Attractions in Poole
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The church of St Cuthburga, Winborne Minster dates back over 1300 years. The current church is mostly Norman in origin although there are Saxon and Gothic features.
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Ten acres of beautiful gardens, shops, restaurants, a delicatessen and regular events. Open 7 days a week.
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A superb 1/10th scale Model Town capturing the essence of a typical Market Town of Rural England during the 1950's and an interactive Hornby Model Trains and Tram working layout.
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Pair of impressive chalk sea stacks located off the end of Handfast Point near Swanage. Named after local pirate, Harry Paye
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A model of the 17th century village with working water mill, situated in an acre of gardens. Courtyard tearoom and shop.
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Large 11th century castle that now lies in ruins since it was slighted in the English Civil War. It still cuts a majestic form dominating the village below
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University museum celebrating plastics in design. Collection contains over 8,000 international, historical and contemporary design examples
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Large public park adjacent to Poole harbour. Contains several man made lakes and is a conservation area
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The Priest's House Museum is located in the heart of Wimborne Minster, on the high street opposite the Minster Church.
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Poole Guildhall is one of the town's most well known landmarks.