Amanda’s guidebook

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Amanda’s guidebook

Bournemouth and Poole Beaches

This is the nearest beach to the flat. It's a 5-10 minute walk to the end of Knole Rd, cross over and take the scenic 10 -15 minute walk through Boscombe Gardens to the beach. You can leave the car at the property as during the busy season it's hard to park anywhere nearer to the beach.
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Παραλία Boscombe
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This is the nearest beach to the flat. It's a 5-10 minute walk to the end of Knole Rd, cross over and take the scenic 10 -15 minute walk through Boscombe Gardens to the beach. You can leave the car at the property as during the busy season it's hard to park anywhere nearer to the beach.
A 15 minute drive from the property. Picturesque beach with Branksome Beach restaurant and a take-away next to it for soft drinks and fish and chips etc. Head here early enough in the morning and you can park for free along Lakeside Road.
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Branksome Chine Car Park
Pinecliff Road
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A 15 minute drive from the property. Picturesque beach with Branksome Beach restaurant and a take-away next to it for soft drinks and fish and chips etc. Head here early enough in the morning and you can park for free along Lakeside Road.
The most picturesque beach of all Bournemouth and Poole beaches in my opinion. Park in the car park opposite Rick Stein Restaurant (a great restaurant for a really special meal). Once on the promenade, turn right for the dog beach backed with sand dunes and expensive homes. The beach is made up of small coves which is great for swimming. Opposite you have the view of Studland Beach and the beautiful Purbecks. Turn left at the promenade for the non dog beach and plenty of facilities - toilets, cafes etc.
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Παραλία Σάντμπανκς
Banks Road
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The most picturesque beach of all Bournemouth and Poole beaches in my opinion. Park in the car park opposite Rick Stein Restaurant (a great restaurant for a really special meal). Once on the promenade, turn right for the dog beach backed with sand dunes and expensive homes. The beach is made up of small coves which is great for swimming. Opposite you have the view of Studland Beach and the beautiful Purbecks. Turn left at the promenade for the non dog beach and plenty of facilities - toilets, cafes etc.
This is a little bit different from the other Bournemouth Beaches in that it can be a little less busy and is very natural. Park at the Hengistbury Head Car Park and either walk or take the the land train down (when in season) through the beautiful wooded walk, passing the harbour as you go. It will take you down to Mudeford Spit which has a great beach and many expensive beachuts. There are amenities here such as a bar, food and conveniences.
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Hengistbury Head Land Train
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This is a little bit different from the other Bournemouth Beaches in that it can be a little less busy and is very natural. Park at the Hengistbury Head Car Park and either walk or take the the land train down (when in season) through the beautiful wooded walk, passing the harbour as you go. It will take you down to Mudeford Spit which has a great beach and many expensive beachuts. There are amenities here such as a bar, food and conveniences.

Food scene

Cool place for lunch, dinner and breakfast. Casual. Good for families. Outside seating and overlooking the beach.
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Urban Reef - Seafront Restaurant in Bournemouth
Undercliff Drive
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Cool place for lunch, dinner and breakfast. Casual. Good for families. Outside seating and overlooking the beach.
Same group as Urban Beach. Nice pub for lunch, dinner or breakfast.
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Urban Beach - Boutique Hotel
23 Argyll Rd
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Same group as Urban Beach. Nice pub for lunch, dinner or breakfast.
Casual eaterie for coffee, snacks and meals.
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Ludo Lounge
34 Southbourne Grove
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Casual eaterie for coffee, snacks and meals.
Well know local restaurant specialising in fish but there are other alternatives for non-fish lovers. It's a great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner overlooking Bournemouth beach and pier. Smart casual restaurant if you're looking for a something a bit more special.
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WestBeach
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Well know local restaurant specialising in fish but there are other alternatives for non-fish lovers. It's a great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner overlooking Bournemouth beach and pier. Smart casual restaurant if you're looking for a something a bit more special.
Very popular Thai restaurant, specialising in Thai Tapas.
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Koh Thai
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Very popular Thai restaurant, specialising in Thai Tapas.
Great place to have a drink and bite to eat in Christchurch with great views over the harbour and green.
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The Boathouse
Quay Road
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Great place to have a drink and bite to eat in Christchurch with great views over the harbour and green.
French brasserie situated in a hotel so you can use the hotel bar area for coffee or drinks after and before. Outside seating with a view over The sea.
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Brasserie Blanc - Bournemouth
105 W Cliff Rd
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French brasserie situated in a hotel so you can use the hotel bar area for coffee or drinks after and before. Outside seating with a view over The sea.
Casual eaterie with varied menu to suit different appetites and budget. Lots of outside seating overlooking Bournemouth gardens
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Urban Garden
Exeter Crescent
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Casual eaterie with varied menu to suit different appetites and budget. Lots of outside seating overlooking Bournemouth gardens
A previous guest recommended this place for casual good food and very welcoming service. Cosy restaurant and bar offering a variety of home cooked food, for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Sourdough pizza's are handmade to order and available evenings and they serve a great Sunday Roast. Plus amazing coffee, speciality shakes or cocktails, wines, draught lager or cider. Enjoy a drink in the new garden.
Darcy's Bar & Kitchen
1089 Christchurch Road
A previous guest recommended this place for casual good food and very welcoming service. Cosy restaurant and bar offering a variety of home cooked food, for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Sourdough pizza's are handmade to order and available evenings and they serve a great Sunday Roast. Plus amazing coffee, speciality shakes or cocktails, wines, draught lager or cider. Enjoy a drink in the new garden.
Amazing Thai food at this restaurant in vibrant Poole Quay. It has a fab outside area too where you can just have a cocktail or drink. Highly recommend.
NUSARA | Thai Fire Kitchen
40-42 High Street
Amazing Thai food at this restaurant in vibrant Poole Quay. It has a fab outside area too where you can just have a cocktail or drink. Highly recommend.

