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With golden sands, a glorious coastline, magical island hideaways and award winning parks and gardens, create your own unique adventure in Poole, the jewel of the South.

Adventurers of all ages can explore Poole’s stunning natural harbour, the largest in Europe, all year round. With its eight unique islands and striking peninsula, the harbour is a haven for sailors, wildlife and water sports and is gateway to the world heritage Jurassic Coast.

Poole’s three miles of Blue Flag beaches offer the perfect place for seashore detectives to play, explore and sharpen their sandcastle skills whilst for the more adventurous, Poole Harbour’s safe, shallow waters are ideal for trying one of over 25 water based activities.

Just a short walk from the centre is Poole Park with a host of activities available around the stunning lake. Poole is also home to the famous Compton Acres, reputed to be the finest gardens in Europe and Upton Country Park an early 19th Century residence built for a wealthy merchant, the formal garden, woodland and parkland offer a haven for visitors to explore.

The Quay to a great day out

Poole’s vibrant Quayside is the gateway to its stunning harbour and islands. Enjoy a harbour cruise or a trip to National Trust Brownsea Island, get hands on with a crab line and bucket, or just simply sit back and relax in one of the many waterfront café bars and restaurants. Here you can enjoy viewing the impressive selection of tall ships, fishing vessels and luxury yachts as they enter and leave the busy harbour.

Take in the sights of Poole’s beautiful old town, just a couple of minutes walk from the quay, it was part of the medieval town and some building still survive. The free entry Poole Museum, along with a host of guided walks and trails, bring the town’s rich pirate and merchant history to life.

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A view of the Bournemouth & Poole coastline from Hengistbury Head to Sandbanks

Discover, explore and be inspired by our 10 miles of beautiful coastline! Beneath the magnificent cliffs, you'll find Bournemouth and Poole's 10 miles of award-winning beaches, from Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve in the East all the way across to Sandbanks in the West. Please note: This version should work with Google Chrome.

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Lemur Landings

Poole

Multi award-winning children’s entertainment centre, Lemur Landings is one of the biggest and best play centres in Dorset

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Sea Fishing Poole

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Sea Fishing Poole, book a fishing trip, buy your equipment or charter a boat - have a day's adventure.

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Greenslade Pleasure Boats

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Board a Greenslade boat & see the wonderful Poole Harbour or take a trip up the Wareham river.

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Splashdown Poole

Poole

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Roaringly good welcome awaits those who dare to enter the lair of the resident Dragon; or plunge into the Mississippi Drifter for a fantastic river tyre ride; get into a spin on Infinity…

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Tower Park

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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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Upton Country Park

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Whatever the season, there's something for everyone - enjoy the wildlife along the shoreline, try the Woodland Play Trail, visit an exhibition at The Gallery, try one of the many events – or simply find a quiet spot to admire the grounds and…

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Brownsea Island Ferries

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Poole's oldest boat company leaving from the Yellow Kiosks on Poole Quay, harbour cruises, Jurassic cruises, bird boats and trips to Brownsea Island.

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Superhawk Marine

Poole

Experience the unique combination of exhilaration and fun in luxurious comfort, or relax aboard our spacious Sunseeker Performance Motor Cruiser. Based on the beautiful Poole Harbour on the South Coast of England.

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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.

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Lighthouse, Poole’s Centre for the Arts

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Experience, explore, discover and join in with the arts at Lighthouse, Poole, the largest regional arts centre in the UK.

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City Cruises Poole

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A wide range of cruises departing from Poole Quay and Swanage Pier.

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Compton Acres

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Enjoy over 10 acres of horticultural heaven with spectacular themed gardens, relax in the charming Café, browse creative gifts or delve into the exciting world of plants within the Plant Centre, there's a surprise at every turn.

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Castaway Luxury Boat Charters

Poole

Luxury Cruises along the Jurassic Coastline, Isle of Wight, or Lulworth Cove.

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Price £30.00 Per Ticket

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Upton House Concerts *POSTPONED UNTIL 2021*

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

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Poole Museum & Scaplen's Court

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Discover the story of Poole - Harbour, Town & People from prehistory to the 21st century.

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