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RNLI College

West Quay Road RNLI College
Rated 9.1 in 2249 reviews

RNLI College in Poole, United Kingdom, offers a distinctive and enriching experience for guests who are keen to explore the picturesque southern coast of England. Located on the waterfront in the historic Quay area, the hotel provides stunning views over Holes Bay and is a convenient base for discovering the attractions in and around Poole.

The hotel's connection to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution adds a unique element to its offerings, as it serves not only as accommodation but also as a training college for lifeboat crews. This connection allows guests to immerse themselves in the world of lifesaving and maritime safety, with opportunities to participate in guided tours that explore the lifeboat training facilities and simulators.

RNLI College features a range of well-appointed rooms designed for comfort and practicality, creating an environment where guests can unwind after a day of exploring. Each room is tastefully decorated and equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a pleasant stay. The on-site restaurant, Riggers, provides a relaxed dining atmosphere, offering a menu that highlights locally sourced produce and offers impressive views of the harbor.

The hotel's proximity to Poole Quay means that guests can easily enjoy local attractions, including boat trips to Brownsea Island or visits to the nearby Poole Museum and bustling quay. Additionally, the college's location affords easy access to the wider Dorset region, renowned for its natural beauty and historical landmarks.

With its waterfront setting, deep ties to maritime heritage, and excellent facilities, RNLI College provides a memorable stay for those visiting Poole, whether for leisure or as part of a deeper exploration into the lifesaving community.

Climate and Weather

January
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Michelin Restaurants in Poole and near RNLI College

Poole Museum
Poole Museum
Grade I listed local museum in Poole, United Kingdom
480m / 0.3mi
St Mary's Church, Longfleet
St Mary's Church, Longfleet
Church in Poole, UK
1.4km / 0.85mi
St James' Church, Poole
St James' Church, Poole
Church in Poole, UK
360m / 400yd
Poole Park
Poole Park
Park in Poole, United Kingdom
1km / 0.61mi
Scaplen's Court
Scaplen's Court
15th century Grade I listed house in Poole, Dorset, England, UK, used as a museum
460m / 0.29mi
Robert Baden-Powell
Robert Baden-Powell
Statue in Poole, Dorset
0.6km / 0.37mi
Baptist Chapel
Baptist Chapel
Chapel in Poole, Dorset, England, UK
320m / 350yd
St Michael
Church in Hamworthy-Poole, Dorset
1.5km / 0.92mi
Brownsea Castle
Brownsea Castle
Grade II listed Device Fort in Purbeck, United Kingdom
3.8km / 2.4mi
St Dunstan of Canterbury Orthodox Church
St Dunstan of Canterbury Orthodox Church
Grade II* listed church in Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, England, UK
3.6km / 2.3mi
Upton House
Upton House
House in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset, England, UK
2.7km / 1.7mi
Alexandra Park, Poole
Alexandra Park, Poole
Park
3.9km / 2.5mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Poole, UK
2.7km / 1.7mi
Church of Saint Mary
Church of Saint Mary
Church on Brownsea Island in Dorset, England, UK
3.6km / 2.2mi
The Engine House
House in Studland, Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK
3.8km / 2.4mi
Holy Angels
Church in Lilliput, Poole
3.6km / 2.3mi
Church of St John the Evangelist
Church of St John the Evangelist
Church building in Poole, Dorset, England, UK
3.7km / 2.3mi
St Luke
St Luke
Church in Parkstone, Poole
3.4km / 2.1mi
St Clements
Church in Poole
3.4km / 2.1mi
George Augustus Cavendish-Bentink Monument, 8M East Of Chancel Of Church Of St Mary
George Augustus Cavendish-Bentink Monument, 8M East Of Chancel Of Church Of St Mary
Monument in Studland, Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK
3.6km / 2.3mi
Brownsea Island Scout camp
1907 location of first Scout camp
3.2km / 2mi
Christ Church
Church in Creekmoor, Dorset
2.9km / 1.8mi
St Gabriel's Church
Church in Hamworthy, Dorset
2.7km / 1.7mi
St Dunstan
Church in Upton, Dorset
3.5km / 2.2mi
St. George's Church
St. George's Church
Church in Poole, Dorset, England, UK
2.4km / 1.5mi
Parish Church of St Aldhelm
Parish Church of St Aldhelm
Church in Poole, UK
5.1km / 3.1mi
Christ Church
Church in Westbourne, Dorset
5.9km / 3.7mi
Church of All Saints
Church of All Saints
Church building in Poole, Dorset, England, UK
5.1km / 3.2mi
Church of the Transfiguration
Church of the Transfiguration
Church in Poole
4.6km / 2.9mi
The Good Shepherd
Church in Parkstone, Poole
4.7km / 2.9mi
St Nicolas
St Nicolas
Church in Sandbanks, Poole
4.7km / 2.9mi
St Pauls
St Pauls
Church in Canford Heath, Dorset
4.1km / 2.6mi
Heavy Anti-aircraft battery on Arne Hill
Anti-aircraft battery in Arne, Dorset, England, UK
4.6km / 2.9mi
Lychett Minster Parish Church
Lychett Minster Parish Church
Church building in Lytchett Minster, Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK
5.3km / 3.3mi
Saint John the Baptist
Church in Broadstone, Dorset
5km / 3.1mi
Parish Church of St Nicholas
Parish Church of St Nicholas
Church in Arne, Dorset, England, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Sacred Heart Church, Bournemouth
Sacred Heart Church, Bournemouth
Church in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset, England, UK
7.8km / 4.8mi
Bournemouth West railway station
Bournemouth West railway station
Railway station in Bournemouth, the UK
6.7km / 4.1mi
St Peter's Church, Bournemouth
St Peter's Church, Bournemouth
Church in Bournemouth, UK
8km / 5mi
St Mark's Church
St Mark's Church
Victorian church in Bournemouth, Dorset, England, UK
6.9km / 4.3mi
St Stephen's Church
St Stephen's Church
Church in Bournemouth, Dorset, England
7.7km / 4.8mi
Church of St Michael (including Tower)
Church of St Michael (including Tower)
Church in Bournemouth, UK
7.1km / 4.4mi
Church of St Ambrose
Church of St Ambrose
Church in Bournemouth, UK
6.2km / 3.9mi
West Cliff Railway
West Cliff Railway
Lift running from the clifftop to the beach in Bournemouth, Dorset
7.6km / 4.7mi
Meyrick Park
Park in Bournemouth, Dorset, England, UK
7.5km / 4.7mi

