Poole Dorset

★4.5(8 reviews)

P247+FP, Poole BH15 4AJ

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Compton Acres is a beautiful park and garden centre located in Poole, Dorset. The park features several themed gardens, including a Japanese garden, a Mediterranean garden, and a Heather garden, among others. Visitors can stroll through the gardens, take in the sights and sounds, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. The garden centre offers a wide range of plants, gardening supplies, and gifts, making it a great destination for gardening enthusiasts. Compton Acres also features a tea room serving a variety of refreshments, including sandwiches, cakes, and hot and cold drinks.

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8 reviews

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a year ago

Beautiful small town in the heart of Dorset located near the lake. Higly recommended for a daily visits.

a year ago

I love living here

2 years ago

Poole is a wonderful town both to visit and to live. The town centre has good shopping with a decent sized centre and a varied High St plus market stalls. The Quay is a great place for sightseeing and eateries, you'll be spoilt for choice and with a range of prices. Home to the largest natural harbour in Europe, there is plenty to see and so on or near the water including boat trips to Brownsea Island, around the Harbour or out to Old Harry Rocks and Swanage. There is plenty of parking available along the Quay and down to Baiter.

a year ago

Beautiful place to go to quays pubs boat trips

8 months ago

Okay

2 years ago

I live here

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Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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Good for kids

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