All Round Entertainment

Great leisure complex for everyone. Lots of local food chains including Prezzo, Pizza Express, Nandos etc. Cinema complex and Mulligans indoor crazy golf. Perfect for all the family. 5-10 minute drive from the property or 30 minute walk. Car parking in complex.
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BH2 Leisure Complex
Exeter Crescent
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Great leisure complex for everyone. Lots of local food chains including Prezzo, Pizza Express, Nandos etc. Cinema complex and Mulligans indoor crazy golf. Perfect for all the family. 5-10 minute drive from the property or 30 minute walk. Car parking in complex.

Casual Drinks

Based under the Hilton Hotel in Bournemouth Town Centre. Great for couples and friends to have a drink or two. Outdoor seating.
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Tonic Social
Exeter Road
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Based under the Hilton Hotel in Bournemouth Town Centre. Great for couples and friends to have a drink or two. Outdoor seating.

Sightseeing

This is great day out for everyone especially families. Take one of the pleasure boats from Sandbanks Ferry terminal across to this beautiful island inhabited by lots of wildlife including peacocks and the rare red squirrel. Lovely for walks and picnics. Dogs are not allowed on the Island though.
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Brownsea Island
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This is great day out for everyone especially families. Take one of the pleasure boats from Sandbanks Ferry terminal across to this beautiful island inhabited by lots of wildlife including peacocks and the rare red squirrel. Lovely for walks and picnics. Dogs are not allowed on the Island though.
Studland is a great place to visit for beaches, and walks and a stop at the local Bankes Arms for a bite to eat. You can pay for parking here and take a long walk across the stunning Purbecks with incredible views across Poole Bay and Old Harry Rocks.
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Studland Bay
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Studland is a great place to visit for beaches, and walks and a stop at the local Bankes Arms for a bite to eat. You can pay for parking here and take a long walk across the stunning Purbecks with incredible views across Poole Bay and Old Harry Rocks.
A lovely town to walk around with beautiful the beautiful Priory, boutiques, cafes and restaurants.
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Christchurch
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A lovely town to walk around with beautiful the beautiful Priory, boutiques, cafes and restaurants.
Hop on the ferry, by car or by foot, across to Studland where there are beautiful and less touristy beaches. Or take a walk on the Purbecks and stop for refreshments or lunch at the Bankes Arms Pub.
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Sandbanks Terminal station
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Hop on the ferry, by car or by foot, across to Studland where there are beautiful and less touristy beaches. Or take a walk on the Purbecks and stop for refreshments or lunch at the Bankes Arms Pub.
A vibrant and buzzing quay with many eateries from casual coffee shops to upmarket restaurants and plenty of pubs and wine bars.
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Λιμάνι του Πουλ
The Quay
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A vibrant and buzzing quay with many eateries from casual coffee shops to upmarket restaurants and plenty of pubs and wine bars.

Eating Further Afield

Perfect to stop for lunch and drink if you have taken the ferry across from Sandbanks. Fab views across Poole Bay. Pay for parking here and take a breathtaking walk across the Purbecks
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Bankes Arms Inn Studland
Manor Road
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Perfect to stop for lunch and drink if you have taken the ferry across from Sandbanks. Fab views across Poole Bay. Pay for parking here and take a breathtaking walk across the Purbecks

Family attractions

About a 40 min drive from Bournemouth, this is a theme park that offers lots of fun rides to adults and younger children alike. Set in lovely grounds with plenty of space for picnicking.
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Paultons Park Σπίτι του Peppa Pig World
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About a 40 min drive from Bournemouth, this is a theme park that offers lots of fun rides to adults and younger children alike. Set in lovely grounds with plenty of space for picnicking.