Dinosaur Museum

See the fossils, skeletons and life size reconstructions of dinosaurs, the highlights of which are the Tyrannosaurus rex, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops. Interactive displays educate visitors about the prehistoric animals that ruled the Earth for over 140 million years.
Contact: 01305 269880
Address: Icen Way, Dorchester, Dorset DT1 1EW
Web:www.thedinosaurmuseum.com

Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

This attraction has been designed with the under-8s in mind. There are hands on activities, such as feeding the lambs and grooming the ponies. Children will also enjoy the play areas which include bouncy castles, ride-on tractors and a ball pit. Under 15 month olds are well catered for too with their own safe play area and excellent baby feeding and changing facilities.
Contact: 01202 622022
Address: Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset BH16 6EU
Web:www.farmerpalmer.co.uk

Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre

Monkey World provides a safe, permanent home for over 160 rescued primates. Keepers are willing to answer any questions and give half hourly talks about the centre's inhabitants. There are children's play areas, a pet's corner and woodland walks. Good facilities available for the disabled.
Contact: 01929 462537
Address: Near Wareham, Dorset BH20 6HH
Web: www.monkeyworld.org

Museum of Electricity

This museum is housed in an old Edwardian power station. Learn about the history of the electrical discoveries of the twentieth century, or enjoy the nostalgia of the museum's electrical appliance collection.
Contact: 01202 480467
Address: The Old Power Station, Bargates, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 1QE
Web: www.dorsetforyou.com

Oceanarium

See a dazzling array of sea life, from clown fish to piranhas and take a trip through the underwater tunnel. There are educational films, touch-screens and talks. Great if you are looking for family days out in Dorset.
Contact: 01202 311993
Address: Pier Approach, West Beach, Bournemouth, Dorset BH2 5AA
Web: www.oceanarium.co.uk

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