Explore your town
Discover Broadstone
Explore Broadstone’s green spaces, local heritage, high street and links across Dorset.
Explore Broadstone
Find your way around
Pick a topic and start exploring what Broadstone has to offer.
Outdoors
Parks and green spaces
Broadstone Recreation Ground on Charborough Road has a play area, cricket facilities, a pavilion and parking. Before you visit, check BCP Council’s page for opening and dog-control information.
Plan a visit to the recreation ground
Our story
From railway junction to thriving community
Broadstone grew substantially after railway expansion in the late nineteenth century. Its Victorian and Edwardian development, district centre and green setting continue to shape the place people know today.
Local highlights
Independent shops, green spaces and community spirit
Broadstone combines the convenience of a welcoming local centre with room to get outdoors and a lively community calendar.
A high street with character
Browse local shops, stop for coffee and find useful everyday services in Broadstone’s compact centre.
Space to breathe
Enjoy the recreation ground, neighbourhood green spaces and nearby heathland throughout the seasons.
Events that bring people together
From Broadstone Fun Day and Rock on the Rec to activities led by local groups, there are plenty of reasons to join in.
Plan your journey
Getting here and getting around
Broadstone is north-west of Poole, with bus connections towards Poole and Wimborne. Check current operator timetables and travel information before setting out.