Attraction · Parkstone

Poole Park

A Victorian park built round a saltwater lake, with a miniature railway, play areas and flat paths, free to walk into.

Poole Park is the town's big Victorian green space, built around a saltwater lake fed from the harbour.

What is here

The lake for boating, a miniature railway, play areas, open grass and flat surfaced paths that take buggies and wheelchairs without trouble. Walkers and runners use it all year.

Where it is

Between the town centre and Parkstone, walkable from Poole station and served by Parkstone station at the other end.

Cost

Free to walk into. Boat hire and the railway are charged separately.

See parks and gardens and family fun.

Highlights

  • Saltwater boating lake fed from the harbour
  • Miniature railway
  • Play areas and open green space
  • Flat, surfaced paths suitable for buggies
  • Free to enter
  • Between the town centre and Parkstone
Common questions

Poole Park good to know

Is Poole Park free?

Yes, the park is free to enter. Individual activities such as boat hire and the miniature railway are charged separately.

Is there a boating lake at Poole Park?

Yes. The park is built around a saltwater lake fed from Poole Harbour, used for boating and bordered by the park's paths.

Can you walk a dog in Poole Park?

Yes, and it is popular for it. Check signage for any lead requirements, which apply in places to protect wildlife.

Is Poole Park good for young children?

Very. The miniature railway, the lake, the play areas and the flat paths make it one of the easiest family days out in the town, and the core of it costs nothing.

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Where to stay in Poole

Sandbanks hotels, harbourside flats a street back from the Quay and the quieter beds out at Hamworthy and Broadstone, with the areas each one suits.

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