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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.…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Kings Park
Kings Park is a large park in Boscombe on the outskirts of Bournemouth. The park got its name in 1902 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The park on the opposite side of the A338 was named Queens Park the same year. The park is a great place to take young children as…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Farmer Palmer’s
Farmer Palmer’s markets itself as a farm park. And it is, indeed, much more than just a farm. As well as enabling young children to get up close to farm animals, there are plenty of other, animal themed attractions for them to enjoy. Including a whole host of indoor attractions. So it is a great…
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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. Lemur Landings has recently installed a range of new, interactive features, bringing a interactive, ‘gamified’ play element. It…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth with Babies and Toddlers – Mini Movers
Mini Movers is a danced based session introducing toddlers to the world of movement and dance. The classes take place on Friday mornings at Pavilion Dance South West in central Bournemouth. How to get to Pavilion Dance South West Pavilion Dance South West is located to the rear (overlooking Bournemouth Gardens) of Bournemouth Pavilion. The…
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101 Things to do in Bournemouth – Mudeford
The village of Mudeford sits on the mouth of Christchurch Harbour. The area is split into two by the harbour mouth. On one side is Mudeford Quay, a quaint, working fishing quay. On the other is Mudeford Sandbank, where the golden sandy beach is lined with mega expensive beach huts. How to get to Mudeford…
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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 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: Talbot Village (St Marks Church Hall) Bearwood (Community Centre) Broadstone (URC Hall) Christchurch (Burton & Winkton Community Centre) We attended a session at the United Reform Church Hall in…
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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 There are two weekly session at Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre at Stour Valley Nature…
