Bournemouth: family

Exbury Gardens

There are over 20 miles of pathways, three woods and parkland to explore, and surprises lying await behind every corner.

New Forest National Park

There's something for everyone in the New Forest, whether you want to relax, explore or enjoy the surroundings.

Swanage

Swanage marks the Eastern end of the world famous Jurassic Coast.

ABC Cinema

Catch a film on the largest screen in the area at the ABC cinema.

Go Ape

Tree top adventure at Moors Valley Country Park with new crossings for 2011.

Odeon Cinema

Take in a movie at Odeon's six screen cinema in the heart of Bournemouth.

Blue Pool

One of Dorset's best loved attractions since 1935, set north of the Purbeck Hills between Wareham and Corfe Castle off the A351.

Empire Cinema

Empire is soon to become one of the largest cinemas in the UK, with sixteen screens.

Monkey World

A 65 acre park in the heart of the Dorset countryside. It's home to over 230 rescued monkeys and apes of 15 different species.

Farmer Palmers

A farm park for children 8 years and under and their families.

Compton Acres

The South's finest privately owned historic gardens.

United Ferry

River cruises and frequent vintage ferry service between Tuckton Tea Gardens, Wick Ferry, Christchurch Quay and Mudeford Sandbank for the beach and Hengistbury Head.

Kingston Lacy

Elegant country mansion set in attractive formal gardens and extensive parkland.

Paultons Park

Family theme park in the New Forest, Hampshire.

Dorset Heavy Horse Centre

Daily attractions include free wagon rides, educational shows, tractor and trailer rides, miniature pony and cart rides.

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