Welcome to West Parley

West Parley is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated between the towns of Ferndown and Christchurch, and is just a few miles away from the coast. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, with many walking and cycling routes available for visitors to explore. There are also several local pubs and restaurants, as well as a small selection of shops and amenities.

One of the main attractions in West Parley is the Parley Wood Nature Reserve. This beautiful woodland area is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and a wide range of bird species. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful walk through the woods, taking in the stunning scenery and enjoying the tranquility of the natural surroundings. There are also several picnic areas and benches dotted throughout the reserve, making it the perfect spot for a family day out.

Another popular attraction in West Parley is the St. Mark's Church. This beautiful church dates back to the 12th century and is a fine example of Norman architecture. Visitors can admire the stunning stained glass windows and intricate stonework, as well as learn about the history of the church and the local area. The church is still in use today and holds regular services, as well as hosting a range of community events throughout the year.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School	Details
Portfield School Non-Maintained Special School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Anna Hewitt	Parley Lane Christchurch Dorset BH23 6BP 01202573808 School Website
The Epiphany Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Vanessa Webster	Shillingstone Drive Muscliff Bournemouth Dorset BH9 3PE 01202530960 School Website
Kinson Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michele Lawson	School Lane Kinson Bournemouth Dorset BH11 9DG 1202572713 School Website
Hill View Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Victoria Buckland	Hill View Road Ensbury Park Bournemouth Dorset BH10 5BD 1202512813 School Website
The Bourne Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Mark Avoth	Hadow Road Bournemouth Dorset BH10 5HS 01202528554 School Website
Winton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Neil Tarchetti	Oswald Road Bournemouth Dorset BH9 2TG 01202513988 School Website
Muscliff Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Fenby	Broadway Lane Throop Bournemouth Dorset BH8 0AB 01202549654 School Website
Christ The King Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Clare Tickel	Durdells Avenue Kinson Bournemouth Dorset BH11 9EH 1202574277 School Website
Kingsleigh Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr James Lumber	Hadow Road Kinson Bournemouth Dorset BH10 5HT 01202528893 School Website
Moordown St Johns Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Gina Angiolini	Vicarage Road Moordown Bournemouth Dorset BH9 2SA 01202527683 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bournemouth Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX 3.13 Miles

Branksome Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF 3.58 Miles

Pokesdown Christchurch Road, Pokesdown, Dorset, BH7 6DL 3.67 Miles

Parkstone Station Road, Parkstone, Dorset, BH14 8UD 4.54 Miles

Christchurch Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL 4.79 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Airport Cars Ltd 01202 590014 161 New Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 8EB 0.59 Miles
Air-N-Port Cars 01202 536267 15 Redbreast Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 3AL 1.18 Miles
Platinum Cars Ltd 01202 530146 923 Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 2BJ 1.25 Miles
Airport Cars Christchurch Dorset Uk 01202 461872 5 Tedder Rd., Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 8BT 1.55 Miles
Gilt Edged Travel 01202 528033 6 Belmont Avenue, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 0AN 1.67 Miles
James Anthony Cars 01202 526600 142 Kinson Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 5EN 1.68 Miles
The New Charminster Taxi Co Ltd 01202 517517 97 Ripon Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 1RE 1.90 Miles
Barnes Limos And Chauffeur Services 01202 875056 25 Fernlea Avenue, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 8HG 1.93 Miles
Country Wide Executive Cars 01202 577751 6 Magna Gardens, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 9NS 1.93 Miles
Car Link Air 01202 461872 38 Chigwell Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9HW 1.94 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bh10 Kinson Park Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Bh22 Woodtown No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Bh9 Muscliffe Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Northbourne Surgery	1368 Wimborne Road Bournemouth Dorset BH10 7AR
Kinson Road Medical Centre 01202 574604	Kinson Road Medical Ctr 440 Kinson Rd, Kinson Bournemouth Dorset BH10 5EY
Moordown Medical Centre 01202 974700	Moordown Medical Centre 2A Redhill Cres, Moordown Bournemouth Dorset BH9 2XF
James Fisher Medical Centre 01202 522622	James Fisher Medical Ctr 4 Tolpuddle Gardens Muscliffe Bournemouth BH9 3LQ
Glenmoor Road Surgery	54 Glenmoor Road Ferndown Dorset BH22 8QF

Local Stores

Moordown
Wimborne Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH9 2BN
01202 546599
Store Website
1.15 miles

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SPAR Ripon Road
18-20 Ripon Road
Winton
Bournemouth
BH9 1RE
01202 513773
Store Website
1.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Parley Cross Veterinary Centre
151-153 New Road West Parley Ferndown Dorset BH22 8EB 01202 577722 info@parleycrossvets.co.uk Website 0.63 miles
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Aniwell Veterinary Clinic
1506 Wimborne Road Bournemouth Dorset BH11 9AD 01202 591 208 aniwell@tiscali.co.uk 1.06 miles
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Bournemouth Pdsa Pet Hospital
70 Castle Lane West Moordown Bournemouth Dorset BH9 3JU 01202 533630 Website 1.09 miles

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Ensbury Park Veterinary Practice
117 Ensbury Park Road Bournemouth Dorset BH9 2SH 01202 514135 ensburparkvets@btinternet.com Website 1.43 miles
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Companion Care (Bournemouth) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
5 Victoria Park Place 706 Wimborne Road Winton Bournemouth Dorset BH9 2EG 01202 635 160 bournemouth@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.59 miles

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St Marys Veterinary Clinic
300 Ringwood Road Ferndown Dorset BH22 9AS 01202 876 901 1.89 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 4.90 miles Just Off Tuckton Bridge Over The River Stour. Wick Lane

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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 5.11 miles Just Off Parkstone Road, Poole

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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 5.77 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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Hengistbury Head
Our Dogs Love It Here, There Is Just Miles Of Walks Up On The Head, Around The Head On The Beach Or Along The Tarmac Track Used By The Noddy Train. There Is Lovely Dog Friendly Beaches A Café A Restaurant On The Beach And A Train That Takes Dogs If You Need A Lift Back To The Car Park. The Car Park Is Very Expensive But It Is A Lovely Place To Walk. 160 Broadway Bournemouth Lancashire BH6 4EL 5.99 miles

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Hengistbury Head
Lovely Coastal Walk And Round The Nature Reserve. I've Said Hilly, As There Are Some Initial Steps But In The Main Its An Easy Walk 160 Broadway Bournemouth Lancashire BH6 4EL 6.05 miles

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Upton Country Park
A Lovely Place With Many Different Length Walks. A350 Poole BH17 7YW 6.25 miles

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