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  1. Russell-Cotes art gallery and museum - exterior

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    Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

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    BOURNEMOUTH

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020We're Good to Go

    The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum houses important collections of paintings, sculpture, furniture, ceramics, world-wide collections and contemporary craft commissions.

    Price Free to £20.00 Per Ticket
  2. Bournemouth beach with message overlay: #RespectProtectEnjoy #LeaveOnlyFootprints

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    The beaches at Bournemouth stretch for 7 miles between the coastal towns of Poole and Christchurch.

    All of the beaches are soft sand and very family friendly. They are some of the safest beaches in the UK with RNLI Lifeguards based there…

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    Branksome Chine Beach

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    Poole

    Branksome Chine offers great sandy beaches and stunning views across the coastline. Its Blue Flag status attracts both locals and visitors.

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    Alum Chine Beach is probably one of Bournemouth's favourite Blue Flag award winning beaches, particularly loved by the locals for its wide, exceptionally clean, sandy and shingle beaches situated further to the West of Bournemouth, away from the…

  3. durleychine, derley chine, durlee chine,

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    Durley Chine Beach is one of Bournemouth's favourite Blue Flag award winning beaches, particularly loved by the locals for its wide, exceptionally clean, sandy and shingle beaches situated further to the West of Bournemouth, away from the hustle and…

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    Start your adventure on Boscombe exciting, activity packed stretch of award-winning Blue Flag beach - the perfect family playground.

  5. TheGallery Arts University Bournemouth

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    TheGallery at the Arts University Bournemouth is a major resource for contemporary art and design in the South of England. It is open to the public and admission to the exhibitions and supporting events is free. The regular programme of exhibitions…

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  1. Red Squirrel on Brownsea Island

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    Brownsea Island

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    A beautiful island with wonderful views, history & wildlife including rare red squirrels and birds, and is also the birthplace of Scouting and Guiding.

    Price £7.00 to £44.50 Per Ticket
  2. Adventure Wonderland Characters, Bournemouth

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    Hurn, CHRISTCHURCH

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    • Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020We're Good to Go

    Dorset’s multi award-winning family theme park, Adventure Wonderland, with its great range of rides and attractions is the perfect spot for unlocking the family fun.

    Price Free to £10.00 Per Ticket
  3. Ring ride at Splashdown Poole at Tower Park, Dorset

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    Splashdown Poole has now re-opened with updated opening hours and operating procedures to help with social distancing and to help ensure we are a covid secure place to visit. Please note, tickets are ONLY be bookable through the Splashdown website.…

    Price £14.00 Per Ticket
  4. The Norman House, Castle Keep & Motte

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    The Norman House, Castle Keep & Motte

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    Christchurch Castle was built in the late 11th Century to protect the town. The once luxurious Constable's House, now in ruins, has the oldest Norman chimney in Britain and was built around 1150. The Castle saw action in the Anarchy about 1147 and…

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    Southbourne Beach

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    Bournemouth

    Southbourne Beach is one of Bournemouth's favourite Blue Flag award winning beaches, particularly loved by the locals for its wide, exceptionally clean, sandy and shingle beaches situated further to the West of Bournemouth, away from the hustle and…

  6. Tower Park Entertainment Centre in Poole, Dorset

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    Tower Park Entertainment Centre

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    The South Coast’s leading entertainment centre with Cinema, Bowling, Children's Soft Play Area, Bingo, Fitness Centre, many restaurants and Splashdown - the UK’s most exciting indoor and outdoor water rides.

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    Canford Cliffs Beach

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    Canford Cliffs is a natural and tranquil area, situated between Shore Road and Branksome Chine.

  8. Place Mill at Christchurch Quay, Dorset

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    Christchurch Quay

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    Christchurch Quay is a popular attraction for all the family. It lies in the upper reaches of the harbour on the northern banks of the River Stour.

    Free
  9. Lemur Landings Soft Play Centre

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    Explore leap, run, climb and play to the max. Childrens play zone.

    Price £2.50 to £10.00 Per Ticket
  10. Shore Road Beach, Poole

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    Shore Road Beach

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    Poole

    Fine, golden sand, gradual sloping beach and clean, safe water make Shore Road beach an ideal place to visit.

  11. St. Catherine's Hill Nature Reserve

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    St Catherine's Hill Nature Reserve

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    CHRISTCHURCH

    The highest area of land in Christchurch is also part of the largest and most significant area of heathland in the Borough providing habitat for rare species such as the Smooth Snake and Sand Lizard.

    Free
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    Sandbanks, POOLE

    Winner of the prestigious Blue Flag award for over 30 years and with its soft golden sands and breathtaking views, it is no wonder that Sandbanks is considered one of the best beaches in Britain. Facilities include a crazy golf course, children’s…

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  13. Christchurch Castle ruins, Dorset

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    Christchurch Castle Ruins

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    Christchurch, CHRISTCHURCH

    Christchurch Castle was built in the late 11th Century to protect the town's and river access to the interior of Wessex.

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