Welcome to Poole
Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Poole - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.
Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Poole to suit all the family, whatever the weather.
Everything you need to know if you're visiting Poole as a visitor or a resident.
Whether you're staying for the night or a few days, check out the choice of local hotels.
Enjoy a great day out with the family at a tourist attraction in Poole.
Tickle your taste buds with a range of cuisines - eat out at a restaurant in Poole.
.They commence the festive period on Wednesday 17 December with one of the most celebrated pieces in the classical canon Handels jubilant oratorio. Since 1742 Messiah has secured itself in the Christmas calendar as a true celebration of the nativity. Heaped with…
. Celebrate the new year with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra at the Lighthouse Poole on Thursday 1 January. Join Chief Conductor Mark Wigglesworth and soloist Elizabeth Watts for this unique symphonic celebration what a way to start 2026 The swirling majesty…
.Celebrate Valentines Day with an evening of luscious symphonic classics offering some of the most romantic melodies ever written. The concert features the sensuous slow movements from three of the finest concertos for piano and Richard Addinsalls Warsaw Concerto as well as…
.This is a great concert for both classical music fanatics and first‐time audiences with recognisable pieces sure to be enjoyed by all.Rossinis bright and sunny overture preludes one of the most famous and popular of all concertos ‐ Rodrigos guitar concerto suffused…
.Whole Lotta Love Black Dog Kashmir Rock and Roll Dazed and Confused and of course Stairway To Heaven: Led Zeppelins songs take on a whole new dimension with Led Zeppelin Symphonic. Performed to sold‐out audiences at the London Palladium in London and…
Splashdown Waterpark is a great day out for family and friends. Theres something for everyone from big kids to little ones with some of the UKs most exciting waterflumes.For the thrill‐seekers, brave the Screamer with its sheer vertical drop. Plunge into darkness on the Black Thunder.…
Splashdown is the South's Ultimate Waterpark. In winter there is a choice of 8 fantastic rides. Each one with its own twists and turns generating a real buzz for the rider and loads of laughs, thrills and spills for all. The Spacebowl, Red River Roller…
Diverse habitats & wildlife, including a red squirrel population. The reserve is leased from the National Trust, situated in Poole Harbour with a large sheltered lagoon; particularly important for overwintering & summer breeding birds. A day spent exploring its flooded woodland, lakes, reedbed & pine woods…
Whatever the weather, Farmer Palmers Farm Park near Poole is an ideal family day out. Youll get close to all sorts of farm animals, learn about them and have fun doing it. Plus, every day join in with the constantly changing, hands‐on childrens farm Activities and Demonstrations.To add…
SnookerPool Hall at Ambassador Snooker Club in Poole, Dorset. Contact venue on 01202 670185 for opening times, entrance costs and snooker table informationavailability.…
Bournemouth Amusements Ltd ‐ Amusement Park in Poole, Dorset. Contact venue on telephone number 01202686586 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Want to see what other attractions to visit when in Poole? See our list of attractions in Poole, including theme parks, castles, historic houses, zoos and many more family days out.