Things To Do

Whatever the weather Bournemouth and Poole has plenty to keep the whole family entertained. With plenty of indoor and outdoor attractions, miles of golden beaches, a huge harbour for watersports fans and pretty parks and gardens to enjoy, you won't get bored here!

Please be aware that many venues still require you to book in advance so get in there early to avoid disappointment!

Alum Chine

Bournemouth

Alum Chine is one of Bournemouth’s famous chines that cuts into the cliff face. It’s name came from an unsuccessful Read more...

Alum Chine Beach

Bournemouth

The beach at Alum Chine is sometimes quieter than the beaches closer to Bournemouth town centre but is equally as Read more...

Boscombe Beach

Bournemouth

Boscombe Beach was once a quiet Victorian seaside resort, but now it is a popular destination for both families and Read more...

Boscombe Chine Gardens

Bournemouth

Located opposite Boscombe Pier in the chine, Boscombe Chine Gardens are beautiful gardens dating back to the 1880’s. The colourful Read more...

Bournemouth Aviation Museum

Christchurch

Bournemouth Aviation Museum sets out to provide an enjoyable, educational and informative experience to all visitors, especially young people who Read more...

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Bournemouth Beach

Bournemouth

Bournemouth beach is one of the top attractions in Bournemouth and it’s easy to see why! With glorious, pure golden Read more...

Bournemouth Big Wheel

Bournemouth

Take in the spectacular views of Bournemouth with a trip on the Bournemouth Big Wheel. Standing at more than 100 Read more...

Bournemouth Gardens

Bournemouth

The award winning Bournemouth gardens are split into 3 main areas – the lower gardens, the central gardens and the Read more...

Bournemouth International Centre (BIC)

Bournemouth

The BIC (Bournemouth International Centre) is an award-winning premier conference, events and entertainment venue located in the heart of Bournemouth Read more...

Bournemouth Land Train

Bournemouth

One of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of Bournemouth’s stunning beaches is to sit back and relax on Read more...

Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

Bournemouth

The Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre is a sister venue to the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) and hosts a variety of acts Read more...

Bournemouth Pier

Bournemouth

Bournemouth Pier is a traditional pier with beautiful views over the bay with the Isle of Wight on one side Read more...

Branksome Chine Beach

Poole

Branksome Chine Beach is a popular wide sandy beach and another of Poole’s Blue Flag beaches. The beach is patrolled Read more...

Branksome Dene Chine Beach

Poole

Branksome Dene Chine Beach, a small yet stunning bit of beach popular with photographers. What makes Branksome Dene Chine beach Read more...

Brownsea Island National Trust

Poole

An island located in the heart of Poole Harbour, take an exciting boat trip and explore an island rich in Read more...

Brownsea Island Nature Reserve

Poole

Brownsea Island is the largest island in Poole harbour with an area covering approximately 500 acres and measuring 1.5 miles Read more...

Canford Cliffs Chine Beach

Poole

Situated between Branksome Chine and Flaghead Chine, Canford Cliffs Chine is a Blue Flag holder with pure golden sand. A Read more...

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Careys Secret Garden

Wareham

Hidden among the rolling hills of a nature reserve in Dorset’s Isle of Purbeck is Careys Secret Garden. Left wild Read more...

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Castlepoint Shopping Park

Bournemouth

Castlepoint is the UK’s largest shopping park featuring over 30 retailers including well-known names such as M&S, Next, H&M, TKMaxx, Read more...

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City Cruises Poole

Poole

City Cruises Poole operate daytime and evening cruises daily from Poole Quay on Dorset’s premier vessel’s the Solent Scene, Island Read more...

Clouds Hill National Trust

Wareham

Clouds Hill is a cottage near Wareham which was the rural retreat of T.E Lawrence, known more commonly as Lawrence Read more...

- Upcoming Events -

Air Festival Hospitality

1 September 2022

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4 September 2022

Bournemouth

Front row VIP hospitality, evening parties and pre-booked dedicated seating with bar and facilities included, all right on the beach Read more...

The Coastal Comedy Show with TV Headliner Paul Thorne

SPECIAL OFFER!

12 November 2022, 8:00 pm

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10:00 pm

Poole

Presenting the incredible Paul Thorne as seen on: The Stand Up Show (BBC1)  The Comedy Store (Comedy Central) and many more! Read more...

Bournemouth Air Show Cruise with City Cruises Poole

1 September 2022

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4 September 2022

Poole

Join us for a day on the water as we travel over to Bournemouth bay for the day to enjoy Read more...

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