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Walking & Trails

At anytime of the year Poole and it's neighbouring countryside provide some wonderful routes for walkers. The Poole Harbour coast is currently the finishing point for the South West Coast path. There are numerous walks in the area, guided and specialist. Enquire at Poole Tourist Information Centre for more info or refer to the What's On calendar for any organised walks.

Cycling

Poole has over 50 miles of cycle network and 28 miles of path are away from traffic, including leisure routes in pleasant green areas and cycle paths by the sea.

The various routes cater for all abilities of cyclist. It is possible to cycle between Poole Town Centre and Upton Country Park, Wimborne and Bournemouth Town Centre using National Cycle Network Route 25. Route 2 will take you along the seafront promenade to Bournemouth - please note cycling restrictions apply at certain times of the year.

Fishing

With a stunning natural harbour, Poole is a perfect spot for fishing, there are vendors you can use to go out on the sea on a fishing trip or locations where you can just sit back, relax and wait patiently for a bite..!

Health & Wellbeing

If you are looking for the perfect destination to unwind & relax, then there are few places that can rival Poole!

There are a number of hotels that offer the ultimate in spa indulgence along the Coast with the Most, with special packages and treatments that can take you away from it all.

Wildlife & Bird Watching

Poole is an absolute treat for nature lovers! The area is packed with stunning wildlife, rich in diversity and well worth seeing. Explore Brownsea Island the home of the red squirrel.

The best way to see the wildlife is to visit a reserve, attend an event, make a date with nature!

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City Sightseeing Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Join the City Sightseeing Tour for a delightful circular coastal route between Bournemouth and Poole Quay, taking in breathtaking views of Sandbanks and Poole Quay. A fantastic way for visitors to get their bearings, experience our beautiful,…

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Discover Dorset Tours

Bournemouth

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Take a Discover Dorset tour with a professional guide and enjoy views you would never see from the driving seat .

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Centre VR

Bournemouth

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Centre VR brings the wonder of virtual reality to life, with some of the most amazing and fun immersive experiences around!
Brewhouse & Kitchen Experiences

Bournemouth

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Open your mind to a new experience!
Book the following experiences at our Poole, Bournemouth, and Southbourne locations!

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Rev's Water Taxi and Harbour Tours

Poole

Welcome to Rev’s Water Taxi and Tours. Please see our website regarding safety and Covid 19.

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morebus

Poole

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morebus is the award-winning bus service in and around Poole, Bournemouth, Purbeck, Salisbury and the New Forest.
Easyriders

Poole

Easyriders is the only dedicated Kiteboarding, Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), Foil and Wing watersports school in Dorset.
The Watersports Academy

Poole

Ideally located on the world-famous Sandbanks Peninsula, The Watersports Academy is the South Coast’s leading water sports activity centre.
City Cruises Poole

Poole

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Boat cruises, Jurassic Coast, Poole Harbour tours & Sea Train Adventures from Poole Quay.

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Yellow Buses

Bournemouth

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Let the bus take the strain and sit back and enjoy the view by taking a trip with Yellow Buses.
Poole Cockle Trail Self Guided Walk

Poole

A walk around the Old Town - follow the brass plaques in the pavement to retrace Poole's rich historical heritage.
Brownsea Island Ferries

Poole

Poole's oldest boat company leaving from the Yellow Kiosks on Poole Quay, harbour cruises, Jurassic cruises, bird boats and trips to Brownsea Island.

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RockReef Activity Centre & Pier Zip

Bournemouth

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If you’re looking for a fun, adrenaline fuelled day out for all the family, visit RockReef, the all year all weather exciting attraction located on the iconic Bournemouth Pier!

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Rockley Watersports

Poole

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Training, learning or simply want to spend time on the water? Check out what Rockley, the UK’s premier provider of watersports tuition and holidays, has to offer at Rockley Point.
Greenslade Pleasure Boats

Poole

Board a Greenslade boat & see the wonderful Poole Harbour or take a trip up the Wareham river.

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Sea Fishing Poole

Poole

Sea Fishing Poole, book a fishing trip, buy your equipment or charter a boat - have a day's adventure.
Poole Harbour Watersports

Poole

Take up a new healthy fun activity - kitesurfing & windsurfing for all ages & abilities plus paddle boarding & kayak tours.
Cyclexperience

WAREHAM

Get tranquility, exercise and discovery on a bike and explore the woodland, heath, beaches and hills of Purbeck! Ride top-brand mountain bikes or modern electric bikes with a free helmet and toolkit included. We always make sure you get sent off…

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