Home of Upton House
and 160 acres of parkland, shoreline & formal gardens
Free admission, 7 days a week, all year round. Car Parking charges apply
Gates open 8am – 9pm (April to September)
Poole’s award-winning Country Park
160 acres of park and woodland, 2.6km of shoreline, a stream, 32 acres of formal garden, 6 types of natural habitat and 2,000 years of history… Upton Country Park has it all!
Open ’til dusk every day, all year round. No admission fees, beautiful grounds, regular outdoor events, lots of child-friendly activities and great walking/cycling links.
The Park team are confident this is the best place to spend a day out in Poole, but don’t just take our word for it, take a look around our website and start planning your visit!
So much to see and do!
Marvel at the grandeur of our Grade II* listed Georgian mansion house and discover a rich diversity of wildlife along the shoreline. Children can let off steam at Spurrier’s Play Park or enjoy a ball game on the sweeping front lawn, while creative minds will find hands-on activities in the Courtyard Barn. For a quieter moment, lose yourself in the beauty of tranquil woodlands or the botanical Walled Garden.
Whatever the weather, there’s plenty to enjoy during your visit — from walking the dog through scenic parkland to browsing the work of local artists in the Gallery Upstairs, before pausing for a well-earned treat in the Tea Rooms.
Opens Thurs 23 July
Our FREE Summer Trail – discover the hidden magic to be found in the everyday natural world …
Bouncy Fun Play
In the Walled Garden, 10.30am-4pm on Thurs 23 & Fri 24 July (and cool off in the Splash Fountain)
Summer Splash Fountain
Twice daily, 11am-1pm & 2-4pm
In the Walled Garden ’til end September
The Tea Rooms
The Tea Rooms & Terrace open daily from 9.30am for drinks & light refreshments
Latest Park News
Upton Country Park recognised among the UK’s best parks
Coveted Green Flag status awarded once again for Upton Country Park, as the internationally recognised standard for parks and green spaces celebrates its 30th year….
Art in the Park 2026 – create an artwork outdoors in one day, open to all
Sunday 7 June 10am-3pm in the Country Park. Prizes to be won. Run by PEDAS for those who love painting en plein air!
Celebrate with us!
Celebrate your special occasion in unforgettable surroundings at one of Dorset’s most distinctive event venues.
Renowned for our warm welcome and professional hospitality, Upton Country Park provides a beautiful setting for weddings, anniversary celebrations, corporate events and private gatherings.
From the elegant grandeur of Upton House to the relaxed, rural charm of the Walled Garden, each space offers its own unique atmosphere. Our dedicated events team will work closely with you to ensure every detail is taken care of, so your event unfolds seamlessly — just as you imagined.