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Dorset
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 Poole
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Poole, now
just about joined with Bournemouth,
is a working port town, with ferry services to Europe, and
ship yards. The Sunseeker luxury boats are made here and can
be seen in the harbour, (for that plug TourUK staff hope to
receive a free one, or at least a day trip!).
Poole harbour is the
second largest natural harbour in the world with over 100
miles of coastline.
The town of Poole
was given county status by Elizabeth 1st, which it kept until
the 19th century. There is an 18th century Guildhall and medieval
merchants house, both museums.
Poole is centered
around the harbours and it is here that its history is. The
shopping area has most major shops, and out of town there
is a surprising amount of industry.
You can take ferries around Poole harbour and to the National
Trust island of Brownsea, or take the small ferry from Sandbanks
across to Studland Bay near Swanage.
Tourist Information Centre by the harbour.
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Location
Map of Poole |
What
To See -
Poole Tourist Attractions
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 Poole
Pottery Retail Outlet, Poole, producing since 1873.Map |
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Waterfront
and Scaplens Court Museum, High Street, Poole,
housed in historic buildings near Poole Quay. The Waterfront
records Poole's history, while Scaplen's Court concentrates
on domestic history,shop etc, Tel: 01202 262605 
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Compton
Acres Garden, great garden at Canford Cliffs, south
east of the town centre, re-designed
Italian Garden, views,
shop, etc, Tel: 01202 700778
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| Splashdown,
Tower Park Leisure Complex , A3049 east of Poole, water park
with lots of rides, Tel: 01202 716123
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| Brownsea
Island, take the frequent ferry from Poole harbour to
this National Trust 500 acre island in the middle of the harbour,
first Scout camp was here in 1907, good walks, woods and heathlands,
guided walks in the summer, Tel: 01202 707744
Open: Easter - end Sept Map |
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Where
To Stay in Poole
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73 Haven Road Poole BH13 7LW MAP
Contemporary elegance. Stunning panoramic views across Poole Harbour. Design excellence in every detail, from the exquisite food in harbar brasserie to the individually commissioned furnishings and artwork
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Thames Street The Quay Poole BH15 1JN MAP
With rooms offering fine Egyptian linen, handsprung beds, and plasma TVs, Hotel Du Vin Poole is just 10 minutes’ walk from Poole Harbour. Its French-style bistro serves the finest local produce, and guests can enjoy expert wine-tasting sessions.
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62-66 Wimborne Road Poole BH15 2BY MAP
A warm and friendly welcome awaits all guests at this well established 3*** hotel. We offer good quality en suite accommodation with an added touch of a natural relaxing atmosphere.
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Guest
Houses Bed & Breakfasts Inns and Other Hotels
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18 Pinewood Road Poole BH13 6JS MAP
Dating back to 1895, Grovefield Manor offers bed and breakfast accommodation on England’s picturesque south coast. Canford Cliffs and the sandy beaches are only a few minutes’ walk away.
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Slough Lane Upton near Poole BH16 5NB MAP
Laurel Cottage offers bed and breakfast accommodation in the small town of Upton. It has its own swimming pool, and is 12 miles from Bournemouth International Airport. Each room at the pet-friendly hotel has a TV, and many have Sky channels.
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31A Dorchester Road Upton Poole BH16 5NJ MAP
The White House Inn is situated in Upton, just a 10-minute drive from Poole centre. The organic, locally sourced B&B offers homemade cakes and modern rooms with free Wi-Fi.
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46 Stanley Road Poole Quay Poole BH15 1QY Tel: 0844 847 1200 MAP
This newly refurbished mid row cottage boasts a wonderful holiday location just 5 minutes' walk from bustling Poole Quay. Here as well as finding brilliant restaurants shops and pubs visitors can buy fresh fish take a PADI diving course pick up a sea...
… Sleeps 4
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Poole BH14 8TW Tel: 01244 357717 MAP
Sapphire Grove is a delightful three-storey townhouse situated in an elevated position on the outskirts of the town of Poole in Dorset....
Sleeps: 6 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: £325 - £798 a week.
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Sandbanks near Poole BH13 7PW Tel: 01244 357717 MAP
Occupying the entire ground floor of an imposing, Art Deco style building on the prestigious Sandbanks peninsula, this property is a stunning and extremely spacious apartment....
Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: 479.00-1325.00
Sleeps up to 8 in 4 bedrooms.
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Days Out in and around Poole
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resort of Bournemouth, and no trip to this area will
be complete without visiting Corfe Castle
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Towns near Poole To Visit - straight line distance:
Bournemouth Tourist Information (4.56 miles) Wimborne Minster Tourist Information (5.65 miles) Wareham Tourist Information (5.87 miles) Corfe Castle Tourist Information (6.44 miles) |
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Area
Telephone Code
01202
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Information
Centre
The
Quay
Poole
Tel: 01202
673322
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