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Attractions in and around Poole

It is important to make sure you know before you go and still book well in advance if required. Always visit the attraction websites direct for the most up to date information.

Poole’s harbour, quay and beaches provide unique opportunities for exploring the great outdoors. Home to Sunseeker, the RNLI and Brownsea Island, the area is packed with fantastic attractions to explore whatever the weather.

Family Fun

For wave jumping, farm fun, soft play or island hopping, Poole is a great base for family adventures and experiences. Experience thrilling rides,

Beaches

Find your perfect spot on one of the five world class Blue Flag beaches that stretch along Poole Bay, including world renowned Sandbanks, with iconic views towards Old Harry Rocks and the beautiful Purbeck Hills.

Poole Quay

With stunning views across the harbour to Brownsea Island, relax and refresh at one of the bars and restaurants, pick up a gift, check out a visiting tall ship or take a harbour cruise from Poole’s bustling working quayside. Get a bird’s eye view from the Sea Music Sculpture, by Sir Anthony Caro, his only site specific publically owned sculpture in the UK

Poole Harbour

Busy with fishing boats, yachts and luxury motor cruisers, each year the largest natural harbour in Europe is home to a host of international sailing competitions. Internationally recognised and protected the harbour is teeming with wildlife so bring your binoculars!

History & Culture

Delve into Poole’s rich history of sea captains, pirates & trade through its Georgian Old Town. Take a self guided trail, unravel Poole’s past and meet a ghost or two along the way.

Museums & Galleries

See history and exciting exhibitions brought to life, try a tactile trail and learn about Poole’s trading history and links with Poole Pottery at Poole Museum and Poole’s oldest building Scaplen’s Court.

Parks & Gardens

From Victorian splendour to award wining play parks, woodland, heathland and formal gardens, find your perfect picnic spot or hideaway.

Group Friendly

Create days to remember for you and your group with fantastic attractions, activity ideas, itinerary planners and tailored trips.

We're Good To Go

You can also keep an eye out for the Visit England 'Were Good to Go' mark. This is an accredited industry standard mark for all businesses who are COVID-19 secure. Businesses will be displaying this to show that they have followed government procedures in their preparations to welcome us back.

Plan ahead, Know Before You Go and visit Bournemouth with confidence.

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Compton Acres

Poole

Enjoy over 10 acres of horticultural heaven with spectacular themed gardens, relax in the charming Café, browse creative gifts or delve into the exciting world of plants within the Plant Centre, there's a surprise at every turn.

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Poole Park

Poole

If you’re looking for the tranquillity of a beautiful parkland greenspace but without a long trek from the town, Poole Park might just be your perfect retreat. This large park borders Poole town’s magnificent harbour and is open all year round all…

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Swanage Railway

Swanage

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What’s better than a leisurely trip behind an historic steam engine through an area of natural beauty.

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Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

Romsey

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Paultons Family Theme Park has over 70 wonderful rides and attractions. Paultons is of course home to the world’s first & UK exclusive Peppa Pig World!

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Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts

Poole

Experience, explore, discover and join in with the arts at Lighthouse, the largest regional arts centre in the UK
Hamworthy Park & Beach

Poole

Hamworthy Park beach offers an oasis of peace and tranquility from the busy town centre.
Tower Park Leisure Complex

Poole

At Tower Park, Poole, a galaxy of entertainment unfolds. With Splashdown water park, Cinema, Tenpin bowling, kids soft play, bingo and a range of restaurants, there's enough to keep you busy whatever the weather.

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Bournemouth International Centre

Bournemouth

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Whether you want to see a show, be educated at a conference, attend an exhibition or enjoy some art, the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) is a premier conference, events and…
Upton House Concerts

Poole

Three days of great music set in the beautiful grounds of Upton Country Park.
Harbourside Park

Poole

Harbourside Park is made up of Baiter and Whitecliff recreation grounds and is situated between Poole Park and Poole Harbour.
Beach Huts

Poole

Situated on Poole's prestigious blue flag beaches, beach huts are available for long term and short term hire.
Adventure Wonderland

Christchurch

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Dorset’s multi award-winning family theme park, Adventure Wonderland, with its great range of rides and attractions is the perfect spot for an unforgettable day out.

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Highcliffe Castle

Highcliffe, Christchurch

Highcliffe Castle is situated right on the beautiful beach and only short walk away from the sea.

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Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf

Bournemouth

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf will re-open on Friday 2 April in line with Government guidelines.
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Causing havoc across the town, a motley crew must be stopped but the King’s Men are too few…
Pavilion Dance South West

Bournemouth

Pavilion Dance South West offers a year-round programme of innovative and inspiring and fun dance performances, screenings, classes and community events in an intimate, state-of-the-art, 197-seat theatre.
Branksome Dene Chine Beach

Poole, Bournemouth

When visiting our beaches, try to avoid the crowds by viewing our Beach Check page which features a live map and a free application to download showcasing how busy the beach areas are and other useful information that will prepare you for your trip…
Splashdown Poole

Poole

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Splashdown Poole is the South’s favourite all-action waterpark! Whatever the weather, there is always fun to be had for all the family.
Upton Country Park

Poole

Whatever the season, there's something for everyone - enjoy the wildlife along the shoreline, try the Woodland Play Trail, visit an exhibition at The Gallery, try one of the many events – or simply find a quiet spot to admire the grounds and…

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