient destination for all customers.

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Last updated
2026-05-18
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