This experience will allow you to explore ancient Stonehenge, which is a prehistoric monument built around 2500 BCE. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its massive stones placed in a circular shape. Entrance to the site will be managed using a timed ticketing system.
While there, you'll be able to walk around the renowned stone structure. An outdoor gallery featuring reconstructed homes from the Neolithic period can be seen as well. The tour will also offer access to the visitor centre, which features several exhibits related to the history of Stonehenge.
Embark on a journey through 185 million years worth of history through Poole Harbour, along the eastern tip of the Jurassic Coastline into Swanage and back.
Where you will experience breathtaking panoramas of sky, sea, sand and chalk formations. Including Old Harry Rock’s that is said to be named after a notorious pirate, Harry Paye.
With many sights to see on the way, you are guranteed to not miss a thing as the Captain provides you with live commentary there and back.
Enjoy the views from our open deck seating or comfortable saloons with wide bay windows and truly relax with a beverage or two from our fully licensed bar on board.
Enjoy a 70 minute cruise around Europe's largest natural harbour. Take in the fantastic views from our open decks as you pass picturesque Brownsea Island, Sandbanks peninsular and more. With live commentary from our Captain you are guaranteed not to miss a thing. We have licensed bars onboard and tea / coffee lounge.
See where Queen Victoria relaxed with her family away from the public eye. Admire the opulent Royal Apartments and private family bedrooms within the mansion. See how the royal children entertained themselves in the long summer months and how the fleet of servants prepare food for the royal table.
With magnificent gardens rolling away from the house and down to the beach, you can take in the view from the terrace.
See the desks where Queen Victoria and Prince Albert worked, explore the magnificently decorated Durbar Room. The furniture and artefacts reveal intricate details about entertainment at Osborne - from state banquets to family meals. Don't miss the beautifully crafted Indian objects which were sent to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee.
On the lower terrace see the Andromeda fountain fire and take in restored Shell Alcove, decorated with thousands of individual shells.
See where the royal children 'played house' and tended their own gardens down at the Swiss Cottage. There's a rooms dressed as it was on 11th July 1861, when the children prepared afternoon tea for their parents, not long before Prince Albert's tragic death.
Celebrate the festive season on a delightful 70-minute cruise around Poole Harbour, the largest natural harbor in Europe. Enjoy a complimentary glass of mulled wine and a delicious mince pie as you soak in scenic views of iconic landmarks like Brownsea Island and Sandbanks. With live commentary from our knowledgeable captain, learn about the rich history and natural beauty of the area while enjoying the festive atmosphere. This cruise is perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking to add a touch of holiday cheer to their season.
- 70-minute scenic cruise around Poole Harbour
- Free mulled wine and mince pie for adults, soft drinks for children
- Live commentary from a knowledgeable captain
- Fully licensed bar available on board
With this ticket, you’ll get to explore Salisbury Cathedral – one of England’s most famous churches, built in the mid-thirteenth century.
As you stroll around the cathedral’s grounds, you’ll get to see elaborate Gothic-style features, like its pointed arches and flying buttresses. Inside, you’ll be able to get up close to the original Magna Carta, written in1215. You’ll also get to see the world’s oldest working medieval clock, which was built in 1386. To round off your trip, you’ll have the chance to climb to the top of England's tallest spire and enjoy sweeping views of the city and rolling countryside.
The great and ancient stone circle of Stonehenge is one of the wonders of the world. What visitors see today are the substantial remnants of the last in a sequence of such monuments erected between circa 3000BC and 1600BC. Each monument was a circular structure, aligned with the rising of the sun at the midsummer solstice.
There has always been intense debate over quite what purpose Stonehenge served. Certainly, it was the focal point in a landscape filled with prehistoric ceremonial structures. It also represented an enormous investment of labour and time. A huge effort and great organisation was needed to carry the stones tens, and sometimes hundreds, of miles by land and water and then to shape and raise them. Only a sophisticated society could have mustered so large a workforce and the design and construction skills necessary to produce Stonehenge and its surrounding monuments.
Stonehenge's orientation in relation to the rising and setting sun has always been one of its most remarkable features. Whether this was because its builders came from a sun-worshipping culture or because - as some scholars have asserted - the circle and its banks were part of a huge astronomical calendar, remains a mystery. What cannot be denied is the ingenuity of the builders of Stonehenge. With only very basic tools at their disposal, they shaped the stones and formed the mortises and tenons that linked uprights to lintels. Using antlers and bones, they dug the pits to hold the stones and made the banks and ditches that enclosed them
Mystery surrounds this 5,000 year old monument in the centre of the World Heritage Site. Visit this prehistoric site and decide for yourself whether Stonehenge was a place of sun worship, a healing sanctuary, a sacred burial site, or something different altogether!
Salisbury Cathedral sits on an 80-acre walled Close and is situated around a 1 hour drive from London. The Cathedral is an early English example of Gothic architecture and was built over a 38 year period between 1220 and 1258. Here, you can view Britain’s tallest spire at 123 metres and the world’s oldest working mechanical clock, dating back to 1836.
