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- Chris Downer, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Mike Faherty, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- David Martin, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- David Lally, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- John M, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.
- RuthAS, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.0
- Mike Smith, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Michael Garlick, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Highcliffe: Victorian postbox in Verno LaneOld post box · 984 ydExplorer Tom Highcliffe: Victorian postbox in Verno Lane in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is tucked away on Verno Lane. It’s been there longer than most houses. Take a picture for the archive.
Milepost, SomerfordMonument or public art · 1119 ydExplorer Tom Milepost in Somerford is marking distance like it cares. I’m sure the roads have moved since then. Check if it still matches reality and send me a pic of it!
New CloseForest · 1136 yd
Smugglers WoodWood · 1139 ydExplorer Tom Smugglers Wood is where all the shady business happens. I bet they were sneaking gin in there back in the day. Check for hidden bottles if you don't mind getting muddy.
Roadside Barn with Victorian PostboxOld post box · 1401 yd
Children's playground1502 ydComputer-made picture. It does not show this playground.Explorer Tom Children's playground is secretly run by a gang of penguins. They only let you play if you waddle. I saw one stealing a biscuit from a toddler. Keep your snacks close, mate.
Waterman’s Adventure ParkChildren's playground · 1582 ydComputer-made picture. It does not show this playground.Explorer Tom Waterman’s Adventure Park in Poole is where watermen go to get wet without actually swimming. It looks like a place for brave sailors who fear heights. Grab your waterproofs!
Staple CrossScheduled monument · 1.2 miExplorer Tom Staple Cross in Bournemouth is playing hard to get. The record says it’s there, but no one can find it. Maybe it’s shy! Snap a photo if you spot the remains!
1958 boac Bristol Britannia crashAviation accident · 1.6 miExplorer Tom 1958 boac Bristol Britannia crash site is where a plane met the ground with a big thud. No plaque yet, just history. Imagine the noise! Look around the area and see if you feel any tension.
Avon BeachBeach / strand · 1.9 miExplorer Tom Avon Beach is lying down and refusing to get up. Tell it the sun's out! It might throw a sandcastle at your face, so watch out!
Visitor Centre Stanpit Marsh Local Nature ReserveVisitor information · 2.1 miExplorer Tom Visitor Centre Stanpit Marsh Local Nature Reserve is playing hide-and-seek with me. A tale says a marsh wader hides here, but there was no trace of it even then. Take a picture for me if you pass!
Christchurch CastleArchaeological place · 2.2 miExplorer Tom Christchurch Castle is just an archaeological place, which means it’s probably half gone. But it’s got style! Take a picture of whatever rubble is left and send it my way.
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