-
101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Seafood & Sounds
Seafood & Sounds is, as the name suggests, a festival combining seafood and live music, which takes place each September in and around Poole Quay. How to get to Seafood & Sounds Poole is 6 miles west of Bournemouth along the A338/A35. Poole Quay is just to the south of the town centre. By Bus…
-
101 Things to do in Bournemouth – English Oak Vineyard
English Oak Vineyard is located in the heart of the Dorset countryside, just 6 miles north of Poole. The 23 acre vineyard has been named the sixth most beautiful vineyard in Europe. Here, they grow grapes to produce Méthode Champenoise wines. During the summer, they offer vineyard tours culminating in sampling of the sparkling produce.…
-
101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Lemur Landings
Lemur Landings is a large soft play area for children aged 11 and under. It is on the outskirts of Poole in the Tower Park Leisure Complex, which also has a range of other activities and restaurants. How to get to Lemur Landings Tower Park is located around 5 miles north west of Bournemouth, just…
-
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.…
-
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…
-
101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride
Each spring, distinguished gentlemen (and gentlewomen) don their finest apparel to ride their motorbikes in the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. This global event takes place at over a thousand locations across the world, with one of the largest global rallies here in Bournemouth. Worldwide, last year saw over 100,000 riders take part across around 1000 cities.…
-
101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Wriggle & Rhyme
Wriggle & Rhyme sessions are free 30 minute long interactive sessions for babies and toddlers and their parents or carers. The sessions, which are run by library staff, are aimed at children under 2 years of age. There are a total of 34 sessions on offer weekly in libraries across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The…
-
101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Toddler Time
Toddler Time sessions are free interactive sessions for toddlers and their parents or carers. The sessions, which are run by library staff, are aimed at children under 5 years of age. There are a total of 11 sessions on offer weekly in libraries across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The sessions are a great way to…
-
101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – The Hideout
There are several soft play venues in and around Bournemouth. A recent addition, opening in December 2023, is The Hideout in Canford Heath on the outskirts of Poole. This friendly, family run soft play area and café quickly became a firm favourite with us. How to get to The Hideout The Hideout is located at The…
-
101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers (2025)
In addition to my blog on 101 Things to do in Bournemouth, as I have recently become a grandma, I am embarking on a new project; 101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers. I shall be putting together a series of blogs on local events and activities which are particularly suitable for…
Jane's Midlife Journey 