1215 Magna CartaSalisbury Cathedral houses the finest surviving of the worlds remaining four versions of the great charter, more famously known as the 1215 Magna Carta. The Magna Carta is a UNESCO protected document and is permanently housed in the Cathedral’s 13th century stone carved Chapter House, which depicts sixty Old Testament scenes. The Magna Carta is a legal document that was issued by King John in June 1215, to outline certain rights of individuals. It has over 60 clauses, covering many areas of the nation’s life, including the right to a fair trial.
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Set sail on a delightful 1.5-hour evening cruise around Poole Harbour, where you'll savor freshly cooked fish & chips from the award-winning All-Ways Fryday. As the sun sets, enjoy scenic views of Brownsea Island and the luxurious homes at Sandbanks, while indulging in traditional seaside comfort food. This cruise offers a unique way to relax, celebrate special moments, or simply enjoy the serene waters of one of the largest natural harbors in the world. With a full bar available and dietary options upon request, this experience guarantees a memorable evening on the water.
- Scenic 1.5-hour cruise around Poole Harbour with live commentary
- Enjoy freshly served fish & chips, with options for children and dietary needs (dietary needs to be booked 72 hrs in advance)
- Stunning sunset views and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for celebrations
- Depart from Poole Quay; casual attire recommended
Experience the south coast’s most spectacular view. Spinnaker Tower stands at 170 meters tall, offering breath-taking 23-mile views over Portsmouth Harbour, the city, the Solent, the South Downs and the Isle of Wight.
The iconic landmark boasts a high-speed lift and three sky-high viewing decks. Venture across the thrilling glass ‘Sky Walk’ at 100 meters above sea level; discover stories behind the surrounding sites with informative touchscreen displays; try vertigo-inducing virtual reality, breath in the view from the open air ‘Sky Garden’; relax in The Clouds with a coffee, a glass of bubbly or a decadent High Tea; and enjoy delicious meals made with locally sourced ingredients in the Waterfront Cafe.
Begin your trip at Poole Harbour or Swanage and board an open deck boat fitted with seating and comfortable saloons. From here, you will be taken on a journey through 185 million years of history along the Jurassic Coastline.
On your cruise pass a number of Dorset's most famous landmarks like the golden beaches of Sandbanks, Brownsea Island, and the Old Harry Rocks, named after a notorious pirate. Enjoy expert commentary from your captains as you glide by.
On your journey you will have the opportunity to capture the perfect picture of the famous chalk formations from the boat's outer deck.
Discover the coastal resort town of Bournemouth with ease on a City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour!
Choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket and explore the city by open-top, double-decker bus - enjoying panoramic views around every turn. See all the main sights of Bournemouth on the 90-minute narrated loop, or hop on and hop off at any of the 25 tour stops to explore the places that interest you the most. The tour will take you to the city's most popular locations, including Bournemouth Pier, Sandbanks Beach, Old Poole Town and The Triangle.
With this ticket, you’ll have the opportunity to get up close to Stonehenge, the iconic Neolithic monument and UNESCO World Heritage site on Salisbury Plain.
You can listen to the included audio guide to hear all about the history and mystery of these 5,000-year-old standing stones. With the guide, you’ll be able to learn the theories of how the 13-foot-high stones, each weighing up to 25 tons, was transported to the site from over 300 km away.
You’ll also get the chance to see the Visitor Centre, where you can find even more information about the landmark stone circle.
With over 50 rides and attractions, the Alton Towers Resort is Britain’s Greatest Escape!
The Resort is home to 7 iconic world first rollercoasters - enjoy G-forces greater than a space shuttle on the legendary Nemesis, brave Oblivion's iconic vertical drop, ride The Smiler's 14 loops or satisfy your need for speed on Rita. Plus 2018's new kid on the block Wicker Man.
Younger guests will love exploring CBeebies Land - at The Furchester Hotel Live Show they can join Phoebe, Funella, Furgus, Elmo and Cookie Monster; or take the controls on the Go Jetters Vroomster Zoom ride. Don't miss out on Postman Pat Parcel Post, Mr Bloom's Allotment, Justin's House Pie-O-Matic Factory and the In The Night Garden Magical Boat Ride. Plus, with some of the CBeebies' most popular characters to meet, it's the perfect place for children to learn and play.
Your admission on this ticket is for entrance on two consecutive days in the 2019 season.
Join us for a 90 minute evening cruise with
Scenic Sunset Views – Watch the sky transform into hues of gold, pink, and violet as the sun sets over Poole Harbour.
Onboard Bar – Sip on a refreshing drink from our fully licensed bar, serving a selection of wines, beers, spirits, and soft drinks.
Relaxing Ambience – Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere with live informative and humorous commentary from our Captain, setting the perfect mood for the evening.
Spacious & Comfortable – Choose between open-air seating on the upper deck or a cozy indoor lounge with large viewing windows.
