Discover our experience at Ember Haus, Litton Lakes' lakeside sauna retreat, where wood-fired heat, cold water immersion and beautiful Dorset countryside create a truly memorable wellness experience.
Curious about sound baths? Discover what a sound bath actually feels like and where to try one across Dorset, from Bournemouth and Poole to Bridport, Weymouth, Wimborne and Dorchester. We’ve rounded up local practitioners, gong baths, crystal bowl sessions and more unusual experiences, including sauna sound baths and sessions in beautiful Dorset settings.
A new independent gym is set to open in Wimborne in January 2027. Hills Gym plans to bring a 7,000 sq ft training space to the town, with equipment for strength, cardio and functional fitness. The family-owned business says the gym is being designed for people taking their first steps into fitness as well as...
Discover Poole Harbour Watersports with essential information on lessons, equipment hire, opening times, shop facilities and the Shore Road watersports school. Based in Lilliput, the independent specialist stocks paddleboards, windsurfing and wing-foiling equipment, wetsuits, kayaks, surf gear and watersports accessories. Its seasonal school operates beside Poole Harbour, offering lessons and hire subject to weather and tides. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced watersports enthusiast, Poole Harbour Watersports provides equipment, tuition and local advice.
Discover Rockley in Poole with essential information on watersports, activity centres, children’s holiday camps, RYA sailing courses, equipment hire and booking. Rockley operates from Rockley Point and Poole Park, offering activities including dinghy sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, windsurfing, canoeing and multi-activity sessions. Established in 1976, the family-run company caters for children, adults, schools and families, with everything from one-hour taster sessions and pedalos to structured sailing courses and residential watersports programmes.
Discover the best saunas in Dorset, from wood-fired beach saunas overlooking the Jurassic Coast to peaceful woodland retreats and unique floating sauna experiences. Explore seaside saunas in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole, Swanage, Weymouth and Lyme Regis, alongside countryside escapes near Wareham and Litton Lakes. Whether you're looking for a relaxing wellness experience, invigorating sea dip or private sauna session with friends, our Dorset sauna guide brings together some of the county's most interesting places to unwind.
Discover the best spa hotels in Dorset, from luxury country-house retreats to stylish coastal escapes in Bournemouth and Christchurch. Whether you're planning a romantic spa weekend, a relaxing spa day with friends or a family-friendly getaway, explore eight beautiful hotels offering swimming pools, indulgent treatments, thermal facilities and memorable dining experiences. Find your perfect Dorset spa break, including THE NICI, Summer Lodge, Christchurch Harbour Hotel and more.
Parkruns are free, weekly 5k events that bring local communities together every Saturday morning. Across Bournemouth and Poole, parkruns take place in parks, woodland and coastal landscapes, offering something for everyone, whether you prefer flat routes, trail paths or scenic challenges. Here’s our guide...
Take on one of the South Coast’s most scenic running events when the Bournemouth Bay Run returns in 2027. Starting near Pier Approach, the annual event is expected to offer a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and 1K Kids Fun Run along Bournemouth’s famous seafront. The official 2027 date, entry fees and race schedule have not yet been announced. Find the latest event information and what runners can expect from the next Bournemouth Bay Run.
Bournemouth parkrun is a free weekly 5K for runners, joggers and walkers at Kings Park. Taking place every Saturday at 9am, it welcomes experienced runners, complete beginners, families and anyone wanting a more active start to the weekend. Here is everything you need to know about the course, registration, parking, public transport and current participation rules.
Park Yoga Poole 2026 takes place every Sunday from 3 May to 13 September, offering free outdoor yoga sessions in the beautiful surroundings of Poole Park. Open to all ages and abilities, the friendly one-hour classes are ideal for beginners and experienced participants alike. No booking is required, so simply bring a mat or towel, some water and enjoy a relaxed morning of movement, mindfulness and community wellbeing.
Take on one of Dorset's most popular running weekends at Run Bournemouth 2026. Held on 10 and 11 October, the festival features the Bournemouth Half Marathon, Supersonic 10K, Supernova 5K and junior races along Bournemouth's stunning coastline. With spectacular sea views, a lively event atmosphere and distances for all abilities, Run Bournemouth is a highlight of the Dorset sporting calendar and attracts thousands of runners and supporters each year.
The Wild Swimming Festival 2027 returns to Swanage on 17-18 July for a weekend of guided coastal swims, water-safety talks, live music and outdoor adventure. The festival village is free to attend, while visitors can separately book experiences including beginner swimming sessions, paddleboarding, snorkelling, seafront sauna visits and guided swims around some of Dorset’s most recognisable coastal landmarks.
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