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Entertainment in Poole

Many of our favourite places and venues are now open for business again, with new social distancing and hygiene measures in place to make sure your visits are safe and welcoming.

Our websites will be updated as and when we receive news on what is open. For a regularly updated list of all our partners who are open head to our What's Open Page.

As there are likely to be changes along the way, you should always check with the individual businesses to see how they are operating and to see how their new processes may affect your visit. It’s best to Know Before You Go.

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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Branksome Dene Room

Poole

Nestled on Poole’s picturesque, gloriously photogenic coastline, sits one of the most unique function spaces in the United Kingdom.
Poole Harbour Festival *POSTPONED UNTIL 2021*

Poole

Since 2016 Poole Harbour Festival has grown into the biggest and best family friendly live music festival in Poole & Bournemouth.
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
Pier Amusements

Bournemouth

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

Hurn, Christchurch

A dry ski slope with fully licensed bar and restaurant and Alpine adventure playpark. Fully equipped ski and snowboard shop with hire facilities.

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Upton House Concerts *POSTPONED UNTIL 2021*

Poole

- POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 -
Three days of great music set in the beautiful grounds of Upton Country Park.
Beer and Bluegrass Festival **CANCELLED**

Poole

World class music and beer festival featuring bands from the USA plus the chance to sample real ales, ciders and home-cooked food.
Tower Park Leisure Complex

Poole

At Tower Park, Poole, a galaxy of entertainment unfolds. With the Splashdown water park and Empire 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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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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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
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

**Event Postponed until 2021** Sandpolo at Sandbanks - New dates for 2021 announced
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.
Bournemouth International Centre

Bournemouth

COVID-19 VISITENGLAND WE’RE GOOD TO GO ACCREDITED BUSINESS
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…
The Regent Centre

Christchurch

A well established Art Deco arts centre, dating back to 1931.
Dorset Adventure Park

Corfe Castle

Dorset Waterpark is a wet and wild Woodland Waterpark set in the stunning surrounding of the Purbeck countryside.
SandFest

Poole

**Please note ** We have been forced to postpone the event until 2021 due to Covid-19. We will be back in 2021 with the date of 11 July 2021. SandFest at Sandbanks.
Granny Cousins Ghost Walk

Poole

*NO GHOST WALKS THIS SUMMER*
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…

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