Activities

Places to see and things to do in and around Poole
 
 
 

Queen’s Park Golf Course

“A beautiful course with a deep sense of history and tradition” Peter Alliss. It is a very mature and challenging golf course, where management of the game takes the driving seat to power play.

 
 

QE Leisure Centre

At QE Leisure Centre we offer an excellent range of facilities with the latest equipment, a great atmosphere and a real opportunity for you to socialise, relax and achieve your personal goals.

 
 

Putlake Adventure Farm

A broad range of animals, large and small, which can be bottle fed and even held in your own hands. Come along and run around in scenic views while cows moo and alpacas graze. When you’ve had enough of running…

 
 

Powerboat Training UK

Powerboat Training UK is a professional but family run RYA Training Centre running the full range of RYA Powerboat Training Courses, Motorboat Training Courses, Shorebased and PWC Training Courses.

 
 

Poole Yacht Club

Our facilities have been called the finest for a private members’ club on the South coast. With a newly refurbished pontoon, lit walkways and electricity to each finger berth, the quality of our members’ experience just keeps improving!

 
 

Poole Windsurfing School

Our windsurfing lessons take place in the safe, shallow waters of Poole Harbour, where we teach in small groups with personalized windsurfing tuition which is always with the same experienced instructors & using the latest equipment to make learning easy.

 
 

Land and Wave

Outdoor land and sea adventures for kids and adults. Fantastic kids holiday courses, adult courses and adhoc day activities.  Well organised and super fun for everyone!

 
 

Poole Park Crazy Golf

Low cost fun in a beautiful setting, Poole Park Crazy Golf, 12 hole crazy golf course course. Located in Poole Park next to the fountain and car park near The Kitchen and Scoops, and close to the Kingland Road entrance…

 
 

Insight Activities

Nestled in a private section of rustic woodland you will find Insight Activities’ shooting and Axe throwing ranges, where anyone can learn the fine arts of Archery, Crossbows and Axe Throwing or even engage in some woodland Archery Tag Combat…

 
 

Cycling routes in Poole

Poole has over 50 miles of cycle network and 28 miles of path are away from traffic, including leisure routes in pleasant green areas and cycle paths by the sea.

 
 

Cycle Experience Purbeck

Bike hire, experiences and things to do in Dorset’s hidden gem – the Isle of Purbeck.

 
 

Poole Sailability

Poole Sailability welcomes anyone with impaired health or a disability to enjoy active sailing in a friendly club environment during the summer months on the beautiful waters of Poole Harbour. Previous sailing experience is not necessary. We aim to accommodate…

 
 

Ramblers

Whether you’re walking to improve your health or simply for the pleasure of exploring your local area on foot, their walks make enjoying the great outdoors easy.

 
 

Tower Park

At Tower Park, Poole, a galaxy of entertainment unfolds. With the Splashdown water park and Empire Cinema, Tenpin bowling, kids soft play, bingo and a range of restaurants, there’s enough to keep you busy whatever the weather.

 
 

Rockley Watersports

Rockley Watersports offers dinghy sailing courses from RYA beginner level through to RYA Instructor level at our UK south coast centre in Poole Harbour and our Midlands centre at Bartley Sailing Club.

 
 

The Watersports Academy

The Watersports Academy in Sandbanks offers one of the widest selections of water sports you will find under one roof! Activities to suit all ages, skills and fearlessness, accompanied with fun qualified instructor. Plus, their unique location, with direct access…

 
 

Dorset Waterpark

Dorset Waterpark is a huge Woodland Water Park spread over two lakes overlooking Corfe Castle. Each lake features different inflatable obstacles for you to tackle.

 
 

Dorset Activities

Fun activity days including corporate events, kids parties, segway tours, 4×4 driving and more.

 
 

Arne Nature Reserve

Arne remains one of the few places in the UK where all six of the UK’s native reptiles can be found. Situated on Poole Harbour and within the Dorset Area of Natural Beauty, it’s a stunning landscape which consists of…

 
 

New Forest National Park

From beautiful scenery to free roaming animals, fascinating history to scenic coastline, there’s something for everyone in the New Forest National Park. As well as being a great place for walking and cycling, the National Park is also home to…

 
 

The Big Canoe

Book a full- or half-day guided tour for your group in one of their unique Big Open Canoes. You and the rest of the crew will enjoy a fantastic day out canoeing with instructors, while exploring the area of outstanding…

 
 

Shoresports

Shoresports watersports school uses the safe and shallow waters of Christchurch Harbour, operating from Mudeford Quay. Learn to sail, windsurf, kayak or stand-up paddleboard (SUP) with their qualified instructors. Join one of their river tours, take a lesson or just…

 
 

Snowtrax

From those wishing to improve their skiing or snowboarding skills, to the outright novice looking for their first ski or snowboard lessons! You don’t even need to hit the slopes to have a great time, just relax in our Alpine…

 
 

Moonfleet Tallship Sailing

Moonfleet sails daily from Portland Marina in Dorset, out into Weymouth Bay and to remarkable destinations along Dorset’s beautiful coastline!

