What's on in Poole - July
Welcome to the Diary for what's happening in Poole. Select the month of your choice below, to see what's on in Poole.
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very Tuesday in July
Coles Miller Dream Machines . Every Tuesday night from 6pm is "Dream Machine" night, where thousands of motorcycles gather along Poole Quay.
Click here for more information.
Every Friday in July
Rockley Park Quay For My Car . Every Friday night from 6pm is "Quay for my car" night, where collections of different vehicles gather along Poole Quay each Friday.
Click here for more information.
Friday 29 March - Saturday 31 August 2013 - Discover Poole - Guided Walks of Poole Old Town and Quay
Poole Quay, Poole, BH15 1HJ
Guided walks of Poole Old Town and Quay. Join our tour guide to discover more about Poole's heritage and historical buildings.
Walks start daily Monday - Saturday at 11.30am and 2pm, lasting 1 and 1/4 hours.
Adults £4 - Seniors / Students £3 - Children (under 16) FREE
Meet outside Poole Welcome Centre, Poole Quay - Book tickets at the Welcome Centre, or just turn up on the day.
For further information, visit www.facebook.com/discoverpoole, Tel: 07720654744 or e-mail :discoverpoole@hotmail.co.uk.
Tuesday 2 July 2013 - Swanage Railway Cream Tea Special
Swanage Railway, Station House, Swanage, BH19 1HB
Enjoy a luxurious cream tea whilst travelling through the Purbeck countryside on board the Wessex Belle dining train. The one hour trips depart from Swanage Station at 14:25 and are simply the best way to see Dorset's rolling hills. Advance booking advised.
Costs £14 per person and tables are booked for 2,3 or 4 people.
The service runs on selected Tuesday's throughout the year - 2 July & 3 September.
To book visit www.swanagerailwaytickets.co.uk/
Tel: 01929 425800
Saturday 6 - Sunday 7 July 2013 - Sandbanks Beach Volleyball Festival 2013
Sandbanks Beach, Poole, BH13 7PS
From 9am.
Experience the thrill of competition amongst some of the UK's finest beach volleyball players who'll be vying to improve their rankings on the world stage. This is Britain's biggest, free beach volleyball tournament.
Sunday 7 July 2013 - Sunday Scone Fest
Brownsea Island
Freshly baked delights await you in our cafe garden. Come along to the Villano Cafe Garden where there will be a marquee and live music. Try a variety of sweet and savoury scones, preserves and teas. You can also buy items to enjoy with your friends and family at home.
Free event but normal boat fares and admission fees apply. National Trust members free entry. 10.30am - 4pm. Please call the office 01202707744 or check the website for more details - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island
Friday 12 - Saturday 13 July 2013 - British Beach Polo Championships 2013
Sandbanks Beach, Poole, BH13 7PS
THE POLO
The matches are fast and furious, and the extra-large orange ball, designed not to get lost in the sand, flies around at speeds of up to 100mph..
The Guardian
Polo played in an enclosed arena has been referred to as ˜Ice Hockey on Horse Back. Spectators are close to the action “ they can fully appreciate the horsemanship, speed and gladiatorial nature of Polo. The polo ponies love the sand - they can accelerate and stop fast and can turn extremely sharply. The thrill and excitement of horses galloping on the sand with the English Channel as a backdrop, whilst sipping champagne amongst glamorous company, is a vision to remember “ an intoxicating mix. Polo players engage with the sponsors and spectators both on and off the pitch.
THE LOCATION
"Only one sport is glamorous enough for the platinum peninsula of Sandbanks"
The Times
The infamous Peninsular extends out across Poole Harbour on the scenic Dorset coast. It boasts
upmarket luxurious homes and pristine ˜Blue Flag" beaches. Poole is easily accessible with a fast rail connection(100 minutes direct from London Waterloo), good road access (30 minutes from Southampton) and 2 International airports within 45 minutes.
Saturday 13 July 2013 - Wild Art Workshop
Brownsea Island
Come along to this workshop and create your own wild art on Brownsea Island. Led by a tutor, you will be able to explore and experiment with land art, creating your very own masterpiece using what nature has left around you. Booking essential, limited spaces.
