Upper, Central and Lower Gardens have all been Green Flag winners since 1999 and run from Bournemouth pier to the boundary with Poole. The gardens are 3 kilometres long. They are all part of the Bourne Valley Greenway and are Listed Grade II in the English Heritage Register of Parks and Gardens. There are lots of activities and events taking place, or you can simply enjoy the scenery. Find out more about the history of the gardens here. This section of the gardens is quite short, it runs from the pier to the town centre, but there is always lots going on. Year-round attractions include mini golf, a bandstand, refreshment kiosks and Street food corner site, an aviary, and art exhibition.
Beautiful park, connecting Town Center to Bournemouth pier/Oceanarium. You can see small water stream, birds and cozy kids play area! The museum and the information center are on the opposite side of the park
Nice colourful tables! Staff were pleasant enough but the prices were extortionate. (Card payment only) Good spot overlooking the Big Wheel and just at the entrance to the gardens.
One of the most beautiful places I have visited, a short stroll from the gorgeous sands of Bournemouth beach. An oasis of beautiful flowers and greenery. There is an upper, lower and central garden. All truly amazing, well maintained and peaceful. Plenty of seating areas, cafes, even a bird avery. Definitely has a Central Park New York vibe, well worth a visit if in glorious Bournemouth.
A somewhat peaceful escape from the hubbub on the sea front - and only 3 min walk from the pier! We decided to come here seeking shade and somewhere to sit and eat our picnic. Wasn't disappointed as we found a largish green with a small river running through it. We sat on the grass in the shade of some large pine trees. There were lots of people tooing and froing, kids playing in the stream and an old guy feeding the birds. What's more - you could hear live music performed from atop the hill. The park is stunningly looked after and the array of flowers is nice to look at. If you are looking to escape the Bournemouth sea front, if only for a moment, I'd recommend this park.
Lovely park, very lively with many birds to watch.
The Park adjoins the Pier and together both function as the centre piece of the beach experience Bournemouth has to offer. There are lots of shops, big brands and not so big, coffee shops and restaurants around; and when the weather is right, there's even street food. Summer is the best time to visit. It does get crowded sometimes but the bustle, busking and flowing crowd to and from the beach more than make it worth the while. P.S there is electric scooter on hire.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Public toilet
Good for kids
Dog park
Dogs allowed
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Beautiful park, connecting Town Center to Bournemouth pier/Oceanarium. You can see small water stream, birds and cozy kids play area! The museum and the information center are on the opposite side of the park
Nice colourful tables! Staff were pleasant enough but the prices were extortionate. (Card payment only) Good spot overlooking the Big Wheel and just at the entrance to the gardens.
One of the most beautiful places I have visited, a short stroll from the gorgeous sands of Bournemouth beach. An oasis of beautiful flowers and greenery. There is an upper, lower and central garden. All truly amazing, well maintained and peaceful. Plenty of seating areas, cafes, even a bird avery. Definitely has a Central Park New York vibe, well worth a visit if in glorious Bournemouth.
A somewhat peaceful escape from the hubbub on the sea front - and only 3 min walk from the pier! We decided to come here seeking shade and somewhere to sit and eat our picnic. Wasn't disappointed as we found a largish green with a small river running through it. We sat on the grass in the shade of some large pine trees. There were lots of people tooing and froing, kids playing in the stream and an old guy feeding the birds. What's more - you could hear live music performed from atop the hill. The park is stunningly looked after and the array of flowers is nice to look at. If you are looking to escape the Bournemouth sea front, if only for a moment, I'd recommend this park.
Lovely park, very lively with many birds to watch.
The Park adjoins the Pier and together both function as the centre piece of the beach experience Bournemouth has to offer. There are lots of shops, big brands and not so big, coffee shops and restaurants around; and when the weather is right, there's even street food. Summer is the best time to visit. It does get crowded sometimes but the bustle, busking and flowing crowd to and from the beach more than make it worth the while. P.S there is electric scooter on hire.
