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Poole is a vibrant resort with plenty to see and do whether you're visiting overnight or for the day, or longer! From international concert venues and theatres to live music nights and exhibitions, there are hundreds of places where you can be entertained, soak up some culture, see a film, enjoy a festival or take part in family fun activities.

Concert & Arts

Poole hosts a year round programme of national and international events including dance, music, drama, comedy, film, visual arts, workshops and family friendly theatre. Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts, the UK's largest regional Arts Centre, attracts visitors from across the UK.

As well as telling the story of Poole’s rich history, Poole Museum’s gallery space hosts a programme of changing exhibitions, shining the spotlight on Poole stories, renown artists and exciting new innovators.

Cinemas, Bowling & More

Tower Park is a large entertainment venue based three miles from Poole town centre. Regardless of the weather, this venue has something for all the family including a 16 screen cinema, bowling, bingo, indoor waterpark, soft play and a range of popular food outlets.

For independent cinema, Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts’s smaller and more intimate single screen hosts a varied line up of foreign, art house and popular films, perfect for the most dedicated cinephiles.

Comedy Nights

Whether looking for big name acts or rising stars, Poole is a regular on the circuit. From comedy nights, to Edinburgh Festival regulars check out the Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts, and local venues to catch top rated shows, new talent or old hands testing out new material.

Summertime in the South

For even more live music, arts and performance check out the full programme of events takes place in Poole throughout the year.

For full information on events and festivals, see What's On.

Make a night of it with somewhere to stay

Make the most of a great night out with a relaxing overnight stay. Choose from Poole’s hotels, B&B's, guest houses and self catering options. You’ll find luxury hotels, national chains, beautiful boutique hotels and friendly guest houses plus a huge range of self catering options plus camping, caravan and holiday parks.

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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
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!
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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Poole Harbour Festival

Poole

Since 2016 Poole Harbour Festival has grown into one of the biggest and best family friendly live music festivals in Poole & Bournemouth.
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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Sandpolo at Sandbanks

Poole

Sandpolo returns to Dorset on 17/18 September 2021. The polo at Sandbanks (the British Beach Polo Championships) is the largest beach polo event in the world.
Upton House Concerts

Poole

Three days of great music set in the beautiful grounds of Upton Country Park.
Branksome Dene Room

Poole

Nestled on Poole’s picturesque, gloriously photogenic coastline, sits one of the most unique function spaces in the United Kingdom.
Pavilion Theatre

Bournemouth

The Bournemouth Pavilion and Ballroom is Bournemouth’s stunning Art Deco theatre providing year-round entertainment. Built in the 1920s this vintage theatre retains its original and elegant styling.
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.
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…
Pier Amusements

Bournemouth

A wide range of entertainment machines and all of the most up-to-date videos and prizes.
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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PierView Room

Boscombe, Bournemouth

The PierView Room is a private venue hire located in a spectacular position, right on the beach front at Boscombe with stunning sea views. Perfect for parties, social gatherings, work away days or corporate networking events
Granny Cousins Ghost Walk

Poole

Local Victorian character Granny Cousins will take you on an entertaining and informative evening walk and tell you about some of the people that have lived, worked and haunted this ancient fishing port. Be prepared for anything!
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.
SandFest

Poole

SandFest is a destination festival like no other in the UK. We will be back in 2021 with the date of 19 September 2021.
Poole Stadium Greyhound Racing

Poole

Poole Announces Permanent Closure of Greyhound Racing

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