Amy’s guidebook to sightseeing and places to eat
Sightseeing
It's great for cycling, walking, running, having a picnic, play area for the kids. Stunning views over Poole Harbour.
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Parque Rural de Upton
Poole RoadIt's great for cycling, walking, running, having a picnic, play area for the kids. Stunning views over Poole Harbour.
Just a 15 minute walk from the Purbeck. It has a small beach that dogs can go on all year round, cafe, outdoor paddling pool (when Covid relaxes), football posts, a free tennis court, parking.
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Hamworthy Park
Just a 15 minute walk from the Purbeck. It has a small beach that dogs can go on all year round, cafe, outdoor paddling pool (when Covid relaxes), football posts, a free tennis court, parking.
Cobbs Quay
Another short walk from the Purbeck.
Lulworth Cove
A must see!!
I love this place. Steeped in history and part of the South West Coastal Path.
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Pueblo de Tyneham
I love this place. Steeped in history and part of the South West Coastal Path.
Another must see for walkers. Beautiful views.
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Dancing Ledge
South West Coast PathAnother must see for walkers. Beautiful views.
A National Trust property steeped in history!
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Corfe Castle
A National Trust property steeped in history!
Playa de Sandbanks
Banks RoadNeed I say more.....
Studland Bay
Fantastic walks, lots of scenery.
A great day out for the whole family.
117 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque de la Granja de Farmer Palmer
Wareham RoadA great day out for the whole family.
Monkey World - Centro de Rescate de Simios
LongthornsParque de Poole
Poole ParkBeautiful beaches (all encompass Sandbanks - Bournemouth)
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Alum Chine Beach
West Undercliff PromenadeBeautiful beaches (all encompass Sandbanks - Bournemouth)
You walk along this from Sandbanks - Bournemouth
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Durley Chine Beach
You walk along this from Sandbanks - Bournemouth
Wow is all I can say - this is a National Trust must see. You can only access this via a boat from Poole Quay. You can spend the whole day there so pack a picnic. They hold shows here over the summer months.
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Brownsea Island
Wow is all I can say - this is a National Trust must see. You can only access this via a boat from Poole Quay. You can spend the whole day there so pack a picnic. They hold shows here over the summer months.
Splashdown
Tower ParkGreat fun for the kids!
The Blue Pool
Furzebrook RoadPart of the Jurassic Coast - lovely seaside town with a funfair on the promenade.
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Swanage Beachfront
Shore RoadPart of the Jurassic Coast - lovely seaside town with a funfair on the promenade.
Castillo de Lulworth Wareham
Arne
RSPB Nature Reserve - beautiful walks
Such a beautiful walk along the coastal path.
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Old Harry Rocks
Such a beautiful walk along the coastal path.
Lots of historic monuments and another favourite walk.
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Kimmeridge Bay
Lots of historic monuments and another favourite walk.
Food scene
Cobb's Quay Marina
Woodlands AvenueA lovely bar and restaurant, 20 minute walk from the Purbeck.
Stunning seafood dishes with a view over Poole Harbour. A 20 minute walk from the Purbeck.
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Lake Yard
Stunning seafood dishes with a view over Poole Harbour. A 20 minute walk from the Purbeck.
Red Lion
294 Blandford RoadA Hungry Horse eatery, reasonably priced food and drink. You get what you pay for!
A large beer garden and good food.
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The Yachtsman, Hamworthy
Lake DriveA large beer garden and good food.
Da Vinci
7 The QuayFantastic service, great food and cocktails!
The Salt Pig in Wareham was established in 2010 by James Warren and we opened our second premises, The Salt Pig Too, in Swanage in 2018. Both premises comprise of an urban farm shop, butchery, and a café. We also provide outside catering for events and weddings.
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The Salt Pig
6 North StThe Salt Pig in Wareham was established in 2010 by James Warren and we opened our second premises, The Salt Pig Too, in Swanage in 2018. Both premises comprise of an urban farm shop, butchery, and a café. We also provide outside catering for events and weddings.
The Barn Cafe
Wareham RoadGreat homemade food.
Gorgeous views over the Harbour, The seafood is amazing!
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Rick Stein, Sandbanks
10-14 Banks RdGorgeous views over the Harbour, The seafood is amazing!
Anemos Restaurant
15 The QuayThis is a new Greek Restaurant - we haven't tried it yet!
Fantastic reviews - booking essential!
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The Pig on the Beach
Manor RoadFantastic reviews - booking essential!
Reasonably priced food near Sandbanks!
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Loch Fyne Restaurant & Bar
47 Haven RdReasonably priced food near Sandbanks!
The Scott Arms
West StreetA great steak and fab service! Overlooking Poole Quay.
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Rancho Steak House
Dolphin QuaysA great steak and fab service! Overlooking Poole Quay.
Koh is the place where the irresistible flavours and aromatic ingredients of Thai cuisine are perfectly partnered with fiery cocktails, far-flung beers and friendly service.
It's the place where you can come for a romantic meal or a work's night out and still feel equally welcome. It's the place where Thai food is prepared by Thai chefs using influences from the Bangkok street food scene to the southern island of Phuket. It's the place where you can either forget about the day you had or celebrate the successes of life.
Koh is the perfect solution for any occasion.
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Koh Noi
292 Sandbanks RdKoh is the place where the irresistible flavours and aromatic ingredients of Thai cuisine are perfectly partnered with fiery cocktails, far-flung beers and friendly service.
It's the place where you can come for a romantic meal or a work's night out and still feel equally welcome. It's the place where Thai food is prepared by Thai chefs using influences from the Bangkok street food scene to the southern island of Phuket. It's the place where you can either forget about the day you had or celebrate the successes of life.
Koh is the perfect solution for any occasion.
For the Children
Lemur Landings
Yarrow RoadGreat Indoor area for the children
Entertainment
A huge complex with lots of facilities.
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Hollywood Bowl Poole Tower Park
Yarrow RoadA huge complex with lots of facilities.
Dorset Water Park - near Corfe Castle.
If you’re looking for fun things to do with your friends and family then Dorset Adventure Park is just for you! The wet and wild Amusement Park features an outdoor Wibit Water Park and a fun challenging Mud Trail, a multi obstacle assault course suitable for both Adults and Children.
The Adventure Park has two beautiful lakes surrounded by 18 acres of woodland with breathtaking views of the Purbeck countryside with the historic Corfe Castle as a backdrop. Rated one of the best places to visit in Dorset. Whether you like to get wet or muddy come and join us for a fun filled wild day out at Dorset Adventure Park!
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Corfe Castle
Dorset Water Park - near Corfe Castle.
If you’re looking for fun things to do with your friends and family then Dorset Adventure Park is just for you! The wet and wild Amusement Park features an outdoor Wibit Water Park and a fun challenging Mud Trail, a multi obstacle assault course suitable for both Adults and Children.
The Adventure Park has two beautiful lakes surrounded by 18 acres of woodland with breathtaking views of the Purbeck countryside with the historic Corfe Castle as a backdrop. Rated one of the best places to visit in Dorset. Whether you like to get wet or muddy come and join us for a fun filled wild day out at Dorset Adventure Park!