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Visit Brownsea Island
Dorset Cruises fleet comprises purpose built seagoing ships, each, with a certificate to carry around 200 passengers.
They have wide open decks, comfortable observation saloons, well-stocked refreshment bars and toilet facilities. A well informed commentary is provided on most sailings.
Bicycles and well behaved dogs are welcome aboard (at the discretion of the master) and carried free of charge. Dogs are not permitted to land upon Brownsea Island.
For full details of booking and embarkation, please see Dorset Cruises.
Brownsea Island day trip
Enjoy a day trip to Brownsea Island – a 500 acre island of pinewood, heathland and sandy beaches.
Old Harry Rocks & Jurassic heritage coast cruise
What better way to see the picture postcard sights of Old Harry Rocks and the stunning Purbeck and Jurassic coastlines.
Sandbanks & Poole harbour cruise
Combine the delights of Poole Harbour and the Dorset Coastline with this one hour cruise.
Swanage & Corfe Castle excursion
An excursion to the victorian town of Swanage, with views of the spectacular Jurassic coastline.
Visit Bournemouth
A great excursion and a chance to explore a town that has something for everyone!
Shockwave speedboat rides
If it’s pure exhilaration you’re after, ride. Shockwave the Dorset Belles’ wilder cousin!
Isle of Wight cruise
Hengistbury Head, Christchurch Priory, Hurst Castle and the Needles lighthouse & rocks are some of the sights you will see.
For more information please contact us or call us on +44 (0)1202 556529.
Bournemouth bar & restaurant
The Ventana Brasserie and Bar is a very large yet opulent venue which combines art deco luxury and contemporary style. Table service and huge selections of premium drinks define its status as one of the town’s top venues. There is no other venue in Bournemouth that can accommodate such a variety in its offering.
Our mission statement
"A modern resort style hotel which has achieved one of Bournemouth's highest AA 3 Star hotel ratings. We offer good quality, comfortable, 3 star hotel rooms." Read our mission statement.
Explore Bar Ventana
Telephone: +44 (0)1202 556529. Fax: +44 (0)1202 311394. Address Bar Ventana, East Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3AF.