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Down by the lake, Stapehill Abbey Gardens

About Ferndown

This town lies amidst noted countryside between Wimborne Minster and Ringwood. It is a modern town which draws its prosperity from its close proximity to Bournemouth and Poole.

Until the past century this was a little known place which was sparsely populated. The town was "put on the map" by two market gardeners who left their homeland of Scotland to set up in business in a softer more gentle climate. The fact that their business prospered is largely responsible for the town we see today.

The town is well known for the popular tourist attraction of what was once a former convent, Stapehill Abbey and Knoll Gardens can be found within easy driving distance.

The town has pleasant pubs, inns, restaurants and cafe's. It lies on the main tourist route to Poole

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Hotels & Accommodation in Ferndown

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	Premier Inn Bournemouth/Ferndown Ferndown, Dorset, England (0.9 miles, 1.5 km) On the A31 Ringwood Road, just 5 miles (8 km) from Bournemouth Airport, the hotel offers great value, with free parking and spacious, comfortable and modern en suite rooms.... More info and book online.. Price from £56.00
	Dudsbury Golf Club - Hotel And Spa Ferndown, Dorset, England (1.6 miles, 2.5 km, direction S) With wonderful views across the Stour Valley, Dudsbury Golf Club features an elegant piano bar, a luxury spa and scenic golf course. The hotel is set in Dorset countryside, just outside Ferndown.... More info and book online.. Price from £70.00
	The Bridge House- A CityLodge Hotel Ferndown, Dorset, England (2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction S) In picturesque surroundings beside the River Stour, this hotel is 2 miles from Bournemouth Airport. It offers free Wi-Fi and free parking, a 15-minute drive from the coast.... More info and book online.. Price from £32.00
	St Leonards Hotel Saint Leonards, Dorset, England (3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction NE) This traditional country hotel is situated in beautiful woodland, on the edge of the New Forest. It has a large garden, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi, 20 minutes’ drive from Bournemouth.... More info and book online.. Price from £35.00
	Les Bouviers Restaurant With Rooms Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England (3.1 miles, 5.0 km, direction SW) Set in 5.5 acres of green belt land with 6 stunning rooms overlooking the grounds, here a nationally acclaimed restaurant is supported by art themed accommodation.... More info and book online.. Price from £72.00

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Nearby travel help

Bournemouth Airport	(3.5 miles, 5.7 km, direction SE)
Branksome Station	(5.6 miles, 8.9 km, direction S)
Bournemouth Station	(5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction S)
M27 Junction 1	(15.6 miles, 25.2 km, direction NE)
M27 Junction 2	(18.8 miles, 30.3 km, direction NE)
Southampton Airport	(25.9 miles, 41.7 km, direction NE)
Ferndown to London	(91.0 miles, 146.5 km, direction NE)