Cheryl's Guidebook
Food scene
We recommend that you book all restaurants in advance where possible in order to avoid disappointment. It does tend to become extremely busy during peak periods.
Good food, great service, lovely views. Enjoy a meal or sip a cocktail..
120 locals recommend
Rick Stein, Sandbanks
10-14 Banks RdGood food, great service, lovely views. Enjoy a meal or sip a cocktail..
Great terrace to enjoy a drink and watch the sun go down. Pleasant dinning.
32 locals recommend
Harbour Heights Hotel
73 Haven RdGreat terrace to enjoy a drink and watch the sun go down. Pleasant dinning.
About 10-14 minute stroll towards Bournemouth from the annex. Situated on the waterfront. Great for seafood.
42 locals recommend
WestBeach
About 10-14 minute stroll towards Bournemouth from the annex. Situated on the waterfront. Great for seafood.
A short stroll from the annex. Good food with a sunny garden. Very popular. Always book for evening dining.
37 locals recommend
The Cliff
6 Ravine RdA short stroll from the annex. Good food with a sunny garden. Very popular. Always book for evening dining.
Loch Fyne Restaurant & Bar
47 Haven RdA 10 minute stroll from the annex.
South Deep
Turks LaneLovely food. Breakfast is a favourite here.
Sandbanks Hotel
15 Banks RdGreat place to have a drink and enjoy the view.
Jazz Cafe
28 Shore RdEntertainment of a weekend. Easy food or coffee. Beach side.
Rockets and Rascals
278 Sandbanks RdLovely little stop off for relaxed coffee or health snack.
COAST SURF/RIDE/SKATE
91 Salterns RdTrendy, cool, relaxed. Good coffee and breakfast.
Guildhall Tavern
15 Market StGreat food in Poole old town.
Great views . Good for drinks or lunch. Hop on Chain Ferry as a foot passenger.
92 locals recommend
Shell Bay Seafood Restaurant
Ferry RoadGreat views . Good for drinks or lunch. Hop on Chain Ferry as a foot passenger.
Bankes Arms Inn Studland
Manor RoadGreat for Sunday roast or drink.
Can be tricky to get a table. Always book in advance. Well worth the visit.
165 locals recommend
The Pig on the Beach
Manor RoadCan be tricky to get a table. Always book in advance. Well worth the visit.
A short stroll -10 mins from the annex. Ideal for a relaxed evening drink or Sunday roast
Inn In The Park
26 Pinewood RdA short stroll -10 mins from the annex. Ideal for a relaxed evening drink or Sunday roast
Coffee Saloon
9 Haven RdAmazing banana bread & good coffee. 10 minute walk from the annex .
Sports
The Watersports Academy
15 Banks RdGreat activity centre.
Shaka Surf Branksome
Branksome TowersLearn to surf
FC Watersports
15 Banks RdSightseeing
Corfe Castle
National Trust. Beautiful... Great cream tea too!
Studland
Changing coast line...
Few find the RNLI. Great for coffee and food. Fantastic views and supporting a charity.
8 locals recommend
RNLI College
West Quay RoadFew find the RNLI. Great for coffee and food. Fantastic views and supporting a charity.
Durdle Door
Beautiful island with Red Squirrels! Not vehicles and some lovely hidden beaches. Hope on the yellow boat at Sandbanks. Open air theatre events during the summer.
204 locals recommend
Brownsea Island
Beautiful island with Red Squirrels! Not vehicles and some lovely hidden beaches. Hope on the yellow boat at Sandbanks. Open air theatre events during the summer.
If your passionate about conservation.... an amazing place...
319 locals recommend
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre
LongthornsIf your passionate about conservation.... an amazing place...
Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
West Cliff PromenadeIf you enjoy the Arts..