Things to do in Canford Cliffs

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Compton Acres featuring heritage architecture and a park
Compton Acres
Compton Acres featuring flowers
Compton Acres which includes heritage architecture and a pond
Compton Acres which includes a park

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1. Durdle Door

Durdle Door is a natural arch carved into the limestone cliffs on the Jurassic Coast of England. The geological feature is the unquestionable highlight of the Lulworth Estate, which is open to the public and consists of 12,000 acres (4,856 hectares) of picturesque terrain. Go for a romantic stroll along the stony beach and take photographs of this stunning geological feature.
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Durdle Door featuring a sunset, a bay or harbor and rugged coastline

2. Poole Harbour

Poole Harbour is a large natural bay with several small islands in the southern part of the city. It has an intriguing history, with its shores having been inhabited for thousands of years. A boat from the Iron Age was discovered here. Watch the lifting of Poole Bridge, built in 1927 and spanning the waterway between the harbor and Holes Bay.
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Poole Harbour which includes a river or creek and heritage architecture

3. Bournemouth Beach

Bournemouth Beach is one of England’s most popular and attractive sandy areas. For decades, locals and travelers have been relaxing under umbrellas against the roar of the English Channel’s waves. Discover the varying parts of the beach during your vacation, from the more active central bays to the spacious havens a little farther out from the city.
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Bournemouth Beach

4. Bournemouth International Centre

The Bournemouth International Centre, or the BIC, is a large events space and conference center that hosts a wide range of events throughout the year. Come here to take in everything from wrestling to stand-up comedy shows, from food and drinks festivals to musicals. And of course, if you are visiting Bournemouth for a conference or business event, there is a good chance it will be held here in the BIC.
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Go to a performance, conference, exhibition or other event at this large venue, which sits on the beautiful coast of Bournemouth.

5. Compton Acres

The variety of colorful flowers on display in the cherished gardens of Compton Acres seems to transport visitors around the world. Whether in the Japanese Garden, the Italian Garden or elsewhere, the arrangement of plants and trees is inspiring and culturally accurate. Tour the 10 acres (4 hectares) of the privately owned grounds.
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Compton Acres which includes heritage architecture and a pond

What to do in Canford Cliffs

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Poole Harbour which includes a river or creek and heritage architecture

Poole Harbour

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Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques.

Poole Harbour
Sandbanks Beach

Sandbanks Beach

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If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Sandbanks Beach
Poole Quay

Poole Quay

Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Quay. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Poole Quay
Compton Acres which includes heritage architecture and a pond

Compton Acres

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The fine historic gardens of late Victorian mixed style were set up in the early 20th century. Peruse the range of exotic sections remaining today.

Compton Acres
Brownsea Castle featuring heritage architecture

Brownsea Castle

Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.

Brownsea Castle
Poole Park

Poole Park

Explore the great outdoors at Poole Park, a lovely green space in Poole. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Poole Park

Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts

You can enjoy a show at Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts during your trip to Poole. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts

RNLI College

Enjoy the student vibe at RNLI College as part of your travels around Poole. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

RNLI College

Branksome Chine Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Branksome Chine Beach during your trip to Poole? Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Branksome Chine Beach
Bournemouth which includes tranquil scenes, hiking or walking and heritage elements

Bournemouth

Brownsea Castle showing heritage architecture

Poole

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Sandbanks