Price £5, normal boat fares and admission fees apply. National Trust members free entry. 11am-1pm & 2pm -4pm.. Please call the office 01202 707744 or check the website for more details - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island
Saturday 20 July 2013 - Evening bat walk and picnic on Brownsea Island
Brownsea Island
Enjoy a summer evening on the island with a picnic. A member of our Ranger team will take you on a walk to discover more about our nocturnal wildlife. Bring your own picnic, booking is essential, limited spaces.
rice £10. Please call the office 01202707744 or check the website for more details - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island
Saturday 20 July - Sunday 1 September 2013 - Summer holidays nature trail on Brownsea Island
Brownsea Island
Explore the wildife of Brownsea Island on this amazing nature trail. Get close to the ground of the heathland, explore woodland trees, scour beaches and much more. This free fun trail will be available from the visitor centre daily throughout the summer holidays.
Free event but normal boat fares and admission fees apply. National Trust members free entry. 10.30am - 4pm. Please call the office 01202707744 or check the website for more details - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island
Tuesday 23 July 2013 - Mini beast safaris during the summer holidays
Brownsea Island
Every Tuesday 23 July - 27 August 2013.
Meet in the courtyard where your guide will lead you on this great adventure. Discover the beasts and insects that live on the island and see how many you can spot with your special safari kit. Booking advisable, safaris will run every Tuesday throughout the summer holidays. Free event but normal boat fares and admission fees apply. National Trust members free entry. 11.15am-12pm & 2.30-3.15.
Please call the office 01202 707744 or check the website for more details - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island
Wednesday 24 June - Thursday 25 June 2013 - French Evenings at Guildhall
Guildhall Tavern, 15 Market Street, Poole, BH15 1NB
The Guildhall Restaurant hosts popular regular French evenings which give the chance to sample delicious specialities of France with a special menu, live music and a French quiz. Immerse yourself in French culture in a fun evening with great atmosphere.
Call us now to make a table reservation : 01202 671717
http://www.guildhalltavern.co.uk/events.html
Wednesday 24 July - Friday 2 August 2013 - Brownsea Open Air Theatre - A Midsummer Night's Dream
Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole, BH13 7EE
Theseus, Duke of Athens, and Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons are to be married and great celebrations are planned.
Egeus brings his rebellious daughter Hermia in front of the Duke. Egeus wants her to marry Demetrius but Hermia is refusing, because she's in love with Lysander. The Duke orders Hermia to obey her father or, according to Athenian law, she must face a death penalty or enter a convent.
Hermia and Lysander decide to elope that night. They confide in their friend Helena. However, she's secretly in love with Demetrius so, hoping to win his affection, she tells him of Hermia's plan. That night, all four lovers set out into the forest.
http://www.brownsea-theatre.co.uk/tickets/production/a-midsummer-nights-dream.aspx
Thursday 25 July 2013 - Summer Breeze with Fireworks on the Quay
Poole Quay
Summer Breeze on the Quay takes place on Thursday 25th July and then every Thursday in August on Poole Quay from 7pm. The event welcomes thousands of revellers who enjoy live music, street entertainment, family activities, special themed nights and a fantastic fireworks finale at 10 pm.
Saturday 27 - Sunday 29 July 2013 - Festival of archaeology
Brownsea Island
Join us for a weekend of archaeology on Brownsea Island. There will be an exhibition, guided walks, a mock dig, log boat building and launch, clay modelling and bone identificaiton. Booking essential for guided walks.
Free event but normal boat fares and admission fees apply. National Trust members free entry. 10.30am - 4pm. Please call the office 01202707744 or check the website for more details - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island
Monday 29 July 2013 - The Big Den Build on Brownsea
Brownsea Island
Come and join our ranger team as they show you the best ways to build a shelter using only nature's materials. Booking essential, limited spaces.
£2, normal boat fares and admission fees apply. National Trust members free entry. 11am-1pm & 2pm-4pm Call office to book 01202707744 - W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island
Tuesday 30 July 2013 - Mini beast safaris during the summer holidays
Brownsea Island
Every Tuesday 23 July - 27 August 2013.
Meet in the courtyard where your guide will lead you on this great adventure. Discover the beasts and insects that live on the island and see how many you can spot with your special safari kit. Booking advisable, safaris will run every Tuesday throughout the summer holidays. Free event but normal boat fares and admission fees apply. National Trust members free entry. 11.15am-12pm & 2.30-3.15.
Please call the office 01202 707744 or check the website for more details - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island
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