Poole Park offers 110 acres of open parkland, beautiful gardens, two large play areas, tennis courts, bowling greens, a miniature railway, cycle track, cricket pitch, fitness trail, crazy golf, indoor soft play zone, pottery studio, and two cafés. The large saline lagoon gives the park a distinctive character, and provides opportunities for watersports of all types, including a model yacht enclosure. Despite its popularity, there are areas for people to enjoy the peace and quiet and stunning floral displays.

Bordering Poole Harbour and within walking distance of the town centre, Poole Park is a much-loved family-friendly open space that retains its original Victorian plan (it was formally opened by the Prince of Wales in 1890), many original features and is registered by Historic England for its special historic interest.

Following the award of a £2.7 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant in 2017, the Park underwent an extensive £3.5 million 4-year project of improvements to conserve its unique features and to secure its enduring viability and appeal for future generations.