Things to do in Bournemouth and Poole

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!

COVID-19: Please be aware that due to the current ever changing guidelines it is strongly advised that you check with each venue beforehand to see if they are open and how your visit may be affected.

Splashdown

Poole

Splashdown in Poole has water slides, flumes and rides that everyone can enjoy. With every twist and turn comes more Read more...

Coastal Comedy

Bournemouth

Coastal Comedy is a monthly stand-up comedy show of live entertainment in Bournemouth and Poole in Dorset for over 18’s. Offering a unique Read more...

Shore Road Beach

Poole

One of Poole’s most popular beaches, Shore Road beach is a beautiful golden sandy beach on the opposite side of Read more...

Max Gate National Trust

Dorchester

Max Gate is the former home of Thomas Hardy, the English novelist and poet. Many of his novels featured the Read more...

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...

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...

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Skirmish Dorset

Bere Regis

Skirmish Dorset is Bournemouth’s premier paintball day out. Based in 800 acres of prime Dorset woodland, Skirmish Dorset is just Read more...

Hamworthy Park Beach

Poole

Hamworthy Park beach is a traditional seaside park set in 26 acres on the Northern shore of Poole Harbour. This Read more...

Durley Chine Beach

Bournemouth

A gorgeous wide sandy beach with a gradual slope into the sea. Durley Chine beach is located on the west Read more...

Rockley Watersports

Poole

Rockley Watersports, established since 1976 are Dorset’s leading provider of sailing, windsurfing and powerboat training. Whether it’s a week long 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...

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Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre

Wareham

To ensure social distancing, all visits must be booked. Booking is now open at www.monkeyworld.org/book-tickets/ Please read the opening information Read more...

Mighty Adventures Crazy Golf

Bournemouth

A fiercely entertaining day out awaits everyone from little raptors to ancient fossils at Bournemouth’s terrifyingly roarsome, dinosaur-themed adventure golf Read more...

Pavilion Dance South West

Bournemouth

Pavilion Dance South West is Bournemouth’s national dance centre, presenting a year-round programme of innovative and inspiring dance performances, live Read more...

Sandbanks Chain Ferry

Poole

COVID-19: Cyclists and foot passengers will be required to provide and wear face coverings while queueing and travelling, and motorcyclists Read more...