The South's Finest Privately Owned Historic Gardens
Compton Acres invites you to escape to a different world. The new Compton Acres has more features than ever before.
Compton Acres was built in 1929 and is a wonderful example of a historic garden in the UK. It is of late Victorian Mixed Style design with seven distinct gardens to wander aound and enjoy, including the Italian Garden and the Japenese Garden.
As well as its beautiful ten acres of gardens, there are exciting shopping opportunities, restaurants, a delicatessen, regular events and, with further all-weather facilities planned for the near future. Compton Acres in Poole, Dorset is fast becoming one of the most visited and prestigious family attractions on the South Coast.
Compton Acres is open 12 months of the year 7 days of the week at the following times
9am - 6pm 1st April - 31st October (last entry 5pm)
10am - 4pm 1st November - 31st March (last entry 3pm)
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to go to the Children’s Zone, our new page completely dedicated to kids!
The Italian Villa
Compton Acres offers clients an elegant and stylish setting for a host of Gala events and celebrations. We are licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, so let us provide the perfect venue for your wedding and reception. The Italian Garden becomes your exclusive wedding garden, the ideal setting for memorable photos.
The Italian Villa is also the ideal venue for product launches, AGM's, exhibitions, conferences, birthday parties and anniversary celebrations.
CHRISTMAS AT COMPTON ACRES!
Every Wednesday from 26th November - 17th December: Late night opening until 8pm in our 3 shops, Carol singing, Santa's grotto, illumination of the Italian Garden, festive food at Sorridi Cafe and Restaurant.
Please see our News and Events page for further information
Annual Pass Offer
From November 1st 2008 to 28th February 2009 you can purchase an annual pass for a reduced rate. A family pass for £30, usually £80(2 adults, 3 children). Or a single pass for £12, usually £30!! Visit as often as you like from the date of purchase.
All you need to do is bring a passport size photograph and fill in the relevant form at the ticket office.
As an added bonus we are offering 10% off in our newly refurbished Harbourview Café!
ONLY VALID IN THE HARBOURVIEW CAFÉ, SEASONAL OPENING TIMES APPLY
Don't miss out! The perfect present for Christmas.