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Bournemouth Tourist Attractions, Amusements,
Theme Parks, Walks, Viewpoints, Zoos, etc
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This page covers
general Tourist Attractions, including Amusement Parks,
Boat Trips,
Theme Parks, Specialist Shops, factory shops and outlet
villages, Guided Walks, Country Parks,
Viewpoints, Zoos and wildlife parks, etc.
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We know that not all the
attractions in Bournemouth are listed. Please help us
make this guide comprehensive by giving details of
missing attractions
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Children from age 6 to 13 learn road safety
awareness by driving real, junior sized,
petrol driven cars around mock up road
circuits.
Drivers operate steering wheel, accelerator and brake to find
their way around a course which will include
traffic lights, roundabouts and junctions.
Children learn to recognise hazards, be
considerate to other drivers and get a better
idea of how drivers perceive situations.
There's a real emphasis on safety - all
drivers and passengers wear seat belts and
helmets. Jumicar
helps to ensure that children know how to act
responsibly and safely in road traffic. Our
trained team provide full instruction.
The centre is close to Bournemouth
International Airport at Hurn.
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BOURNEMOUTH THEATRES
Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road,
Bournemouth, BH2 5BH
The Pavilion Theatre, Westover Road,
Bournemouth, BH1 2BX
The Pier Theatre, Bournemouth
Box Office: 0870 111 3000 Minicom:
01202 454804
Web:
www.bic.co.uk
The south's premier entertainment venue for the
whole family. Seasonal Ice Skating, festive
pantomime, summer season spectaculars, regular
rock and pop concerts, opera and ballet, kids
shows much, much more.
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Bournemouth Pier Arcade
Bournemouth Pier, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AA
Tel: 01202 451791
E-mail:
enquiries@bournemouth.gov.uk
The latest and best in video and slot machines
at Bournemouth Pier... Modern video games - race
head to head in lifelike car and horse racing
simulators! Can you handle the rush of Rapid
River Racer! The sheer exhilaration of jet
skiing - without going in the water! All the
best slot machines and one armed bandits
including an over-18s area with 15 cash
jackpots! Coin pushers, cranes, air hockey and
children's rides!
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ADVENTURE WONDERLAND
Merritown Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6BA
Tel/Fax: 01202 483444
E-mail:
info@adventurewonderland.co.uk
Web:
www.adventurewonderland.co.uk
Inspired by Lewis Carroll's world-famous
stories, the Alice in Wonderland Family Park is
the perfect place for younger children to enjoy
a unique day out. Seven acres of landscaped park
have been magically transformed and here you'll
meet Alice and her extraordinary friends. In the
park there’s fun and games galore with
attractions including: Giant jumbo ride, space
orbiter, caterpillar train, teacup ride, Caucus
Race, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, junior
go-karts, astroslide, bouncy castle, farmyard
animals and one of Europe’s largest hedge mazes
(with an Alice theme, of course) and it’s all
included in the entry price! During the summer
season the Park has events and entertainers
every weekday to add to the fun of the day.
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Brownsea Island
Poole Harbour, BH13 7EE
Tel: 01202 707744 Fax: 01202
701635
E-mail:
boscastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
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Atmospheric island of heath and woodland.
The island was privately owned until acquired
by the Trust in 1962, and is now a haven for
red squirrels and a rich variety of seabirds.
Part of the island is leased as a nature
reserve to the Dorset Wildlife Trust.
There are many fine walks and spectacular
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Brownsea Island -
Photo:
Gareth
CCL |
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DEFRA – Rural Affairs
Tel: 08459 335577
E-mail:
helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Web:
countrywalks.defra.gov.uk
More than 1800 walks etc in the United Kingdom.
Simply select your destination and you will be
rewarded with mini guides and map references to
help you explore the countryside at your
leisure.
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Bourne Valley Greenway
C/O Catherine Annetts, Interpretation &
Information Officer, Dorset Countryside, Parks
and Countryside, Civic Offices, Bridge Street,
Christchurch, BH23 3QL
Tel: 01202 495098 Fax:
01202 495110
E-mail:
c.annetts@dorsetcc.gov.uk
Web:
www.bournestreampartnership.org.uk
The Bourne Valley Greenway has been developed by
Greenlink and runs continuously for 6.5km from
Bournemouth Town Centre through Bourne Valley,
Talbot Heath and along Bourne Bottom to the open
countryside of Canford Heath, north of Poole.
