Upton Country Park offers 100 acres of beautiful parkland, gardens, and shore beside Poole Harbour. The park features a Georgian house (not open to public), walled gardens, arboretum, ornamental shoreline, and extensive woodland and grassland. Excellent walking trails wind through varied habitats supporting diverse wildlife. The shoreline provides Poole Harbour access for kayaking and watersports. The park hosts events including outdoor theatre, nature walks, and family activities. Children enjoy adventure play areas and open spaces. Upton Country Park demonstrates successful urban-fringe countryside preservation providing accessible green space. The park balances conservation with recreation, heritage with accessibility. The harbour views, mature trees, and peaceful atmosphere create escape from urban surroundings. Upton offers varied experiences from formal gardens through wild shoreline to woodland walking. Essential for Poole residents and visitors seeking beautiful parkland, harbour access, and outdoor recreation combining nature, heritage, and family facilities.
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