Experience Poole by Coach
The 2011 Poole Coach and Group Travel Guide is available now, encouraging coach drivers and group organisers to think of Poole for a day trip when planning excursions to the South of England.
As Europe's largest natural harbour, with a unique mix of fascinating history, top attractions, shopping, a bustling Quay and Britain's best beaches, Poole is a superb destination for groups.
Coach drivers are guaranteed a warm welcome with a drop off point in the heart of the action right on Poole Quay with breath taking views of Brownsea Island and the Purbeck Hills, offering easy access to all activities and attractions as well as FREE coach parking.
The guide includes suggested full and half day itineraries that capitalise on many Poole jewels including the bustling continental Quayside packed with restaurants, bars and shops.
2011 sees the launch of the new Poole Quay Experience - a three hour guided tour specially designed for groups which takes them through Poole's maritime past full of Pirates and the infamous scourge of the Spanish, Harry Paye. At Poole Museum see the stunning archaeology, art and the world-wide impact of the unique Pottery that bears the town's name. Take a one-hour cruise through Poole Harbour and the Dorset coast for unique views of Brownsea Island, Sandbanks and Old Harry Rocks. Finish at Poole Pottery and experience a personal demonstration of hand throwing and pottery before enjoying the shop and café. Alternatively visitors can:
take a Poole Harbour cruise to Brownsea Island, described by Bill Oddie as "the best place for seeing wildlife in Dorset" on AutumnWatch - home to the Scouting movement and with a resident population of rare red squirrels and sika deer.
directly opposite the drop off point is Eileen Soper's Illustrated Worlds where the world of Enid Blyton is brought to life - it's awfully good fun!
Relax and soak up the harbour scene with the best waterside dining on Poole's bustling quayside with everything from traditional pubs and the freshest fish and chips to continental style cafes
take the Cockle Trail self guided walk around Poole Quay and the Old Town to see more of Poole's rich merchant past or browse in the many independent shops
Shop in comfort at the under cover Dolphin Shopping Centre with over one hundred shops, from High Street favourites to bespoke stores such as Beales and Animal
see the hottest theatre, cinema, concert and comedy at Lighthouse - the largest arts centre outside London.
travel the world from Italy to Japan at Compton Acres, the South's best privately owned gardens.
The brochure highlights a range of coach driver incentives and special group promotions from group friendly attractions and restaurants in the town.
Samantha Gaskell, Tourism Marketing Manager. "Poole is a fantastic place for group visitors. There is a huge variety and choice from world famous pottery to browsing the small independent shops of the Old Town or the beauty and calm of Compton Acres. Visiting couldn't be easier with drop off points directly on Poole's quayside and free coach parking, there is something for everyone."
Group and Travel Organisers who would like to receive a copy of this fantastic can download a copy of the new guide or contact Poole Tourism on 01202 262536 or email: tourism@pooletourism.com for a copy to be sent to them.
