Welcome to Branksome

Branksome is a small coastal town located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated between the towns of Poole and Bournemouth and is known for its beautiful beaches and stunning views of the English Channel. The town has a rich history dating back to the 19th century when it was a popular destination for wealthy Victorian families. Today, Branksome is a popular tourist destination and attracts visitors from all over the world.

One of the main attractions in Branksome is its beautiful beaches. The town has two main beaches, Branksome Chine and Branksome Dene, both of which are popular with locals and tourists alike. The beaches are known for their soft golden sand and clear blue waters, making them perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. There are also plenty of cafes, restaurants, and bars along the seafront, making it a great place to relax and enjoy the stunning views.

In addition to its beaches, Branksome is also home to a number of parks and nature reserves. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a great place for hiking, cycling, and exploring. The nearby Bourne Valley Nature Reserve is a popular spot for birdwatching and wildlife spotting, while the nearby Poole Harbour is a great place for sailing and water sports. Overall, Branksome is a beautiful and peaceful town that offers something for everyone, whether you're looking for a relaxing beach holiday or an active outdoor adventure.

Local Weather

Moderate rain

Temp: 3°C

Feels Like: -0.7°C

Wind: 9.2 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
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
Bishop Aldhelm's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Scott Tait	Winston Avenue Branksome Poole Dorset BH12 1PG 1202715100 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
Talbot Heath School Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mrs Angharad Holloway	Rothesay Road Bournemouth Dorset BH4 9NJ 01202761881 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Poole Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Neil Mcdermott	Sancreed Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH12 4DZ 01202741932 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
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
Langside School Non-Maintained Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Seaward	Langside Avenue Parkstone Poole Dorset BH12 5BN 1202518635 School Website
Talbot Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Curtis	Talbot Drive Wallisdown Poole Dorset BH12 5ED 1202513981 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
Branksome Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF 0.22 Miles

Parkstone Station Road, Parkstone, Dorset, BH14 8UD 1.49 Miles

Bournemouth Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX 2.28 Miles

Poole Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ 3.01 Miles

Pokesdown Christchurch Road, Pokesdown, Dorset, BH7 6DL 3.96 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Car Back 01202 469002 9 Gordon Rd South, Poole, Dorset, BH12 1EF 0.11 Miles
Ariel Taxis 01202 747333 164 Ashley Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9BY 0.70 Miles
Dorset Limos 01202 265554 227 Bournemouthn Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9HU 0.75 Miles
Airport Express 01202 745487 Chideock Close, Poole, Dorset, BH12 2DZ 0.81 Miles
South Coast Cabs 01202 888777 Commercial Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0DJ 1.20 Miles
Uk Direct Chauffeur Services 01202 532906 16 Hillside Rd, Poole, Dorset, BH12 5DY 1.24 Miles
Tops Chauffeur Hire 07501 722248 Fern Barrow, Poole, Dorset, BH12 5BB 1.31 Miles
White Lady Cars 01202 745465 205 Herbert Av, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4HR 1.33 Miles
Streamline Warrens Taxis 01202 555511 13 The Triangle, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5RY 1.38 Miles
Streetcars Private Hire 01202 737419 58 Evering Ave, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4JQ 1.56 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bh12 Poole Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 130 - St Aldhelms Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh12 5500 Branksome Business Park Right Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:01:03 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh12 Branksome Business Park Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:01:02 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh12 Poole Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 50 - Wildeton Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh12 Surrey Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh12 Wolterton Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh13 136 - Burton Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh12 Princess Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh12 Alder Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh12 Brunstead Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh12 Nelson Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh14 26 Ashley Road East Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh14 Penn Hill Ave Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
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
Heatherview Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	2 Alder Hills Industrial Estate Alder Park Poole BH12 4AY
Heatherview Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	2 Alder Hills Industrial Estate Alder Park Poole BH12 4AY

Local Stores

Parkstone
346 Ashley Road
Parkstone
Poole
Dorset
BH14 9DF
01202 742213
Store Website
0.91 miles

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SPAR Alder Road
164 Alder Road
Poole
BH12 4AX
01202 716921
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Poole Road Veterinary Surgery
340 Poole Road Branksome Poole Dorset BH12 1AW 01202 764407 Website 0.13 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Medivet Parkstone Afrivet (Uk) Ltd
25 Woodside Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 9JH 01202 722739 parkstone@medivet.co.uk Website 1.13 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Poole Vets4pets Ltd
550 Ashley Road Upper Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 0AE 01202 710901 poole@vets4pets.com Website 1.32 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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The Pet Practice
5 Kinson Road Wallisdown Bournemouth Dorset BH10 4AQ 01202 530444 bournemouth@thepetpractice.co.uk Website 1.39 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Lynwood Vets
1 Dunbar Road Bournemouth Dorset BH3 7AY 01202 555553 aly@lynwoodvets.co.uk Website 1.68 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sun	closed	closed

Aniwell Veterinary Company
453 Ringwood Road Alderney Poole Dorset BH12 4LX 01202 735984 aniwell@tiscali.co.uk Website 1.74 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sun	closed	closed

Local Dog Walks

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 2.18 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 2.72 miles Https://Www.Poole.Gov.Uk/Sports-And-Leisure/Parks-And-Open-Spaces/Find-A-Park-In-Poole/Harbourside-Park-Baiter-And-Whitecliff/

Location what3words tame.thanks.local

Upton Country Park
A Lovely Place With Many Different Length Walks. A350 Poole BH17 7YW 4.30 miles

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

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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 6.40 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 6.48 miles

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Weather Forecast

Wednesday	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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	4.8°C	4.3°C	3.1°C	2.2°C	1.6°C	6.3°C	12.9°C	17.2°C	18.1°C	14.7°C	10.8°C	9.1°C
Feels Like	2.4°C	1.8°C	0.4°C	-0.7°C	-1.3°C	4.2°C	12.1°C	17°C	18°C	13.9°C	9°C	6.7°C

Thursday	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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Overcast	Light rain	Overcast	Overcast	Light rain shower	Overcast	Light rain shower	Light rain
Temp	8.2°C	8.1°C	8.2°C	8.7°C	8.4°C	9.1°C	11.7°C	12.9°C	14.3°C	15°C	15.3°C	15.6°C
Feels Like	5.6°C	5.6°C	6°C	6.4°C	6°C	6.9°C	9.8°C	10.8°C	12.3°C	14.5°C	15.2°C	15.6°C

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

	Light rain	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	14.7°C	10.8°C	7.6°C	6.3°C	5.7°C	5.8°C	6.5°C	7°C	6.9°C	6.3°C	5.4°C	10°C
Feels Like	13.8°C	8.3°C	4.4°C	3.2°C	3°C	3.5°C	4.6°C	5.2°C	4.9°C	4.1°C	3°C	8.3°C

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