Other famous residents include: Tony Pulis – former Stoke City Manager (who also managed our local team AFC Bournemouth). Graeme Souness – retired footballer and manager, now media commentator. Jamie Redknapp – retired footballer, now media commentator (also played for AFC Bournemouth when his father was manager)
Which celebs live in Poole?
Read on to find out which famous and notable people were born and bred in Poole!
- Edgar Wright.
- John Le Carré
- Greg Lake.
- Sir Roger Gale.
- Kyle Taylor.
- Louisa Clein.
- Katy Hill.
- Brianna Stubbs.
Who lives on Sandbanks Millionaire’s Row?
Inside Harry Redknapp and wife Sandra’s £7m house on ‘Millionaire’s Row’ as they ‘sell it and move out’ Former footballer Harry Redknapp opened the doors to his secluded Sandbanks home that he has shared for many years with wife Sandra and two dogs Lou Lou and Barney.
Do any celebrities live in Dorset?
Deep Purple frontman Ian Gillan lives in Lyme Regis, as does celebrity chef and food writer Mark Hix. The latter opened a new seafood restaurant in the town last year.
Which famous people live in Bournemouth?
12 famous people who have lived in Bournemouth
- Tony Hancock. One of Britain’s best-known comedians and actors was brought up in Bournemouth where his father worked as an entertainer at the Railway Hotel in Holdenhurst Road.
- Alex James.
- J.R.R Tolkien.
- Jane Goodall.
- Tony Blackburn.
- Bill Bryson.
- Gareth Malone.
- Freddie Mills.
Is Poole posh?
Yes! Poole is often named in the top 10 nicest places to live in the UK, and it’s easy to see why.
Is Poole a rich area?
It will come as no surprise to some that for Dorset, the areas of Poole, Christchurch and Ferndown have ranked as the top three most expensive areas to live in the county and are above the Dorset average.
Which celebrities have houses at Sandbanks?
Footballers like Graham Souness, Harry Redknapp, Jamie Redknapp, and Tony Pulis all call Sandbanks their home. Celebrity chef, Rick Stein, also lives in Sandbanks and his famous restaurant is located on the main road.
Where is Millionaires Row in Poole?
Positioned on the end of the exclusive peninsula in Poole Harbour, Dorset, 112 Panorama Road backs right onto the water. It has stunning views of the harbour entrance that multi-million pound yachts regularly sail in and out of, and looks across the water to Brownsea Island.
Is Sandbanks a rich area?
Sandbanks is renowned for attracting the rich and famous, with mansions enjoying stunning views across Poole Harbour.
Who is the most famous person in Dorset?
Notable People
- Ethelbald (834-860) Ethelbald was King of Wessex from 856-860.
- Sir Walter Raleigh (c. 1554 –1618)
- Mary Channing 1687 – 1706.
- Vice-Admiral Hardy 1769 – 1839.
- Mary Anning (1799 –1847)
- William Henry Fox Talbot (1800 –1877)
- William Barnes (1801 –1886)
- Thomas Hardy (1840 –1928)
Is Sandbanks the richest place in the world?
It boasts of being the world’s fourth most expensive location and is synonymous with improbably opulent mansions such as Harbour View, which last year was tipped to be Sandbanks’ first £10m house.
What is the prettiest village in Dorset?
BEST VILLAGES IN DORSET – 10 PRETTIEST LOCATIONS
- Corfe Castle.
- Shaftesbury.
- West Lulworth.
- Abbotsbury.
- Worth Matravers.
- Milton Abbas.
- Chedington.
- Briantspuddle.
What is the poshest part of Bournemouth?
What are Bournemouth’s most expensive streets?
- Little Forest Road. Postcode: BH4. Average value: £1,187,000.
- Leven Avenue. Postcode: BH4.
- Berwick Road. Postcode: BH3.
- Glenferness Avenue. Postcode: BH3.
- Rothesay Road. Postcode: BH4.
- Oban Road. Postcode: BH3.
- Southbourne Coast Road. Postcode: BH6.
- Dunkeld Road. Postcode: BH3.
What is the best area of Bournemouth to live?
Best Places to Live in Bournemouth
- Westbourne. Westbourne is ‘in’ Bournemouth but it feels like a village with a distinct identity, and it’s hugely popular with newcomers.
- Boscombe. This seaside suburb of Bournemouth has had a bad press over the years.
- Sandbanks.
- Southbourne.
- Winton.
What’s Poole famous for?
Poole is a picturesque seaside town on the Dorset coast. It is situated in between Swanage and Bournemouth and known for its bustling quayside and rich maritime history. In the past it was famous for its commercial fishing fleet and ship building endeavours.
Is Poole nicer than Bournemouth?
Bournemouth is the better, prettier and more compact high street compared to Poole, with department stores, a big book shop and plenty of cafes along with way.
What is the oldest pub in Poole?
Tucked away in Poole’s historic old town behind The Quay, the Antelope Inn is highly popular with our guests. Said to be the oldest hotel in Poole, this characterful coach house has been welcoming weary travellers for over 500 years.
Is Sandbanks a nice place to live?
Sandbanks really captivates people – to have a harbour as stunning as ours on one side and glorious white sand beaches on the other is probably its most unique appeal; on a sunny day it could beat any destination in the world.
What’s the most expensive house in Sandbanks?
The record for the most expensive house sold in Sandbanks is currently the £10million paid for football manager Harry Redknapp’s former six-bed mansion.
Where should I live in Poole?
About the Area
- Poole Quay and Old Town. Poole’s historic quayside is at the heart of its community.
- Poole Harbour.
- Parkstone & Branksome.
- Canford Cliffs & Sandbanks.
- Studland and the Isle of Purbeck.
- Surrounding areas and into Dorset.