Things To Do in 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!

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

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Farmer Palmers Farm Park

Poole

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Ideal for children under 8 years old, Farmer Palmer’s provides a farm-tastic mixture of fresh air, play, adventure, and education, Read more...

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Sandbanks Beach

Poole

Sandbanks Beach is a small, sandy peninsula which has been awarded the Blue Flag for over 30 years. It is 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...

Condor Ferries Day Trips to Guernsey

Poole

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Day trips are currently suspended for the foreseeable future with Condor Ferries stating ‘We will no longer be running day Read more...

Ham Common Nature Reserve

Poole

Located approximately 2 miles from Poole centre, Ham Common in Hamworthy is an area of outstanding natural beauty and is Read more...

Sandbanks Chain Ferry

Poole

A popular and useful attraction is the Sandbanks Chain Ferry which crosses the entrance to Poole Harbour, between Sandbanks and Read more...

Greenslade Pleasure Boats

Poole

Greenslade Pleasure Boats offer boat trips from Poole Quay to Brownsea Island, Wareham and around the harbour and along the Read more...

The Ark

Poole

The Ark is an all weather family attraction featuring a soft play area, ice cream parlour and cafe. Situated in Read more...

Splashdown

Poole

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

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...

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...

Flaghead Chine Beach

Poole

A quieter beach than the neighbouring Shore Road and Sandbanks but just as beautiful. A wide sandy beach leads into 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...

Rockley Point Beach

Poole

Rockley Point Beach is a small and sandy little bit of beach near Hamworthy, having just 150 metres of beachfront, 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...

Lake Drive Beach

Poole

An idyllic stretch of beach located in Hamworthy on the upper shores of Poole Harbour. The beach is a mixture 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...

- Upcoming Events -

Quay for my Car – Best of British (pre 1983) Night

24 June 2022, 6:00 pm

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9:00 pm

Poole

Quay for my Car is an annual event which takes place throughout the summer on Poole Quay. Each week there Read more...

Quay for my Car – Italian Stallions Night

5 August 2022, 6:00 pm

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9:00 pm

Poole

Quay for my Car is an annual event which takes place throughout the summer on Poole Quay. Each week there Read more...

Wareham River Evening Cruise with City Cruises Poole

OTHER DATES AVAILABLE!

29 May 2022, 7:00 pm

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10:30 pm

Poole

Enjoy a relaxing and tranquil cruise up the River Frome from Poole Quay. With open deck seating to enjoy the Read more...

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