Alexandra Park is a large formal public park in Upper Parkstone, Poole, known for its children’s play areas.
- Location: Alexandra Road, Poole, BH14 9EW
- Facilities: play area, café and toilets
- Parking: free street parking
Where is Alexandra Park?
Alexandra Park is in Upper Parkstone, a district of Poole, at Alexandra Road, Poole, BH14 9EW. That puts it outside central Bournemouth, so plan for a drive or another suitable journey from your starting point.
BCP Council describes the park as a large, formal green space with children’s play areas. The facilities include a café and toilets, alongside the play area.
What can you expect at Alexandra Park?
The park combines formal grounds with open public space and a children’s play area. Dogs are allowed, but not inside the fenced play area, so keep that boundary in mind if you’re visiting with a dog.
Alexandra Park Café is also located at the park. The grounds are licensed for outdoor-event hire, though that does not mean an event will be taking place during your visit.
How do you get to Alexandra Park from Bournemouth?
Alexandra Park is about a 10-minute drive or a 50-minute walk from Ullswater Hotel. The park’s council page does not identify public-transport routes serving it.
If you’re planning a day around Bournemouth as well, the park is in Poole rather than the town centre. A one-day Bournemouth route from the town centre can help you shape the town-centre part of your plans.
Parking, access and opening details
Free street parking is available at Alexandra Park. No parking-space count or specific parking streets are given, so check local signs when you arrive.
The BCP Council park page does not give regular opening or closing times. It also does not publish path-surface or wheelchair-accessibility details. Check the official site before you go for current practical information.
Planning a visit alongside Bournemouth
Because Alexandra Park is in Upper Parkstone, Poole, it works best as a separate stop in plans that include Bournemouth. You can make the park your main destination for that part of the day, then account for the journey back to town rather than assuming it sits within the town-centre area.
FAQs
Is Alexandra Park in Bournemouth?
It is commonly associated with the wider Bournemouth area, but the park is in Upper Parkstone, Poole.
Can you take a dog to Alexandra Park?
Yes. Dogs are allowed in the park except inside the fenced play area.
Is there parking at Alexandra Park?
Free street parking is available. The council does not specify a space count or name particular streets for parking.