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With AFC Bournemouth in the premiership, the resort is already full of sporting heroes and our beautiful surroundings make it the ideal place to take a sporting holiday or to try something new. Whatever level you’re at – from beginner to pro – there are schools, parks and centres around the resort where you can hone your skills or compete against others.

Leisure Centres

Bournemouth prides itself on an active population and visitors often head here in search of adventure so we’ve got a selection of leisure centres and gyms servicing the resort. Close to the centre of the town, you’ll even find water slides and high wire experiences that are aimed at holidaymakers.

Golf

We’ve got acres of golf courses set in lush, green parkland including pay & play options. If you prefer your putting on a smaller scale, there’s mini golf in the Lower Gardens.

Bowls

Bournemouth has 12 bowling greens available for public play, so you can enjoy another traditional British pastime with spectacular sea views.

Swimming

With our sandy beaches and calm blue seas, Bournemouth is the perfect place for open water swimming and boasts some of the cleanest bathing waters in the country. But if you find it a bit chilly, there are swimming pools with water slides in the surrounding areas. There’s even one that caters specially for visitors.

Football

With 2000 acres of parks and gardens, there’s plenty of green space for a kick about with your mates or, for a seaside twist on the beautiful game, you can even play on the beach!

There are always matches taking place around the resort and if you’re lucky, you can catch a premiership game at the Cherries’ (AFC Bournemouth) home ground, the Vitality Stadium.

Rugby

There are several rugby clubs in Bournemouth so you can relax on holiday as a spectator or enjoy a fun game with friends in one of our many parks. Bournemouth also hosts events throughout the year, including a 7s festival at the start of the summer which brings hundreds of teams from around the UK to the resort.

Tennis

There are tennis courts in parks and gardens around the resort and floodlit outdoor courts in the Central Gardens – perfect for a summer knock-up at the seaside.

Beach Sports

Beach sports are becoming increasingly popular in the UK and, with so much sand in Bournemouth, we’re leading the charge. We’ve got courts for volleyball and football, as well as bouldering and slacklining next to Boscombe Pier. We’ve also got a 16-station gym trail so you can sweat it out while soaking up the sea views.

Dog Racing

The nearby coastal town of Poole is home to a greyhound racing track. In the centre of town and with a bus and rail station close by, as well as ample parking, it’s easy to get to and makes for a great night out.

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Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf

Bournemouth

Prepare to be transported to Bournemouth town as it lay in the 1700’s with its sights, smells and smugglers…
Poole Stadium Greyhound Racing

Poole

Let's Go Racing... A great night out for all the family, enjoy your evening & cheer your winners past the post.

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Brownsea Island Ferries

Poole

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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636 reviews
Beryl

Bournemouth and Poole

Beryl Bike Share will be available in Bournemouth and Poole from 17th June, you will be able to hire the bikes and get riding instantly by using the Beryl App available on the Google and iOS app stores.
Pavilion Dance South West

Bournemouth

Pavilion Dance South West presents a year-round programme of innovative and inspiring dance performances, live ballet screenings and arts exhibitions in an intimate, state-of-the-art, 200-seat theatre and gallery space.
Pier Fishing

Bournemouth

Fish off the end of both Bournemouth and Boscombe pier. Buy your permit, get some bait and get out for a days adventure.
Dorset Pass

Poole Quay, Poole

Dorset Pass is a sightseeing pass covering Poole, Bournemouth, Dorchester, Weymouth, Wareham & Swanage .
Bournemouth Lower Gardens Mini Golf

Bournemouth

Lower Gardens Mini Golf is located in the centre of town in the award winning Gardens between the Town Centre and Bournemouth Pier.
RockReef Activity Centre & Pier Zip

Bournemouth

RockReef is an all year, all weather fun activity attraction located on the iconic Bournemouth Pier.

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Swingball at Boscombe Beach

Bournemouth

Boscombe Beach is proud to offer Swingball to all visitors and their families. Set just above the sands with a wonderful view of Boscombe beach below, play and have fun in this wonderful location.
Open all year round. Free to use but a deposit is…
British Beach Polo Championship Sandbanks

Poole

The British Beach Polo Championships returns to Dorset on 12-13 July 2019. With up to 10,000 people in attendance, it is the biggest beach polo event in the world
Dorset Adventure Park

Corfe Castle

Dorset Waterpark is a wet and wild Woodland Waterpark set in the stunning surrounding of the Purbeck countryside.

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Mini Golf at Boscombe Pier

Boscombe

Eco-friendly mini golf at the end of Boscombe Pier, with golf balls that feed the fish!
Volleyball at Boscombe Beach

Boscombe

Enjoy a game of Volleyball on the award winning Boscombe Beach and enjoy one of the best views in the South Coast. A unique setting for a fun, sporting activity. Whether a family game or something more serious, the courts are available to hire. No…
South Coast Karting

Christchurch

The SCK Circuit in Bournemouth has been designed by racers for racers.
The fast and flowing layout makes for an exhilarating experience which will enable you to squeeze all of the performance out of our 200cc Honda Powered Biz Karts.

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Bournemouth Guided Walking Tours

Bournemouth

Let our knowledgeable Guide take you on a memorable walk with stunning views of Bournemouth Bay, a walk through our Award winning gardens on to our dynamic Town Centre with information on Restaurants, Hotels, Theatres, Bars, Casinos, Shops, …
Castaway Luxury Boat Charters

Poole

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

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Jetski Safaris

Lilliput, Poole

A guided Safari to explore Poole Harbour, the second largest natural harbour in the world as well as parts of the spectacular Jurassic coastline from Bournemouth to Swanage!

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