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George V postbox on BroadwayOld post box · 207 ydExplorer Tom George V postbox on Broadway in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is on Broadway, which sounds more Hollywood than here. It’s just a box. Take a photo for the record!
St Katherine, Southbourne: statueMonument or public art · 643 ydExplorer Tom St Katherine, Southbourne: statue is standing tall and proud, probably thinking she’s the queen of the beach. Bet she gets jealous when the seagulls steal chips from tourists’ hands.
Wick HouseListed building · 723 ydExplorer Tom Wick House on Wick Lane is a classic example of naming things after themselves. It's Grade II listed, so it's got some character and possibly damp. The caption just says 'House', which isn't very inspiring. Take a pic anyway.
Wick GreenPark · 801 ydExplorer Tom Wick Green is probably having a secret council meeting with the local ducks right now. No records? Just listen for the quacks.
Southbourne BeachBeach / strand · 927 ydExplorer Tom Southbourne Beach is waving goodbye to the day. Tell it not to cry! It's just the tide being dramatic. Give it a high-five for me!
Christchurch: Rotary Club wishing wellOld or holy well · 1269 ydExplorer Tom Christchurch Rotary Club wishing well is where you can make a wish. I hope it comes true, unlike my dating life. Drop a coin in if you dare and tell me what you wished!
Pre-Conquest monastery, early Christian cemetery, Augustinian priory and a motte and bailey castle at ChristchurchScheduled monument · 1404 ydExplorer Tom Pre-Conquest monastery in Christchurch is layering its history like a very confused lasagna. Monks, Christians, and knights all piled up here. Take a picture for me if you spot any lingering monks!
Christchurch CastleArchaeological place · 1452 ydExplorer 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.
Stour RoadVisitor information · 1617 ydExplorer Tom Stour Road in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is just a road, but it's got a picture of itself. Very narcissistic. I bet it leads nowhere interesting unless you're lost on purpose.
MillhamsWood · 1660 ydExplorer Tom Millhams Wood in Poole is playing hard to get with its tangled branches. Local legend insists a lost explorer's hat still sits on an oak branch. Snap a photo of any suspiciously quiet leaves!
Aviation monumentMonument or public art · 1755 ydExplorer Tom The Aviation monument probably missed the plane by seconds. It's just standing there looking heroic on the map. I bet it knows things. Take a picture before it flies off.
Hengistbury Head Visitor CentreVisitor information · 1.1 miExplorer Tom Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre is playing hide-and-seek with me. A tale says a headland ghost haunts this place, but there was no trace of it even then. Take a picture for me if you pass!
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