Compton Acres

Wide shot of the beautiful bloom and lake at Compton Acres Japanese Garden

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
4 and UnderFree
Adult£9.95 per ticket
Annual Pass Family£95.00 per ticket
Annual Pass Family Single Adult£70.00 per ticket
Annual Pass Single£39.00 per ticket
Carer£3.75 per ticket
Children£4.95 per ticket
Concession£8.95 per ticket
Family Ticket (2 Adults and up to 3 Children)£19.95 per ticket

*Occasionally special offers available - see website.

Opening Times

* Opening times are subject to change, please see website for more details.
Details subject to variation without prior notice.

Canford Cliffs Road
Poole
Dorset
BH13 7ES
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Tel01202 700778

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4.4 of 5 stars
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      668
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      326
    • Average
      75
    • Poor
      33
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    Recent Reviews:

    • RobLiscoe
      Eastleigh, United Kingdom
      We went for the Japanese Garden, but there's so much more...
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 4th May 2025
      Absolutely gorgeous gardens. We went specifically to see the Japanese Garden and new little about whatever else there may have been here, so discovering the Italian Garden, the Wooded Valley, and the... Read full review
    • Maxine V
      Best day out ever!
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 14th May 2025
      Lived here all my life and been to the gardens many times and they always exceed my expectations. Such great value for money, just enough to do, a little shopping, a memorable and stunning walk and... Read full review
    • AlicePower43
      So pleased I found Compton Gardens . I will return time and time again.
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 18th May 2025
      Had a wonderful day at Compton Gardens. I have to say, the garden centre where you can purchase plants is outstanding. The staff are so helpful and the plants kept so fresh… I purchased the most... Read full review

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