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Saturday - 4th Sep
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Sunny Intervals
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19°C (66°F) |
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14°C (57°F) |
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Sunday - 5th Sep
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21°C (70°F) |
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15°C (59°F) |
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Monday - 6th Sep
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Heavy Rain
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19°C (66°F) |
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14°C (57°F) |
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The history of Poole is forever linked with its natural harbour, a place where ships can take refuge and trade their wares and from which a fishing industry which still persists today can flourish. Employed during World War II as the embarkation point of American troops to the Omaha Beach D Day landings, the importance of the harbour remains undiminished and forms the starting point for many boat trips around local areas and to the continent.
Historical buildings, once the focal point for the town's Maritime industries, are now popular tourist attractions at the Quay. Warehouses and Custom houses form bars and restaurants and the listed buildings and historic sites form the backdrop to a modern marina, from which boat trips can take passengers to Swanage, the River Frome and Brownsea Island. Situated south of the old town, the Quay forms an attractive addition to the many leisure sites and activities in the area. Within the old town of itself there are also many examples of the town's architectural history, the most iconic of which is the Guildhall which has seen various functions and is now a registry office. Prominent Victorian additions to the town include Poole Park, close to the harbour and town centre. Spanning 109 acres, the park is a conservation area with many activities and facilities enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. These include tennis courts, a cricket field and pavilion, a miniature golf course, and bowling green. There are also children's play areas, an indoor ice rink, and water sports such as rowing, kayaking, windsurfing, and sailing on the lake.
Water sports and seafaring activities are certainly popular and as well as all those available on the lake within the park, there are also many water sport options from the harbour and the bay, such as sailing, windsurfing and water skiing. This Dorset town is regarded as one of the premier sailing ports of the country and has many world class sailing facilities and events.
Many of the water sports are conducted form the beaches too and these are particularly popular family activities. The beaches stretch for 3 miles along the bay towards neighbouring Bournemouth and have been awarded the European Blue Flag for safety and cleanliness 21 times, more than any other seaside resort.
The seafront is home to many cafes, bars, restaurants and shops, and also to some of the best Poole hotel accommodations. Seaside hotels have a long history in Britain's coastal resorts and Poole is no exception. Some are grand Victorian buildings offering luxury, elegance and style, in addition to spacious well appointed rooms with wonderful sea views.
Other seaside options are small intimate family run establishments in which the personal service forms a part of the appeal. In either case, these particular hotels are well placed for individuals, couples and families to make the most of the beach and coastal attractions of one of the country's premier seaside resorts.
There are many excellent hotels within the town too, some of which celebrate the best of the town's architecture and history. A luxury accommodation establishment will have all the features expected from such establishments anywhere, such as room service and in-room entertainment options in state of the art visual and audio systems. Wireless internet access is also widely available.
As a town which has always thrived on business as well as commerce and tourism, many hotels will have a raft of contemporary business features, particularly in the international chains. There will be internet access and also likely access to workstations, PCs and meeting rooms. Both business and leisure visitors have no shortage of excellent Poole hotel options.
Many are well placed for all the attractions of the town and coast, whether for the Marina, the beaches or the most popular attractions and activities in the town itself. The town has a lively arts and music scene and is home to the largest Arts Centre complex outside the nation's capital. Called the Lighthouse, the centre comprises a cinema, theatre, studio and concert hall, home to the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. Another popular attraction in the town is the museum, in which the rich cultural history of the town and area is displayed.
There are also of course many opportunities for dining, socialising, and shopping within the town and some of the hotels are formed from traditional inns or coaching houses. These offer excellent accommodation in buildings full of character and they will almost always have a bar and lounge facility in which to enjoy a drink or some classic English pub food.
With a notable fishing history, seafood restaurants are of a very high standard in Poole, and there are other restaurants which cater for every taste. Most Poole hotel accommodations will have their own dining facilities in which to enjoy some of the local delicacies as well as traditional full English breakfasts, the perfect way to start any day of adventures in this delightful Dorset town.
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