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Poole Museum

Situated in the Old Town, just off Poole Quay, the Museum tells the story of the historic maritime town. From a 295 BC log boat discovered in Poole Harbour to the recognition of the town’s importance in the 1248 Longspee Charter and the trading history of 17^th and 18^th Century merchants, exhibitions chart Poole’s development from pre history to the 21^st Century. For more in depth research Poole History Centre, based in a medieval wool warehouse at the back of the museum, is home to an extensive library of original, digital and micro film resources for anyone wishing to research local or family history.

The Museum is also home to over 150 pieces of world famous Poole Pottery and a potter’s wheel – a must for collectors and fans.

Discover more with a full programme of family friendly events and activities including trails, dressing up and the chance to learn about Roman armour, there’s plenty of hands on fun.

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Poole Museum hosts a varied programme of changing exhibitions on floors one and two ranging from local interest to world class exhibitions.

Scaplen’s Court

Dating back to the 1300s, this Grade I listed building features a working kitchen, school room and children’s toys through the ages, plus a beautiful courtyard garden. Available for wedding and event hire, the building runs unique hands-on school learning experiences. Open to the public daily in August, the venue hosts regular events, talks and tours or visit the Courtyard Garden, daily May to September.

The Lighthouse

Poole’s centre for the arts has a variety of unusual and eclectic space spaces for a changing programme of visual arts exhibitions.

The Gallery Upstairs

Based above the Tea Rooms in the beautiful surroundings of Upton Country Park, the gallery shows work by local professional and non-professional artists including art societies, local education classes and community groups.

Our neighbours in Bournemouth showcase a unique historical and cultural offering and at its heart is the inimitable Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum. Perched on the clifftop, this Italian style villa was the home of two Victorian collectors and travel enthusiasts, Sir Merton and Lady Annie Russell-Cotes. They filled the exotic seaside villa with beautiful objects from their travels across the world, and lined the walls with a remarkable collection of British art.

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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
Royal Signals Museum

Blandford Forum

Spies, codes, secret agents & electronic warfare, discover where heroes come to life!

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Beaulieu National Motor Museum

New Forest

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In the heart of the New Forest National Park, Beaulieu is a marvellous day out that can be enjoyed together.

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Salisbury Cathedral & Magna Carta

Salisbury

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See Britain’s tallest spire & best preserved original 1215 Magna Carta as well as the world’s oldest working clock, largest cloisters & close - all set within the historic city of Salisbury.

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Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

Bournemouth

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The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum houses important collections of paintings, sculpture, furniture, ceramics, world-wide collections and contemporary craft commissions.

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The Etches Collection - Museum of Jurassic Marine Life

Wareham

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- A brand new immersive museum housing the finest single collection of Kimmeridgian fossils all found by one man.

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202 reviews
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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The Tank Museum

Wareham

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The Tank Museum brings history to life, with the world’s best collection of tanks & explosive live displays.

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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…
Pavilion Dance South West

Bournemouth

Pavilion Dance South West presents a year-round programme of innovative and inspiring dance performances, live ballet screenings and arts exhibitions in an intimate, state-of-the-art, 200-seat theatre and gallery space.
Poole Museum & Scaplen's Court

Poole

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Discover the story of Poole - Harbour, Town & People from prehistory to the 21st century.

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The Regent Centre

Christchurch

The Regent Centre is situated in the middle of Christchurch High Street and is the cinema, theatre, concert hall, art gallery and entertainment centre serving Christchurch, East Dorset and the New Forest.
Lord Baden-Powell Sculpture

Poole

A life size bronze sculpture of Lord Baden-Powell takes pride of place on Poole Quay to celebrate Poole's scouting connections.
Sea Music Sculpture

Poole

Sea Music. located on Poole Quay is the only British public site specific sculpture made by Sir Anthony Caro.
Keyneston Mill

Blandford Forum

The creative and experimental home of Parterre Fragrances, Keyneston Mill is a private botanic garden dedicated solely to aromatic and scented plants and is open year-round.
The Blue Pool and Wareham Bears

Wareham

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Escape to a magical pool, set in 20 acres of heath & woodland in the midst of the Purbeck Hills.
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…
Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum

Dorchester

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- Executed for arson. Transported for asking for fair pay. Given six months hard labour for stealing clothes. 200 years of justice, injustice, crime and punishment are brought to life at…

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