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Poole Harbour Watersports: Lessons, Hire, Shop & Visitor Guide

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Poole Harbour Watersports: Lessons, Hire, Shop & Visitor Guide

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.

Rockley Poole: Watersports, Activities, Courses & Visitor Guide

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Rockley Poole: Watersports, Activities, Courses & Visitor Guide

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.

Top 5 Parkruns in Bournemouth & Poole

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Top 5 Parkruns in Bournemouth & Poole

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...

Bournemouth Bay Run 2027 | 21st March 2027

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Bournemouth Bay Run 2027 | 21st March 2027

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 at Kings Park

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Bournemouth Parkrun at Kings Park

Join Bournemouth Parkrun at Kings Park every Saturday morning. Discover the 5k route, what to expect, parking and why this free, friendly event is loved by runners, joggers and walkers of all abilities.

Park Yoga Poole: May - September 2026

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Park Yoga Poole: May - September 2026

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.

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  • Sunday 3rd May 2026
Run Bournemouth: 10th - 11th October 2026

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Run Bournemouth: 10th - 11th October 2026

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.

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The Wild Swimming Festival: 17th - 18th July 2027

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The Wild Swimming Festival: 17th - 18th July 2027

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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