The green at Ashley Cross is ringed by bars, restaurants and independent shops, which makes it Poole's evening quarter away from the Quay. Parkstone station is two minutes' walk, which is a large part of why.
Pitch & Prep provides supportive, player-focused football coaching sessions across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, New Milton and surrounding areas.
Source checkedChinese takeaway on Ashley Road cooking to order for collection and delivery around Ashley Cross.
Source checkedFamily-run Sardinian and Italian kitchen in Parkstone, open Tuesday to Saturday evenings.
All-you-can-eat Chinese in Parkstone, every dish cooked to order rather than held on a buffet.
Source checkedIndependent coffee shop on Parr Street, open from half past six on weekdays.
Hair, beauty and skin salon on Ashley Road in Parkstone, established in 2006, open late on Wednesdays.
Barber shop on Ashley Road in Poole, open seven days, taking walk-ins as well as online bookings.
Independent estate agent on Station Road at Ashley Cross in Lower Parkstone, selling homes across Poole.
Pizza, kebab and burger takeaway on Ashley Road in Poole, with collection and delivery from 4pm every day.
Family-run pub in Ashley Cross, established 1833, with a conservatory, garden, weekend breakfasts and live music.
Independent craft beer bar and bottleshop on Parr Street in Ashley Cross, with a large beer garden.
Nepalese and Indian restaurant on Ashley Road in Poole, open evenings for dining in, takeaway and local delivery.
Neighbourhood ramen restaurant on Ashley Road in Parkstone, open Wednesday to Saturday evenings.
Microsuction ear wax removal for adults, held at Evergreen Oak Surgery on Commercial Road in Parkstone.