Poole Tourist Information
Poole owes its name to the Saxons who aptly named it after the vast expanse of water that lay before them. Boasting the largest natural harbour in Europe, Poole’s greatest asset hums with activity throughout the year. Great beaches, Poole Old Town and some world class water sport activities all contribute to making Poole a top summer destination in England. Poole’s key attraction for many visitors is her waters. Sandbanks Beach provides 3 miles of golden sand holding more Blue Flag awards than all other British contenders. Nearby, Shore Road and Branksome Chine Beaches are also good swimming spots while a short ferry trip will take you to great beaches at Shellbay and Studland (Studland beach is also famous for its naturists).
Poole Tourist Information – Old Town
A visit to Poole Old Town is a trip into the past. Here is the heart of the town built upon foundations hundreds of years old. Wander through narrow smugglers’ passageways and stumble out upon 17th and 18th century houses originally built by rich merchants. Your tour will take you to Poole Quay where simply relaxing and watching crab liners, powerboats and fishing boats is an attraction in itself. Alternatively, you can take the Poole Cockle Trail, and take yourself on a self-guided tour of Poole, its history and curiosities. Combine this with a trip to Poole’s Water Front Museum which details the history of Poole and includes some gory smugglers’ tales. If history’s not quite your thing, you can wander around Sandbanks, an exclusive spot which boasts some of the most highly valued property (per square foot) in the world.
Poole Tourist Information – Harbour
Poole Harbour contains some 60 miles of coastline supporting mudflats, salt marshes and wintering waterfowl. Second in size only to Sydney, Poole Harbour provides sheltered waters which are ideal for cruising or learning watersports like sailing, wakeboarding, kitesurfing and windsurfing. The professionals turn up in September when Poole holds Animal Windfest, the No.1 UK Wind and Kite Surfing Championship in Poole Harbour. Within the harbour is another unique attraction – the National Trust Nature Reserve of Brownsea Island. 500 acres lying smack in the middle of Poole Harbour are home to the rare red squirrel and other wildlife.
Poole Tourist Information – Leisure and Tourism
Poole and the surrounding areas have much to offer the tourist and people seeking leisure activities. This stunning part of the Dorset coast has something for everyone, including an excellent range of accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants. Bournemouth is perfectly positioned to visit the nearby towns of Christchurch and Poole and of course, the New Forest, offering a variety of attractions and fun activities to suit every interest. With a delicious array of restaurants throughout the area, there is a fantastic choice to suit every taste and budget!
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