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Bournemouth and surrounding areas such as Poole, Christchurch, Swanage, Wimborne, the New Forest, Beaulieu and the Isle of Purbeck have plenty to offer in terms of attractions. You can take your own transport to get to these attractions or you can avail of the services being offered by the railway and the local coach companies, which offers many daily tours.
Oceanarium
Pier Approach, Bournemouth .
Telephone: (01202) 311 993
E-Mail: oceanarium@reallive.co.uk
Located opposite the Pier and close to the Bournemouth International Centre , the Oceanarium is perhaps one of Bornemouth s best-known attractions. A visit to the Oceanarium will give you the chance to see what a puffer fish actually looks like, to venture up some of the most spectacular rivers on earth, or experience how coming face to face with a shoal of hungry piranhas in the heart of the Amazon rainforest feels like. The Oceanarium offers all that and much, much more.
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Alice in Wonderland Family Park
Merritown Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6BA
Tel/Fax: 01202 483 444
E-mail: alice@aliceinwonderlandpark.co.uk
Web: www.aliceinwonderlandpark.co.uk
The Alice in Wonderland Family Park is a seven-acre landscaped park inspired by the immortal stories penned by Lewis Carroll . It features one of Europe s largest hedge mazes, which, of course, has an Alice in Wonderland theme. There are fun and games aplenty inside the park, including the giant jumbo ride, space orbiter, caterpillar train, teacup ride, Caucus Race , indoor and outdoor playgrounds, junior go-karts, astro-slide, bouncy castle and farmyard animals. Just pay the entry price and you ll be able to enjoy all these and more. And for added fun, the park features events and entertainers every weekday during the summer season. These are the reasons why the Alice in Wonderland Family Park is the perfect place for younger children to enjoy a unique day out.
Bournemouth Pier Arcade
Bournemouth Pier, Bournemouth , Dorset, BH2 5AA
Tel: 01202 451 791
E-mail: enquiries@bournemouth.gov.uk
If video and slot and machines are your kind of thing, then the Bournemouth Pier Arcade is the right place for you. The arcade features the latest and the best in modern video games, including car and horse-racing simulators, Rapid River Racer , virtual jet skiing and a whole lot more. Also available are coin pushers, cranes and air hockey, as well as children's rides. The best in slot machines and one-armed bandits are also in the arcade, which has an over-18 area with 15 cash jackpots.
Leisure Centers and Swimming Pools
Keeping fit and healthy in Bournemouth is an easy thing to do, what with the many different venues offering a wide range of facilities and activities in the area, including the Littledown Centre , the Stokewood Leisure Centre , the Kinson Swimming Pool and the Sir David English Sports Centre .
Boredom Busters Playschemes
Want to see your kids stretch their athletic and artistic muscles through the various school holidays? Then get them involved with the Boredom Busters , which have built up an enviable reputation with generations of Bournemouth children. Boredom Busters is basically fun for kids, as they offer a broad range of games, activities and craft sessions to keep their young minds busy as the school holidays wear on, all right on your doorstep. You can pick Morning Playschemes and All Day Playdays for children aged 4 years 9 months to 12 years. And to further live up to its name, Boredom Busters also have entertainers and clowns at hand to keep spirits high and boredom at bay.
For bookings and payments, call Judith Shaw at 01202 437 810.
The buzzing nightlife of Bournemouth is not to be missed. Its strong student influence makes for a fun atmosphere where really anything could happen. Whilst in this mini holiday resort, why not try something completely new? Have you ever thought of going to a casino? This is a fun experience which can be enjoyed by all – you don’t need much money (though you can still certainly win some!), even students can enjoy a night at the tables! How to take best advantage of a night in the casinos though is to practise before going. This way, you know the rules and possibly even some tricks to help you o your way! You could arrange informal poker nights with friends or even play poker online. Being thoroughly prepared will give you the best start for your holiday!
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