 
 

Moors Valley Country Park and Forest

Whether you want to enjoy a peaceful walk or cycle ride through the Forest, experience a ride on an authentic narrow-gauge steam train or even go on a high wire adventure swinging through the tree tops…

 
 

New Forest Activities

If you’re looking for great things to do in The New Forest, look no further. New Forest Activities are experts in delivering outdoor activities in this wonderful National Park. Their vision is to draw the areas best experiences into one…

 
 

New Forest Wildlife Park

Follow the woodland trails to see amazing animals in beautiful natural settings. Have fun in their fabulous adventure playgrounds.

 
 

Oasis Fun

Want to keep the kids entertained? Then why not visit Oasis Fun for a fun-filled experience for the whole family. They have a bowling alley with 6 lanes, an indoor soft play centre, large Adventure Golf course, arcades and pool…

 
 

Poole Harbour Watersports

For lessons, tours or equipment hire. Kayaking, kitesurfing, paddle boarding, windsurfing and more…

 
 

Shore Road Beach

Fine, golden sand, gradual sloping beach and clean, safe water make Shore Road beach an ideal place to visit. This Blue Flag beach offers a range of facilities along the promenade, including ice cream kiosks and a cafe. The area…

 
 

Super Hawk Marine

Experience the unique combination of exhilaration and fun in luxurious comfort, or relax aboard one of our spacious Sunseeker Performance Motor Cruisers. Your individual powerboat charter event can be tailored to your own requirements, or simply choose from a suggested…

 
 

Jurassic Safari

Sit back and relax on one of their Land Rover Safaris as they take you off the beaten track for a taste of Dorset’s secret beauty in the style and safety of the world’s leading 4×4.

 
 

Jetski Safaris

Jetski Safaris brings all the exhilaration of jetskiing to a wider audience in a safe environment. Under the guidance of a Personal Watercraft Instructor jetski hire is now possible.

 
 

Lemur Landings

Lemur Landings is one of Dorset’s largest indoor children’s entertainment and soft play centres. There are some great features including a totally awesome role play village, climbing zone with its own Digi-Wall and lo-ropes for little ones called Sky Tykes.…

 
 

Aerosaurus Balloons

Dorset is most famous for its 200 million year old Jurassic coastline, being the location setting for the popular TV series Broadchurch and is also home to a huge naked chalk Giant! Furthermore UNESCO has declared the 140 km stretch…

 
 

Upton Country Park

There’s something for everyone, so come along today and see what’s got people talking. Marvel at the grand Grade II* listed Georgian Mansion House, enjoy the wildlife along the shoreline, allow the children to blow off steam along the Woodland…

 
 

Splashdown Waterpark

Welcome to Splashdown Poole, the South’s favourite all-action waterpark! Easy to find on Tower Park, the South’s premier leisure complex, Splashdown is home to 13 thrilling indoor and outdoor flume rides and 3 under 5’s splash zones.

 
 

The Blue Pool & Tea Rooms

The Blue Pool at Furzebrook constantly varies in colour. Very fine clay in suspension in the water diffracts light in different ways, producing a spectrum of colour sometimes green sometimes turquoise. Set in a deep clay bowl, steps lead down…

 
 

Poole Park

Poole Park is a public park. You will find lakes, play equipment, tennis, bowls, crazy golf, ice skating and more.

 
 

Hengistbury Head

Hengistbury Head is a great place to bring the whole family. Take the land train for gentle and easy access to Mudeford Sand spit, then enjoy the view with a cup of tea and a slice of cake, or something…

 
 

The Ark

The multi award winning all-weather family fun day out! Three levels of soft play with slides, tunnels and interactive zones (up to 11 years old) with a dedicated toddlers’ soft play area for little ones. Indoor ice rink for all…

 
 

South Coast Karting

South Coast Karting is a purpose built 500 metre outdoor Karting venue has been built by racers for racers. Ideally located adjacent to Bournemouth International Airport just 5 miles from Bournemouth’s town centre the circuit is easily accessible for all.

 
 
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