Top Rated Parks to Visit in Sandbanks

"Source: Photo by user Martinevans123 used under PUBLIC DOMAIN. A quick drive from Poole center will take you to the serene parkland of the award winning Upton Country Park, a favorite tourist attraction in the area. Stroll amongst the wildlife along the shoreline or admire the botanical Walled Garden; for kids there’s plenty of opportunities for them to use up their energy in the Woodland Play Trail or to play games on the Front Lawn."

"A post shared by Love Bournemouth (@bournemouth_official) on Sep 4, 2019 at 8:05am PDT. Boscombe’s Chine Gardens are slightly less busy than the Lower Gardens, Central Gardens and Upper Gardens, so they’re a great place to escape the crowds. They’re also a wildlife habitat, and there’s a wildlife quiz trail where you can learn more about the park’s local inhabitants."

"Quieter than the Lower Gardens, the Central and Upper Gardens trace the course of the Bourne back from the centre of the town to a small body of water called the Coy Pond. By the river there’s a paved greenway that you can follow to the Poole suburb of Branksome, and either turn around and make the return journey or catch the train for a single stop back to Bournemouth. The Central Gardens are more manicured, with heather beds, rose borders, a rhododendron walk and a pergola put up in 1990 to celebrate the Borough of Bournemouth’s centenary."

"Has been Green Flag winners since 1999, these award winning gardens are one of the great places to visit in Bournemouth. It is a place where you can sit and relax to enjoy the pleasant weather of Bournemouth or take a stroll among the beautiful features of the nature. Stretching from the Pier Approach to the borough boundary with Poole at Branksome Wood Road, this beautiful 3 kilometer long gar...Read more"

"Maumbury Rings in Dorchester is the site of a large Neolithic henge created around 5,000 years ago. While its origins are unclear, historians have discovered that it was later repurposed by the Romans as an amphitheatre. Hosting 10,000 strong, the henge was used for Roman ‘entertainment’ – namely gladiator fights and executions."

"Durnovaria’s amphitheatre was actually adapted from a much older Neolithic structure that has had a role in Dorchester life for millennia. This circular earthwork henge, 85 metres across is up to 5,000 years old. Originally it was much higher before being reworked by the Romans, who added chambers and built seating terraces."

"Maumbury Rings is a Neolithic henge in the south of the town of Dorchester. In Roman times it was modified for use as an amphitheatre and to this day it is still used as a venue for open-air concerts and festivals."

"A post shared by Michelle Feider (@chell_writes) on Oct 13, 2019 at 10:36am PDT. The Bournemouth Natural Science Society aims to promote the study, interest and enjoyment of all forms of history. They have a wide variety of collections for you to uncover, including archaeological finds, dinosaur footprints and insects."

"The Island Planetarium offers a fascinating journey through time and space, stimulating your imagination and mind in our astrodome theatre and exhibition. This man-made universe takes you places you have never been before, from the surface of the moon…"

"Village Bournemouth is located - just 1 mile from Pokesdown Rail Station and 2. 5 miles from Bournemouth International Airport making it an ideal base for business and leisure travellers alike. Local attractions include award winning sandy beaches, Monkey World, Oceanarium, and Castlepoint Shopping Park - there’s plenty to see and do to enjoy a fun-filled family break."

"Located just outside of the town Centre, you can enjoy luxury and relaxation at the Village Hotel Bournemouth. On offer is a 25m indoor heated pool, sauna and steam room. Additional hotel facilities include WIFI in all the rooms, access to the gym facilities, flat screen TV and en-suite bathrooms."

"Stay at the Hilton Bournemouth hotel and enjoy a warm welcome, contemporary business and leisure amenities, and an ideal location just five minutes' walk from the beach and bustling promenade. The cosmopolitan town of Bournemouth has it all - seven miles of golden sandy beaches, exciting watersports, shops, restaurants, nightlife and award-winning gardens. Swim in the heated indoor pool, or work out with the latest cardio and weights equipment in the complimentary 24-hr fitness center."

"The concept behind the eforea Spa and Health Club at the Hilton Bournemouth is ‘emerging brighter’. And you certainly will with one of its facial and body treatments (such as hot stones, freestyle or deep tissue massages) or a ‘relax and glow’ therapy involving a salt glow followed by a back massage. The rooftop bar has great sea views and cocktails – try the signature bournemouth pier martini."

"04/06/2021: Our local always short changes you, have always got food missing- This one accidentally gave us an extra meal!!. Food was tasty, hot and fresh and staff helpful with discount codes etc. 16/05/2021: We've not had KFC for a long time, but after spending the day moving house and needing something quick to eat we decided on KFC."