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Tonnes of fun!

Tonnes of fun!

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Family Attractions

Dorset has such a wide range of family attractions you’ll be sure to have plenty to do during your stay. Whether you want to explore our number of great museums, spend the day at one of the many animal farms and parks or have some adventure at our superb activity centres, Dorset really has some of the best family attractions to be found anywhere!

Monkey World is one of the most renowned ape rescue centres in the world with over 230 rescued and endangered apes and monkeys. A great day out for your little monkeys!

Moors Valley Country Park has something for everyone. Set in 1000 acres of parkland and forest you can explore the way marked trails, tree-top walkways and tackle the high wire adventure.

Enjoy some fun down on the farm at Honeybrook. This is a great day out for little ones with a brilliant adventure playground and a number of nature based activities.

For your little soldiers that think big is best the Tank Museum is a must. Learn the story of the tank and look around a massive display of armoured vehicles; you can even take part in a trench experience. Tonnes of fun for everyone!

Other great attractions include Adventure Wonderland, an Alice in Wonderland based family attraction. Keep the kids entertained with exciting rides, a fun indoor play centre and much more.

You will find a whole range of family museums, farm parks and more in Dorset, use our search tool on this page or have a look at our full list of Dorset attractions!

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  1. Corfe Castle Model Village and Gardens

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    Corfe Castle Model Village and Gardens

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    Model/Miniature Village

    Corfe Castle

    Detailed 1/20th scale model of Corfe Castle and village before its destruction by Cromwell. Set in an acre of landscaped gardens. Stocks and pillory and a collection of fossils. Enchanted woodland walk where fairies and pixies may be seen. Giant garden games. Whether you visit the model village or...

  2. Quad Biking

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    Gorcombe Extreme Sports

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    Sub-Attraction

    Blandford

    Welcome to probably the most complete Outdoor Activity Centre in the U.K.! Here at Gorcombe we now boast a fleet of some 70+ vehicles, more than 10 different activities and we are open 7 days a week - all year round. Our fully trained staff have designed every activity with their fun loving,...

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    Sand World Weymouth

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    Environmental Attraction

    Weymouth

    Come and visit Weymouth's newest all-weather attraction, theme for 2012 Ancient Greece & The Olympics. Be amazed by the giant sand sculptures on display, created by the World's top sand sculptors. Enjoy the activity & sand play area and enter our "carve an Easter Egg" sand model competition. With a...

  4. Adventure Wonderland

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    Adventure Wonderland

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    Theme Park

    Hurn

    2011 Winner of Dorset's Best Family Attraction- Awarded by Primary Times (as voted by parents of 4-11 year olds)

    It’s no wonder that it’s a full day’s fun at Dorset’s number 1 family theme park, with even more to do and see than ever before! Now there are over 30 family rides and attractions at...

  5. Logo - Tower Park - Bournemouth

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    Tower Park

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    Leisure/Swimming Pool

    Poole

    Tower Park… The South Coast’s Premier Entertainment Centre!!!

    One of the original centres of its kind, Tower Park is a great destination for a huge range of activities and choice of dining venues. On the outskirts of Poole, on the A3049.

    Flumin’ good fun for everyone
    SPLASHDOWN Spin in the...

  6. Charmouth Beach

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    Charmouth Beach

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    Beach

    Lyme Regis

    This beach is slightly shelving and is made up of pebbles and sand.

    Charmouth is famous, along with Lyme Regis, for its fossils, especially in winter months due to the rough seas. Charmouth is located 2 miles from Lyme Regis and 6 miles from Bridport.

    At the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre...

  7. Nothe Fort, Weymouth

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    Nothe Fort

    Type

    Castle/Fort

    Weymouth

    Award winning visitor attraction offering low cost entry & great value come rain or shine.

    Built by the Victorians to protect Portland Harbour, Nothe Fort is one of the best preserved forts of its kind. The advances in technology that affected the fort are explained through many displays,...

  8. Shell Bay

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    Studland Beach and Nature Reserve

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    Beach

    Studland

    Fine sandy beaches stretch continuously for 3 miles from South Haven Point to the chalk cliffs of Handfast Point and Old Harry Rocks and include Shell Bay. A designated section of naturist beach is at Knoll beach. The heathland behind the beach is a National Nature Reserve with many rare birds....

  9. Lyme Regis beach

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    Lyme Regis Beaches

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    Beach

    Lyme Regis

    Lyme regis is a picturesque and historic seaside town set in an area of outstanding natural beauty. A town of steep streets, its most outstanding feature is a delightful 13th century harbour known as the Cobb.

    The beaches in Lyme regis are a mixture of sand and pebbles. Monmouth beach is very...

  10. Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park

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    Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park

    Type

    Animal Collection

    Weymouth

    Come and visit us at Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park and experience a whole world of discovery and fun! Explore our fantastic 7 acre site by the sea and you’ll embark on a journey like no other!

    • Discover over 1000 incredible creatures including snapping crocs, adorable penguins, playful...