Welcome to Branksome Park

Branksome Park is a beautiful residential area located in the coastal town of Poole, Dorset. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, with large areas of greenery and woodland, as well as its proximity to the beach. The area is popular with families and retirees, who are drawn to its peaceful atmosphere and excellent amenities.

One of the main attractions of Branksome Park is its proximity to the beach. The area is just a short walk from the stunning Branksome Chine beach, which is known for its golden sands and clear waters. The beach is popular with families and water sports enthusiasts, who come to enjoy activities such as swimming, surfing, and paddleboarding. There are also plenty of cafes and restaurants nearby, making it the perfect place to spend a day by the sea.

In addition to its natural beauty, Branksome Park is also home to a range of excellent amenities. The area has a number of shops, cafes, and restaurants, as well as a golf course and tennis club. There are also several excellent schools in the area, making it a popular choice for families with children. Overall, Branksome Park is a wonderful place to live, offering a perfect balance of natural beauty and modern amenities.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 5.1°C

Feels Like: 1.4°C

Wind: 11.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Lilliput Church Of England Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Christine Chambers	Lilliput Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 8JX 1202709013 School Website
Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Karen Wyborn	St Osmund's Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 9JY 01202714110 School Website
Baden-Powell And St Peter's Church Of England Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Rusling	Mill Lane Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 8UL 1202743280 School Website
Courthill Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Carter	Courthill Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 9HL 1202747381 School Website
Victoria Education Centre Non-Maintained Special School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Ray Lawrence	12 Lindsay Road Branksome Park Poole Dorset BH13 6AS 01202763697 School Website
Heatherlands Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Julian Churchill	Library Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH12 2BG 1202743918 School Website
The Bournemouth And Poole College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Phil Sayles	North Road Poole Dorset BH14 0LS 1202747600
St Michaels Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Anthony Evans	Somerville Road Bournemouth Dorset BH2 5LH 01202290497 School Website
Ocean Academy Poole Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Quarrie	Fourways Campus Constitution Hill Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 0PZ 01202606888 School Website
Livingstone Road Infant School Academy Converter Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Suzy Hayward	Livingstone Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH12 3DT 1202806806 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Parkstone Station Road, Parkstone, Dorset, BH14 8UD 1.81 Miles

Branksome Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF 1.95 Miles

Poole Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ 2.69 Miles

Bournemouth Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX 3.50 Miles

Hamworthy Junction Road, Hamworthy, Dorset, BH16 5AA 4.28 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Dorset Limos 01202 265554 227 Bournemouthn Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9HU 1.68 Miles
Ariel Taxis 01202 747333 164 Ashley Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9BY 1.93 Miles
South Coast Cabs 01202 888777 Commercial Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0DJ 2.01 Miles
Car Back 01202 469002 9 Gordon Rd South, Poole, Dorset, BH12 1EF 2.07 Miles
Cavalry Cars 01202 737362 6 Gervis Crescent, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0LR 2.12 Miles
Avis Rent A Car 0844 544 6040 Walking Field Lane, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1RZ 2.29 Miles
Streamline Warrens Taxis 01202 555511 13 The Triangle, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5RY 2.40 Miles
Airport Express 01202 745487 Chideock Close, Poole, Dorset, BH12 2DZ 2.43 Miles
Dial-A-Cab Poole 01202 666822 76 Wimborne Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BZ 2.66 Miles
Parkstone Cars 01202 739999 380A Ringwood Rd, Poole, Dorset, BH12 3LT 2.72 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bh13 196 - Haven Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 317 - Brudenell Ave Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 240 - Shore Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 129 - Cliff Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 233 - Haven Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 128 - Flaghead Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh14 Bingham Ave Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 251 - Canford Cliff Po Collection Today available until:15:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh14 Crichel Mount Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 205 - Canford Cliffs Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 311 - Martello Park Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 295 - Spencer Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh14 Lilliput Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh14 Compton Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 Sandbanks Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Lilliput Surgery	Elms Avenue Poole BH14 8EE
Wessex Road Surgery	Wessex Road Poole BH14 8BQ
Westbourne Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Milburn Road Westbourne Bournemouth BH4 9HJ
Westbourne Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Milburn Road Westbourne Bournemouth BH4 9HJ
Westbourne Medical Centre 01202 752550	Westbourne Medical Centre Milburn Road, Westbourne Bournemouth Dorset BH4 9HJ

