Guidebook for Poole
Food Scene
Beautiful position right on the water in a Marina and the food is generally good with lots to choose from.
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Lake Yard
Beautiful position right on the water in a Marina and the food is generally good with lots to choose from.
Not just cod and chips but a whole lot more. Varied fish menu, good value for money .
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Lakeside Fish & Chips
Lifeboat QuayNot just cod and chips but a whole lot more. Varied fish menu, good value for money .
Good restaurant in old Poole Town. Good chef with varied and imaginitive menu.
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Guildhall Tavern
15 Market StGood restaurant in old Poole Town. Good chef with varied and imaginitive menu.
Cobbs Yacht Club Bar & Restaurant
Local and great food by the water. Dogs are allowed.
If you love fish and seafood this is another great place to go. Part of a chain but consistent quality on Poole Quay.
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Rockfish Seafood Restaurant
9 The QuayIf you love fish and seafood this is another great place to go. Part of a chain but consistent quality on Poole Quay.
Drinks & Nightlife
Local pub with good atmosphere and serves pub food.
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The Yachtsman, Hamworthy
Lake DriveLocal pub with good atmosphere and serves pub food.
Haven Rockley Park Holiday Park
Napier RoadTry the LiveLounge. Lively evening entertainment.
The Pirates bring world class entertainment to the town on Wednesday nights throughout the summer, with some of the top speedway stars on the planet heading to Poole Stadium.
On Tuesday and Saturday nights experience Greyhound racing at the same venue.
Poole Speedway
Stadium WayThe Pirates bring world class entertainment to the town on Wednesday nights throughout the summer, with some of the top speedway stars on the planet heading to Poole Stadium.
On Tuesday and Saturday nights experience Greyhound racing at the same venue.
A busy place with lovely views over the marina. Lots of pubs along the quayside such as the Jolly Sailor and Nelson. Good for a night out.
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Poole Quay
The QuayA busy place with lovely views over the marina. Lots of pubs along the quayside such as the Jolly Sailor and Nelson. Good for a night out.
Sightseeing
Poole Quay Boat Haven
The QuayLovely views and stunning boats.
Sandbanks Beach
Banks RoadAbsolutely beautiful beach. Well worth a visit.
Corfe Castle
Historic ancient ruins.
Compton Acres
164 Canford Cliffs RdBeautiful gardens to wander through.
Entertainment & Activities
Good entertainment for all the family
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Monkey World - Apa Räddningscenter
LongthornsGood entertainment for all the family
Splashdown
Tower ParkWaterpark with flumes, slides and rides
Loads to do for all the family - especially the younger members. Home of Peppa Pig world.
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Paultons Park Hem för Peppa Pig World
Loads to do for all the family - especially the younger members. Home of Peppa Pig world.
A day you won't forget in Ringwood Forest climbing amongst the treetops
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Go Ape Moors Valley
Horton RoadA day you won't forget in Ringwood Forest climbing amongst the treetops
Parks & Nature
Largest island in Poole Harbour, accessible by boat trip from Poole Quay. Wonderful views, wildlife and history including rare red squirrels, birds and the birthplace of Scouting and Guiding.
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Brownsea Island
Largest island in Poole Harbour, accessible by boat trip from Poole Quay. Wonderful views, wildlife and history including rare red squirrels, birds and the birthplace of Scouting and Guiding.
The New Forest. Its simply beautiful! Apart from the stunning scenery, there are ponies, cattle and donkeys roaming free. At certain times of the year, pigs are too.
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The New Forest. Its simply beautiful! Apart from the stunning scenery, there are ponies, cattle and donkeys roaming free. At certain times of the year, pigs are too.
Upton Country Park
Poole RoadGreat for exploring and dog walking
Arts & Culture
Poole’s rich history is revealed in four floors of galleries. The 18th Century harbour warehouse has been carefully revealed to provide the perfect setting for the story of Poole to be told. Entry to the museum is free and fully accessible to visitors with a disability.
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Poole Museum
4 High StPoole’s rich history is revealed in four floors of galleries. The 18th Century harbour warehouse has been carefully revealed to provide the perfect setting for the story of Poole to be told. Entry to the museum is free and fully accessible to visitors with a disability.
This medieval town house is open and free to the public during August and used by local children in term time as a learning centre. The Tudor Herb and Physic Garden is open to the public from May to September
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Scaplen's Court
Sarum StreetThis medieval town house is open and free to the public during August and used by local children in term time as a learning centre. The Tudor Herb and Physic Garden is open to the public from May to September
Poole's centre for the Arts is the largest regional arts centre outside London. Offers a diverse programme. Check out their programme, there's sure to be something that you want to explore.
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Fyren, Poole's Centre For The Arts
21 Kingland RdPoole's centre for the Arts is the largest regional arts centre outside London. Offers a diverse programme. Check out their programme, there's sure to be something that you want to explore.
Experience the excitement of the world's greatest discovery of ancient treasure. See Tutankhamun's tomb and treasures spectacularly recreated through sight, sound and smell.
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Tutankhamun Exhibition
25 High W StExperience the excitement of the world's greatest discovery of ancient treasure. See Tutankhamun's tomb and treasures spectacularly recreated through sight, sound and smell.
Shopping
Quirky shopping experience including witchcraft shops with ponies and donkeys in the village.
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Byn Burley New Forest
Ringwood RoadQuirky shopping experience including witchcraft shops with ponies and donkeys in the village.
Dolphin Shopping Centre
110 Dolphin CentreLoads of shops all under one roof.
Loads of High Street brands such as Fat Face, Crew, Phase 8 Hobbs, etc and plenty of locally-owned shops in the Market Place and High Street. Local Market on Wednesday mornings. Park in the Waitrose car park which is free for two hours.
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The Furlong Shopping Centre
The FurlongLoads of High Street brands such as Fat Face, Crew, Phase 8 Hobbs, etc and plenty of locally-owned shops in the Market Place and High Street. Local Market on Wednesday mornings. Park in the Waitrose car park which is free for two hours.