About Poole

Poole is a coastal town and popular tourist destination in the county of Dorset in Southern England.With its bustling quay, natural harbour and stunning beaches, Poole is one of the South Coast's more popular destinations and this is reflected in the range of activities and attractions on offer. Its excellent restaurants and cafes offer everything from cakes to cod and a choice that takes in many continental flavours. Evening entertainment is varied with a choice that spans everything from shows and plays at the Brownsea Open Air Theatre or a quiet stroll around the National Gardens to Lighthouse, Poole's centre for the arts which hosts a varied programme of drama, music, comedy, dance, literature and art. If you simply want to shop until you drop then the many individual shops and Dolphin Shopping Centre should provide you with a varied choice.

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