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Poole Harbour (the second largest natural harbour in the world), Sandbanks (one of the most expensive beaches in the world), Brownsea Island (where Baden-Powell held the first Scout camp in 1907), and a Dorset port of extraordinary natural and social significance
A little history
Poole Harbour is the second largest natural harbour in the world — only Sydney is larger. Sandbanks peninsula has become notorious for extraordinarily expensive property. Brownsea Island, in the harbour mouth, is where Robert Baden-Powell held the first Scout camp in 1907. The town was a major medieval and Victorian port.
Brownsea Island (NT) is excellent — the Scout camp heritage, the red squirrels and the sea views. Sandbanks beach for the extraordinary property and the beach. Poole Quay for the harbour atmosphere. The Poole Museum is free.
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Poole has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. Sandbanks has upmarket food. The Quay has good seafood. Local Dorset produce throughout.
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Poole Harbour (the second largest natural harbour in the world), Sandbanks (one of the most expensive beaches in the world), Brownsea Island (where Baden-Powell held the first Scout camp in 1907), and a Dorset port of extraordinary natural and social significance Roam surfaces the hidden gems that make Poole worth exploring.
Poole has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. Sandbanks has upmarket food. The Quay has good seafood. Local Dorset produce throughout. Download Roam free to discover Poole's food scene.
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Poole is one of Dorset's major commercial centres. Independent food is strong. Sandbanks and harbour tourism drive significant economic activity. List your Poole business on Roam to reach local customers in Dorset.
Roam covers all of Poole including Sandbanks, Parkstone, Canford Cliffs, Branksome, Hamworthy. Brownsea Island (NT) is excellent — the Scout camp heritage, the red squirrels and the sea views. Sandbanks beach for the extraordinary property and the beach. Poole Quay for the harbour atmosphere. The Poole Museum is free.
