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Toast the season on a 70‑minute cruise around Poole Harbour with mulled wine, mince pies and live commentary. Glide past Brownsea Island and Sandbanks while learning about the area's natural history and coastal culture.
Toast the season on a 70‑minute cruise around Poole Harbour with mulled wine, mince pies and live commentary. Glide past Brownsea Island and Sandbanks while learning about the area's natural history and coastal culture.
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Operated by Coastal Cruises Poole · Poole, Dorset
You step aboard as the quay lights wink off the water and the captain's voice cuts through the December air: a promise of warm mulled wine and the slow sweep of Poole Harbour.
easy.
70 minutes.
Suitable for most active travellers; requires basic mobility to board and move on deck
Boarding is at the Blue Coastal Cruises kiosk on Poole Quay; exchange your voucher there before departure.
Yes — infants and small children can ride in a pram; crew can assist with boarding but supervise children on deck.
The operator may cancel for bad weather; the listing offers a full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours prior or due to weather on the day.
A complimentary glass of mulled wine and a mince pie are provided for adults; soft drinks for children, and a licensed bar is available on board.
Poole Harbour formed from drowned river valleys and tidal scouring; Victorian leisure and 20th‑century conservation have both shaped its modern shorelines.
Brownsea Island is a protected nature reserve and local operators encourage low‑impact visits — avoid feeding wildlife and stick to designated paths when ashore.
Coastal Cruises Poole operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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