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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Science Zone
Science Zone primarily offers science based workshops to older children, but there are also sensory rooms and a dinosaur den in the basement for younger children. On our recent visit, we were unimpressed due to the poor state of the equipment (and the smell of damp) and I considered removing Science Zone from my list.…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Gulliver’s Farm Shop & Kitchen
Gulliver’s Farm consists of a café, farm shop and organic working farm providing support and opportunities to adults with varying support needs. As well as coming here to eat and shop, there are plenty of other activities on offer to keep families entertained. How to get to Gulliver’s Farm Gulliver’s Farm is 14 miles from…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – South Coast Wine Festival
The inaugural Dorset Wine Festival took place in 2024. The event, organised by wine loving entrepreneurs Simone and Mauro, was held at Highcliffe Castle over the first weekend in October. Inside the castle, there was an extensive range of wines to sample from producers hailing from a range of different countries. There was also live…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Play Street Dorset
Play Street Dorset is a Role Play Village with 12 different activity stations, which sets up at various locations in and around Bournemouth. Locations Locations include: We attended a session at the United Reform Church Hall in Broadstone. Opening Times During the week, there are two sessions a day: At weekends, there is one public…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Nature Tots
Nature Tots are outdoor Stay & Play sessions for toddlers held in parks across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The sessions provide young children with the opportunity to play outdoors and enjoy nature and wildlife through themed trails, activities and crafts. Locations Opening Times Price Suitable for age Nature Tots sessions are suitable for pre-school children.…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Redhill Park
For children, there is plenty to do in Redhill Park, with a large play area, a paddling pool and a cafe which runs weekly kids’ activities. In addition, you can explore nature in the adjoining Redhill Common. How to get to Redhill Park Redhill Park is located 3 miles north of central Bournemouth along the…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Little Treasures Village
Little Treasures Village is a role play village in the centre of Christchurch, where children can play in the shops, construction site, road and park of their own mini village. Note: Little Treasures Village is currently closed as it moves locations… How to get to Little Treasures Village Christchurch is located 5 miles east of…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Two Riversmeet Leisure Complex
Two Riversmeet is a Leisure Complex in Christchurch. It has 2 swimming pools and offers various activities and classes for children. It lies next to Riversmeet Greenspace, which offers yet more activities. How to get to 2 Riversmeet Two Riversmeet is in Christchurch, 5 miles east of Bournemouth along the A338/A35. The complex is near…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Stay & Play
Stay & Play sessions take place at local libraries offering children under 5 the opportunity play with the library’s collection of toys, games and puzzles. As well as books, of course. Orla loves visiting the library – lots of new books to read and toys to play with. Stay & Play is a great introduction…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Littledown Park
Littledown Park is a Green Flag awarded, dog free park situated 3 miles north east of central Bournemouth. The large (47 acre) park has two play areas and a paddling pool, as well as a lake, which is always teeming with ducks, and a miniature railway. Also within the park is Littledown Leisure Centre. How…
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