Guide to Weymouth

Car Hire in Poole

Weymouth is a busy seaside town in the county of Dorset on the south coast of England.�Wonderfully located�on the shore of Weymouth Bay, it�has been a favourite tourist destination for more than a two hundred years. King George III regularly frequented the town over a number of years creating one of�the first seaside tourist destinations in England.�Weymouth Tourist Centre is at the King's Statue, The Esplanade or contact +44 (0) 1305 785747 for further information.

Weymouth has much to offer travellers to the area, from the splendid Georgian architecture along the sea front to the unusual depiction of King George on his horse carved into the chalk hillside. Nestled in the narrow streets, visitors will find cosy cafes serving delicious home baked goods and tasty food. Modern bars and traditional pubs add to the pleasant mix of attractions within town limits. There are many beautiful buildings in Weymouth, the Tudor House on Trinity Street, was restored in the style of a 17th century home and is a great introduction in the history of the town. The Heritage Centre, located in Hope Square in a converted brewery, is an exciting step back into the history of the town. Crafts, fine foods and gifts are available in the Centre's Shopping Village.
Wherever visitors go, water and the sea are a constant theme with museums dedicated to local maritime history and events. Not far from the town is the Weymouth Nature Reserve, 225 acres of marshlands, reeds and wildlife. Marked trails and visitor points make a nice adventure with leaflets for children making it a good place for discovery.

Around Weymouth are many interesting attractions that make excellent day-trips. The Nothe, on the tip of the coastline, has remnants of the Victorian fort complete with ramparts and exhibits detailing the history of the region as well as a tearoom for thirsty visitors. The Sealife Park and Marine Sanctuary is home to seals, otters, penguins, turtles and other wildlife from the sea. Children will enjoy seeing all the animals close up as well as enjoying the splash pool and slide. Water is a constant theme in this area where the sea plays such an interesting part. Bennett's Water Gardens in Chickerell has a selection of more than 150 varieties of water lilies and tropical plants.

Argus Rentals provide car hire in Poole, near Weymouth,�and other locations in the United Kingdom. Book today with Argus Rentals and enjoy your journey around�south England.