Top Things to do in Wareham
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Wareham, England
Discover the best top things to do in Wareham, United Kingdom including The Tank Museum, Wareham Boat Hire Ltd, Monkey World, The Rex Cinema, Tyneham, Clouds Hill, Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum, Wareham Town Museum, Holme for Gardens, Lulworth Estate.
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1. The Tank Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,570 reviews
The Tank Museum brings history to life, with the world’s best collection of tanks and explosive live displays. Our exhibitions tell the story of armoured warfare spanning over 100 years of history. Exploring ten powerful exhibitions, you will come face to face with almost 300 armoured vehicles. This unique collection includes the world’s first ever tank, the feared German Tiger and the modern Challenger 2. There are special events going on throughout the year at The Tank Museum including TANKFEST, Tiger Day and the Vintage Christmas Festival and Craft Fayre, as well as special activity programmes during the School Holiday.
Reviewed By RodneyAtwood - Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
My seven-year-old grandson and I visited together. He is an enthusiast for tanks of all sizes. I served in the RTR in the 1970s. This was our fourth visit together, but the pleasure of seeing the displays and the eagerness of getting to the museum have not lessened. We are a bit disappointed the Tiger display is being dispersed, but appreciate you have to introduce new ideas. We enjoy seeing the scale models and the semi-Lego, although grandpa whose pocket is not bottomless sees this as an advertisement for your shop. The layout of the museum, the great variety of tanks on display, the information boards, the background history, the helpful guides -- all make this an unsurpassed museum experience for both grandson and grandfather. Even our enthusiasm for toy soldiers can be indulged. We look forward further visits with our year entry, another good feature.
2. Wareham Boat Hire Ltd
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 106 reviews
Wareham Boat Hire - Offering Motor Boats, Kayaks, Canoes, Rowing Boat and Paddle Board for hire on the beautiful River Frome from Wareham, Dorset. A beautiful stretch of river which runs through the town and into Poole Harbour. Whatever your choice of boat you will be delighted with the peace and tranquility of this charming river. Boats are hired on a self guided basis and can be taken from half an hour to a full day. Courses and tuition also available. Simply turn up or book in advance, we look forward to seeing you.
3. Monkey World
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,807 reviews
Reviewed By davey19672015 - Carlisle, United Kingdom
My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful afternoon at Monkey World in Dorset during our stay in Bournemouth. There is good parking space with plenty of room for children and family on arrival. The layout of the park is excellent with good walkways , very good for disabled people.The very spacious rescue centre houses monkeys from all over the world with amazing real life stories displayed of how each was rescued from an awful life of hardship. The Orang-utans were happy and playful, interacting with each other in a mischievous way. It was incredible to watch Monkeys grooming each other and imitating our actions, giving a feeling of connection.The staff give informative talks at set times which add to the experience. There are indoor and outdoor cafes providing hot drinks and snacks.Entrance fee is £14 per adult with family group prices which are very reasonable. All in all the more we can give to help these wonderful animals and the hard work at Monkey world the better. A very enjoyable experience.
4. The Rex Cinema
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
The REX is an art-deco gem of a small town cinema from the 1920's. 130 Seats with digital projection and sound but with a period ambience. The REX is owned by the Purbeck Film Charitable Trust and run by a team of enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers. The REX shows everything from art-house to blockbusters and is the main hub of the renowned annual Purbeck Film Festival, the largest rural film festival in the United Kingdom.
Reviewed By Sightseer620627 - Salisbury, United Kingdom
We love this cinema so much, we have just been two nights in a row!. We don’t live in the area but frequently visit. It has a lovely ambiance, isn’t expensive and is run by a lovely group of passionate volunteers. If you are in the area it’s an experience you shouldn’t miss. It’s the perfect blend of nostalgia and modern technology
5. Tyneham
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 573 reviews
Reviewed By darrenwC6242JJ - South Australia, Australia
Tyneham is a beautiful place to visit. The ruins of the last residents cottages and the renovated church and schoolhouse make this abandoned village a great place to visit. The atmosphere and history of this place is amazing. You can feel the atmosphere and can almost see the ghosts of the village their presence is so strong. The walk down to worbarrow bay takes you along the edge of the Goyle or through it depending on your preference. Wild deer and other animals can be seen on quiet days. Well worth a visit to walk around and take in the atmosphere of a village that sacrificed it's existence to help in the war effort and prepare the troops for the invasion of Europe.
6. Clouds Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 345 reviews
Reviewed By Peter-Cornwall-1951 - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Over the years I have enjoy introducing friends to the Lawrence of Arabia trail ... everyone is always fascinated, with so much to learn from the warm welcome from the National Trust guides. The recently opened bike shed is a welcome addition and the whole place is well worth visiting.
7. Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
A rebuilt Ball Clay Mine with exhibition of Artefacts. There is an opportunity to explore a reconstructed mine tunnel.
8. Wareham Town Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By 199suzanneg
Small but lovely ! Interesting Lawrence display that does not replicate clouds hill or bovington , informative display onnwEtime aRwham together with lots of info on gt fire etc . I visited with 14 , 2x 13 and an 11 yr old and all enjoyed it . Definitely worth a visit it’s free although a donation is appreciated and excellent refuge in the rain
9. Holme for Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 191 reviews
Spend an inspirational day here at Holme, start with a walk around our Beautiful Landscaped Gardens (charges apply). See the Palm Garden, Wild Flower field, Pear Tunnel, Wedding Pavilion, Lavanda Avenue leading to our new Amphitheater and many stunning boarders. Then enjoy The Orchard Cafe, which will be serving al fresco breakfast, lunch, cream teas and Holme made cakes, around the pond and gardens all day long. Visit The Holme Farm Shop, which celebrates all that is good about the fresh, local Purbeck produce, beers, ciders, meats, breads and chocolates. Then talk to our enthusiastic staff in the Nursery, who can provide you with everything you need to keep your garden looking stunning all year round.
Reviewed By iancoxart - Wyke, United Kingdom
Excellent garden centre, great choice of plants, lovely cafe (although closed for sitting in at present) and really brilliant landscape gardens to enjoy, ongoing planting. Worth the journey to find. A real gem.
10. Lulworth Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
During these family-friendly sessions, which are suitable for children 8+, you’ll ‘get up close to the coast’ and traverse, swim and jump around this beautiful part of the Jurassic Coast. Spot fossils, swim through caves and explore millions of years of Earth’s history.
Reviewed By gomms13 - West Sussex, United Kingdom
The Lulworth estate really combines well to make a great day out. Lulworth cove, Durdle door and Lulworth castle are in close proximity to each other and if you visit Lulworth cove or Durdle door first, the parking ticket is valid for all 3 places.( If you visit the castle first you will need to buy two parking tickets.) Durdle door offers nice walks and incredible scenery while Lulworth cove has nice shops and cafes in a nice small haven. If you enjoy cliff walks then then you can walk between the two locations and enjoy the stunning views. The castle is an imposing building from outside and although we didn't go inside, the grounds and church were lovely.
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