Local Stores

Petrol Lilliput
291 Sandbanks Road
Lilliput
Poole
Dorset
BH14 8EZ
01202 707347
Store Website
0.99 miles

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SPAR Sandbanks Road
77 Sandbanks Road
Poole
BH14 8BT
01202 741717
Store Website
1.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Parkstone Afrivet (Uk) Ltd
25 Woodside Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 9JH 01202 722739 parkstone@medivet.co.uk Website 1.62 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Poole Road Veterinary Surgery
340 Poole Road Branksome Poole Dorset BH12 1AW 01202 764407 Website 1.95 miles
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Medivet Poole 24 Hour (Walton Lodge Vets)
101 North Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 0LT 01202 693623 poole.24@medivet.co.uk Website 2.13 miles
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Poole Vets4pets Ltd
550 Ashley Road Upper Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 0AE 01202 710901 poole@vets4pets.com Website 2.19 miles
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The Pet Practice
5 Darbys Lane Poole Dorset BH15 3ER 01202 649999 poole@thepetpractice.co.uk Website 2.99 miles
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Animals Treated
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Medivet Oakdale
266 Wimborne Road Poole Dorset BH15 3EF 01202 602766 oakdale@medivet.co.uk Website 3.18 miles
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Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Harbourside Park (Baiter And Whitecliff)
Park Walk Along Coast Harbour Lots Of Space Cafe In Car Park, Free Parking And Paid Walk Can Lead Into Poole With Pubs And Shops Children’S Play Area 68 Catalina Dr Poole BH15 1TQ 2.12 miles Https://Www.Poole.Gov.Uk/Sports-And-Leisure/Parks-And-Open-Spaces/Find-A-Park-In-Poole/Harbourside-Park-Baiter-And-Whitecliff/

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Poole Park
A Lovely Family Day Out. Ample Free Parking. Miniture Railway For The Kids And Those Who Are Just Kids At Heart. Boating Lake With Pedal Boats For Hire. Wildlife Lake With Swans, Ducks, Canada Geese And Many Other Birds Visiting And Packed Full Of Large Fish Which Will Almost Eat Out Of Your Hands. Pathed, Lawned, Wooded And Swimming Areas For The Dogs To Be Kept Amused. 90 Parkstone Rd Poole BH15 2QE 2.12 miles Just Off Parkstone Road, Poole

Location what3words angle.those.sweat

Upton Country Park
A Lovely Place With Many Different Length Walks. A350 Poole BH17 7YW 4.50 miles

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Wytch Heath Wareham Dorset
This Walk Takes In Two Remote Wildlife Hides, Open Heathland, A Bluebell Wood, Poole Harbour Views And An Oil Extraction Depot. Plenty Of Variety And Interest And Plenty Of Opportunities To Shorten Or Lengthen The Walk With Lots Of Off-Lead Options. Unnamed Road Wareham Lancashire BH20 5BN 5.82 miles There Is Space To Park Off The Road At Grid Reference Sy 963 853. From Stoborough, Wareham, Take The Road East Towards The Arne Peninsula. Take The Third Turning On The Right, Heading South East. Continue Through Woods And Past Slepe Farm Until The Point Where The Poole Harbour Trail Crosses The Road. Here You Will Find Gravel Roadside Parking And A Gravel Track Heading Off To The Left With A Small, Round National Trust Hide Sign. Park Here And Start The Walk.

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Tuckton Tea Gardens
This Is A Very Picturesque Walk Along Side The River Stour. Free Parking On The Road And Paid Off Road Parking Off Of Wick Lane. Lovely Cafe With Gardens Over Looking The River. River Rides And Boat Hire Available. Walk Along The Rivers Edge And You Come To Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve And Wick Fields. 321 Belle Vue Rd Bournemouth Lancashire BH6 3BA 6.50 miles Just Off Tuckton Bridge Over The River Stour. Wick Lane

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Corfe Castle To Blue Pool Loop
Corfe Castle 6.92 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.1°C	-13.6°C	-14.1°C	-14.8°C	-13.4°C	-11.7°C	-9.5°C	-7.5°C	-6.7°C	-7.1°C	-8.5°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

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	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
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