HomeEvents Happening in Poole - August 2006
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Every Monday & Wednesday in August
Granny Cousins Ghost Walks. From the 24th July until September 6th,
for a stroll with a difference, why not take a Ghost Walk with Granny Cousins
(now in its ninth year.)
Visit the spooky nooks and crannies of the ancient, walled fishing town
of Poole. Listen to stories of people who worked and haunted Old Poole.
Blood Curdling invaders, enraged traders and drunken pirates....Be prepared
for anything!
Meet outside Scaplens Court Museum. [Adults:£5, Under 16's :£3,
Under 5's: Free]
Further details: 07977 969080
Every Tuesday in August
Condor Ferries Dream Machines . Every Tuesday night from 6pm is "Dream
Machine" night, where thousands of motorcycles gather along Poole Quay.
Click here for more information.
Every Thursday in August
Summer Breeze on the Beach . Every Thursday night people are guaranteed
a great nights entertainment including live music, BBQ's and fireworks.
Click here for more information.
Every Friday in August
Coles Miller Quay For My Car . Every Friday night from 6pm is "Quay
for my car" night, where collections of different vehicles gather along
Poole Quay each Friday. Click here for
more information.
Sunday 6th August
Poole Lifeboat Station Open Day, when the Poole Lifeboat Station
opens its doors to allow the general public in to have a close look behind
the scene of the busiest lifeboat station in the country. There will be
lots of rescue demonstrations and side stalls, plenty of refreshments and
fun for all the family !!
Both lifeboats will be open for visitors to climb aboard and have a good
look inside.
For more information please phone Anne-Marie on 01202 - 672439 or check
out their own website at http://www.poolelifeboat.co.uk
Wednesday 16th - Sunday 20th August
Bladerun Powerboat Rally 2006. There are no prizes for getting in
first, rather, there are prizes awarded for people who showed the most spirit,
have the most fun, have the fastest boat etc.
There is a great mix of boats from V24's, classic Rivas, zap-cats and the usual array of endurance ribs, sporty Bladerunners, Honda 4 strokes and of course Sunseekers. This range of boats creates a great camaraderie between the entrants who are there because of their love of the sea, boating and simply a great unusual spectacle. The days also offer a full line up of evening entertainment
For more information visit http://www.bladerun.co.uk/
Sunday 27th - Monday 28th August
Poole Park Fest 06. A free festival of Sport, Leisure and Music running
from 11am - 7pm.
A two day event over Sun 27th and Mon 28th August Bank Holiday, hosted by Friends of Poole Park by permission of the Leisure Services Department. In its third year its getting bigger and better! An abundance of Sports and Leisure activities for all ages. Music is provided free of charge thanks to the generosity of Mr Kyps, Poole's Premier Live Music Venue.
Activities include:
Circus Skills
Samba & African Drums
Chinese Cookery
Poole Pirates Speedway Bikes
Llyndy Llamas
Attractions include:
Classic Cars
Dance workshops
Yoga demonstrations
Bouncy Castles
Childrens Rides
There are also lots of water activities including sailing and canoeing.
For more details please visit http://www.friendsofpoolepark.co.uk/
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