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Compton Acres

Ten acres of beautifully managed gardens including Italian, Roman, water and Japanese areas. Built in the 1920s by a margarine entrepeneur to reflect his worldwide travels and interest in horticulture, Compton Acres is a fine example of an historic garden in the late Victorian Mixed Style design.

Compton Acres
164 Canford Cliffs Road
POOLE
Dorset
BH13 7ES

Telephone

01202 700778

3 Stars

Mar 2009

The Japanese garden is beautiful and very calming.

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3 Stars

Feb 2009

A Bit of Escapism

Unusual gardens, offering a nice bit of escapism with the various themes from around the world. There are also a children's play area and model railway to keep the little ones entertained.

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3 Stars

Feb 2009

Beautiful gardens and the views across Poole harbour are stunning. The food in the onsite restaurant is also recommened.

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