Poole

Dorset, United Kingdom

Poole is a tourist resort, attracting visitors with its large natural harbour, history, the Lighthouse arts centre and Blue Flag beaches.

Back in time  The earliest recorded use of the town’s name was in the 12th century when the town began to emerge as an important port

Retirement starts here  The population has grown steadily since the 1960s, the town’s growth and a significant part of this has been for retirement.

The Twin Sails Bridge  Operate up to 15 times per day and take two minutes to fully open

Busy time  Since the 1970s, Poole has become one of Britain’s busiest ports

Harbour  One of the largest centres for sailing in the UK with a number of yacht clubs

Brownsea Island  The largest of the islands in Poole Harbour

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