The Greenway serves a large population and
offers a quiet, safe and tranquil alternative to
the surrounding busy roads. The route follows an
existing green corridor packed with both
naturally beautiful heath and delightfully
crafted formal gardens.
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Bournemouth - Free Guided
Walks
Visitor Information Bureau, Westover Road,
Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2BU
Tel: 01202 451700
E-mail:
info@bournemouth.co.uk
Web:
www.bournemouth.co.uk
Come along on our free guided walks and discover
Bournemouth's history. All walks depart from the
Visitor Information Bureau, Westover Road,
Bournemouth. The tours concentrate on the Town
Centre except Wednesdays which explore the West
Cliff. The walks cover about 1.5 miles and take
approximately 90 minutes. Parties of 10 or more
by arrangement. Organised and promoted by
Bournemouth.
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The Stour Valley Way
Bournemouth Council, Town Hall, Bourne Avenue,
Bournemouth. BH2 6DY
Tel: 01202 451451 Fax: 01202
451000 Minicom: 01202
454728
E-mail:
enquiries@bournemouth.gov.uk
Web:
www.bournemouth.gov.uk
A 23 mile footpath following the valley of the
River Stour from Christchurch to Sturminster
Marshall.
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The Meadows Walk
Bournemouth Council, Town Hall, Bourne Avenue,
Bournemouth. BH2 6DY
Tel: 01202 451451 Fax: 01202
451000 Minicom: 01202
454728
E-mail:
enquiries@bournemouth.gov.uk
Web:
www.bournemouth.gov.uk
A walk through part of the Stour Valley Nature
Reserve.
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The Wilderness Way
Bournemouth Council, Town Hall, Bourne Avenue,
Bournemouth. BH2 6DY
Tel: 01202 451451 Fax: 01202
451000 Minicom: 01202
454728
E-mail:
enquiries@bournemouth.gov.uk
Web:
www.bournemouth.gov.uk
A walk through part of the Stour Valley Nature
Reserve.
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Stream, Heath & Woodland
Walk
Bournemouth Council, Town Hall, Bourne Avenue,
Bournemouth. BH2 6DY
Tel: 01202 451451 Fax: 01202
451000 Minicom: 01202
454728
E-mail:
enquiries@bournemouth.gov.uk
Web:
www.bournemouth.gov.uk
A self-guided trail incorporating Bournemouth
Gardens, Coy Pond, Talbot Heath, Pug's Hole and
Meyrick Park Golf Course.
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The Chines of Bournemouth
and Poole
Bournemouth Council, Town Hall, Bourne Avenue,
Bournemouth. BH2 6DY
Tel: 01202 451451 Fax: 01202
451000 Minicom: 01202
454728
E-mail:
enquiries@bournemouth.gov.uk
Web:
www.bournemouth.gov.uk
A self-guided trail incorporating Alum,
Branksome and Branksome Dene Chines.
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Oceanarium
Pier Approach, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AA
Tel: 01202 311993
E-mail:
info@oceanarium.co.uk
Web:
www.oceanarium.co.uk
Ever wondered what a puffer fish looks like,
wanted to stroll along a seabed of
shark-infested waters or come face to face with
a shoal of hungry piranhas in the heart of the
Amazon rainforest? Well those are just a few of
the wet and wild experiences on offer at the
Bournemouth Oceanarium. The Oceanarium offers
visitors the chance of a voyage of discovery
through oceans and rivers!
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Monkey World Ape Rescue
Centre
Longthorns, Wareham, Dorset BH20 6HH
Tel: 01929 462537 Fax:
01929 405414
E-mail:
APES@APE-RESCUE.ORG
Web:
www.monkeyworld.org
Located approximately 20 miles from the centre
of Bournemouth is Monkey World, whose mission is
to assist governments to stop the smuggling of
primates from the wild. At the Centre the
refugees of this barbaric trade are
rehabilitated into natural living groups.
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