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  1. Solent Scene and Island Scene boat cruises

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    City Cruises Poole

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

    Cruises operate daily from Poole Quay and Swanage Pier (1st April - 31st October 2020). Check the website for winter sailings. We offer a wide selection of cruises along the Jurassic coast, trips to the Victorian resort at Swanage and the Steam…

    Price £7.00 to £30.00 Per Ticket
  2. Red Squirrel on 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 Free to £44.50 Per Ticket
  3. Ring ride at Splashdown Poole at Tower Park, Dorset

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

    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. Greenslade Pleasure Boats at Brownsea Island

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    Fresh air, fantastic views, fun and relaxation for you to enjoy on every sailing. The cruise lasts 1 hour.

    Bookings in advance preferred but you can turn up at the kiosk on Poole Quay. If you do turn up, you will be booked onto the next…

    Price £5.00 to £11.50 Per Ticket
  5. Sandbanks beach with message overlay: #RespectProtectEnjoy #LeaveOnlyFootprints

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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.

  6. Sandbanks beach with message overlay: #RespectProtectEnjoy #LeaveOnlyFootprints

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

  8. The Ancient Trails Company

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    The Ancient Trails Company

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

    We offer a walking holiday and day experiences like no other – we meet, we pack up the ponies, we walk, we camp wild(ish). We also ‘wild glamp’. And now you can too.

    Ancient Trails has evolved from our love of where we live- Dorset - this land,…

  9. 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.

  10. Colourful array of beach huts lined up along Hamworthy park in Poole

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    Hamworthy Park & Beach

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    Hamworthy Park beach offers an oasis of peace and tranquility from the busy town centre.

  11. Dorset Pass

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    A sightseeing pass that will gain you free entry into various attractions across Dorset and more! Available for 1 day, 2 days or 3 days. The pass activates at the first attraction you visit, which allows you to pre-book your pass before you arrive…

    Price £25.00 to £60.00 Per Ticket
  12. 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
  13. Condor Ferries

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    *LATEST UPDATE* Day trips to Guernsey are currently suspended. Some ferries are operating with restrictions in place - visit their website for the latest information.

    Price £24.00 to £34.00 Per Ticket
  14. Shore Road Beach, Poole

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

  15. Upton Wood

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    Upton, POOLE

    A small woodland on the edge of Upton (opposite Upton Country Park). The Wood includes footpaths, cyclepaths and Woodland Trail, also running streams, open glades and seats to sit and rest a while. Map and leaflet available from Discover Purbeck…

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  16. RNLI Lifeboat at Poole

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 258 reviews258 reviews

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    *LATEST UPDATE* The RNLI College is currently closed. Find out how RNLI crews and lifeguards are trained with a behind the scenes 90 minute tour of the RNLI College. Conducted by our dedicated volunteer tour guides, you will be given the chance to…

    Price £2.50 to £7.50 Per Ticket

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