Shore Abode’s guidebook to Poole & Sandbanks
Food scene
Our Sandbanks restaurant is the perfect spot near to Poole and Bournemouth to enjoy classically prepared fish and seafood in a sophisticated environment with unrivalled views of the harbour and Brownsea Island beyond.
This inspiring coastal setting is the ideal location to sample Rick’s iconic seafood dishes such whole Dover sole, lobster thermidor or Dorset oysters with cabernet sauvignon vinegar – plus our great value weekday set lunch menu (three courses £27.95). All complemented with some of Rick and Charlie Stein’s favourite wines that perfectly pair with our menus.
120 locals recommend
Rick Stein, Sandbanks
10-14 Banks RdOur Sandbanks restaurant is the perfect spot near to Poole and Bournemouth to enjoy classically prepared fish and seafood in a sophisticated environment with unrivalled views of the harbour and Brownsea Island beyond.
This inspiring coastal setting is the ideal location to sample Rick’s iconic seafood dishes such whole Dover sole, lobster thermidor or Dorset oysters with cabernet sauvignon vinegar – plus our great value weekday set lunch menu (three courses £27.95). All complemented with some of Rick and Charlie Stein’s favourite wines that perfectly pair with our menus.
Our restaurants are a fusion of Eastern tradition meeting an elegant western style, we offer extensive all-day menus featuring the best modern Pan-Asian cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
DRGNFLY is a unique location for a romantic dinner for two or an evening with friends.
Each restaurant is sophisticated yet approachable and can be found in carefully selected locations in Bournemouth and Poole.
35 locals recommend
Drgnfly
1 Bournemouth RdOur restaurants are a fusion of Eastern tradition meeting an elegant western style, we offer extensive all-day menus featuring the best modern Pan-Asian cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
DRGNFLY is a unique location for a romantic dinner for two or an evening with friends.
Each restaurant is sophisticated yet approachable and can be found in carefully selected locations in Bournemouth and Poole.
Neighbourhoods
Winner of the Blue Flag award for over 30 years and with its soft golden sands and breathtaking views, it is no wonder that Sandbanks is considered one of Britain's best beaches.
Sandbanks is a small peninsula crossing the mouth of Poole Harbour. Sandbanks Beach is of the highest quality with fine golden sand and sparkling clean waters, perfect for a family day out at the seaside. The soft sand is ideal for playing in and kids (young and old!) will be able to build sandcastles galore!
Sandbanks boasts some great facilities with a large and challenging crazy-golf course situated behind the beach as well as mini golf course. There's also a childrens play area with climbing, swings, sand diggers and sensory play area.
If you're feeling a bit sporty then there's watersports and equipment hire available as well as volleyball nets, slackline and table tennis. If you just want to sit back, relax and enjoy the view then Sandbanks Beach is perfect for that too - why not hire a deckchair and parasol? A number of beach huts are also available for short term hire and annual hire.
210 locals recommend
Sandbanks
Winner of the Blue Flag award for over 30 years and with its soft golden sands and breathtaking views, it is no wonder that Sandbanks is considered one of Britain's best beaches.
Sandbanks is a small peninsula crossing the mouth of Poole Harbour. Sandbanks Beach is of the highest quality with fine golden sand and sparkling clean waters, perfect for a family day out at the seaside. The soft sand is ideal for playing in and kids (young and old!) will be able to build sandcastles galore!
Sandbanks boasts some great facilities with a large and challenging crazy-golf course situated behind the beach as well as mini golf course. There's also a childrens play area with climbing, swings, sand diggers and sensory play area.
If you're feeling a bit sporty then there's watersports and equipment hire available as well as volleyball nets, slackline and table tennis. If you just want to sit back, relax and enjoy the view then Sandbanks Beach is perfect for that too - why not hire a deckchair and parasol? A number of beach huts are also available for short term hire and annual hire.