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Things to Do

Poole's Annual Charity Bath Tub Race

1st January

See crazy crews take to the water in their home made crafts and race in the Bath Tub Races...

Attractions

The Stonehenge Tours
Discover the legends of the stones. Catch the X3 from Bournemouth to pick up the Stonehenge Tour in Salisbury.
Bournemouth Pier and Beach
Set in the middle of ten miles of golden sand, Bournemouth Pier is the destination of choice.
Bournemouth Lower Gardens
Bournemouth's Lower Gardens are a beautiful setting to just sit and watch the world go by with friends and family.
AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium
Come and support The Cherries at Vitality Stadium...
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
Discover Bournemouth’s past as you smuggle your ball around 18 holes of pure adventure mini golf.
Mr Mulligan's
A unique and exciting adventure golf venue, with a large restaurant and late night bars.
Mini Golf in the Gardens
Play the classic way! Join in at Bournemouth's Lower Gardens - fun for all!
Pier Amusements
The Family Entertainment Centre is located at the entrance of Bournemouth Pier. Here you will find a wide range of amusements.
PierZip at RockReef
The PierZip is the world’s first pier to shore zip wire, boasting a 250 metre dual zip wire.
Oceanarium Bournemouth
Immerse yourself in the enchanting aquatic world of Bournemouth Oceanarium, situated right next to Bournemouth Pier.
Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre and Ballroom is Bournemouth’s stunning theatre that provides year-round entertainment.
Lighthouse Theatre
Lighthouse plays a vital role in Poole as an important cultural building where creative work is made, rehearsed, discussed, and presented.
FTY Lab
The future is here, with the world's first hi-tech football inspired gym.
Centre VR
Centre VR brings the wonder of virtual reality to life, with some of the most amazing and fun immersive experiences around!
Laser Quest
The experience is exhilarating and immersive… with fun lurking around every corner. This is the ultimate in interactive entertainment!
The Project Climbing Centre
The Project is a climbing centre based in the centre of Poole, providing climbing for the whole family.
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
In 1901 Merton Russell-Cotes gave his wife Annie a dream house on a cliff-top, overlooking the sea. Today stands an art gallery and museum.
Castlepoint Shopping Park
Castlepoint caters to the hearts and minds of the shoppers by providing an outdoor mall experience to suit every lifestyle.
Tower Park
At Tower Park, Poole, a galaxy of entertainment unfolds. With Splashdown water park, Cineworld cinema, Hollywood Bowl and more...
The Dolphin Centre
The Dolphin Centre is home to a fantastic selection of leading high-street brands and independent, specialist retailers.
O2 Academy Bournemouth
O2 Academy Bournemouth provides a beautiful backdrop for any live performance...
Poole Park
Poole Park has an abundance of beauty that has something for everyone.
Poole Quay
Explore the treasures of Poole's historic quayside, delve deep into the heart of the Old Town and immerse yourself in Poole's history.
City Cruises Poole
Not much time to spare? No problem you can enjoy a cruise around Europe's largest natural Harbour in just 70 minutes!
Sandbanks Beach
With its soft, golden sands and breathtaking views, it is no wonder that Sandbanks is considered one of the best beaches in Britain.
Alum Chine
Alum Chine Beach is one of Bournemouth's favourite Blue Flag award winning beaches.
Compton Acres
Enjoy over 10 acres of horticultural heaven, relax in the charming Café & Tea Rooms and browse the treasures in the Gifted Moment store.
Upton Country Park
Upton Country Park is the home of Upton House, a Grade II* Georgian Mansion House, and 140 acres of parkland, shoreline and estate gardens.
Poole Museum
The most visited free attraction in Dorset, Poole Museum offers a great time for all in historic quayside buildings in Poole’s Old Town.
Rockley Watersports
Training, learning or simply want to spend time on the water? Check out what Rockley has to offer at Rockley Point.
Christchurch Monday Market
Choc-a-bloc with very loyal local traders, the market boasts a wide range of stalls from fast food to fashion and fresh fish.
Corfe Castle and Village
The dramatic ruins of Corfe Castle stand on a natural hill guarding the principal route through the Purbeck Hills.
Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove
Explore the beauty of the Jurassic Coast, just a stone throw away from your local area.
Durlston Country Park
An expansive, clifftop nature reserve within Swanage.
Farmer Palmer's Farm Park
The secret’s out and children are shouting about their new favourite place to go - Farmer Palmer's Farm Park.
Monkey World
Set amongst the woodland of Dorset lays 65 acres of sanctuary for over 250 primates.
Swanage Railway
The Swanage Railway offers a more intensive heritage steam and diesel timetable train service than virtually any other preserved railway.
The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life, with the world’s best collection of tanks in awe-inspiring exhibitions.
Lymington
Lymington is a pretty Georgian market town in the south of the New Forest.
Swanage
Situated on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, and a gateway town for exploring the Jurassic Coast is the fun family resort of Swanage.
Weymouth
A seaside town in Dorset, packed with attractions fit for the summer holiday.
Wimborne Minster
Welcome to the pretty historic town of Wimborne Minster with its wonderful variety of shops, eateries and places of interest.