local area

Close to the New Forest and the buzz of Bournemouth, Hoburne Park offers everything from jaw-dropping beaches to country retreats for cream teas, real locals’ pubs, and sumptuous restaurants.

On the cusp of Dorset and Hampshire, both distinctive counties are yours to carve out favourite haunts. Along the miles of coastline, you’ll find your own corner of beach, your preferred shop in Bournemouth or Christchurch, your little haven away from the ‘humdrum’ of home.

Take the family to Oceanarium Bournemouth or Alice in Wonderland theme park and see their smiles grow even bigger!

Bournemouth Oceanarium - Pier Approach, Bournemouth. Tel: 01202 311993

The National Motor Museum Palace House and Gardens - Beaulieu, Brockenhurst Hampshire SO42 7ZN. Tel: 01590 612345 

Paultons Park - The number one family day out - Ower near Romsey Hampshire. Tel: 023 8081 4455

Adventure Wonderland Family Park - Dorset's Top visitor Attraction 2003 on the A338 opposite Bournemouth Airport. Tel: 01202 483444

Bulbury Woods Golf Club - Bulbury Lane, Lytchett Minster, Poole Dorset BH16 6HR Tel: 01929 459574

Crane Valley Golf Club - Verwood Dorset BH31 7LE Tel: 01202 814088