What to do in Poole and near RNLI College

Poole Museum
Poole Museum
Grade I listed local museum in Poole, United Kingdom
480m / 0.3mi
St Mary's Church, Longfleet
St Mary's Church, Longfleet
Church in Poole, UK
1.4km / 0.85mi
St James' Church, Poole
St James' Church, Poole
Church in Poole, UK
360m / 400yd
Poole Park
Poole Park
Park in Poole, United Kingdom
1km / 0.61mi
Scaplen's Court
Scaplen's Court
15th century Grade I listed house in Poole, Dorset, England, UK, used as a museum
460m / 0.29mi
Robert Baden-Powell
Robert Baden-Powell
Statue in Poole, Dorset
0.6km / 0.37mi
Baptist Chapel
Baptist Chapel
Chapel in Poole, Dorset, England, UK
320m / 350yd
St Michael
Church in Hamworthy-Poole, Dorset
1.5km / 0.92mi
Brownsea Castle
Brownsea Castle
Grade II listed Device Fort in Purbeck, United Kingdom
3.8km / 2.4mi
St Dunstan of Canterbury Orthodox Church
St Dunstan of Canterbury Orthodox Church
Grade II* listed church in Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, England, UK
3.6km / 2.3mi
Upton House
Upton House
House in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset, England, UK
2.7km / 1.7mi
Alexandra Park, Poole
Alexandra Park, Poole
Park
3.9km / 2.5mi
Church of St Peter
Church of St Peter
Church in Poole, UK
2.7km / 1.7mi
Church of Saint Mary
Church of Saint Mary
Church on Brownsea Island in Dorset, England, UK
3.6km / 2.2mi
The Engine House
House in Studland, Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK
3.8km / 2.4mi
Holy Angels
Church in Lilliput, Poole
3.6km / 2.3mi
Church of St John the Evangelist
Church of St John the Evangelist
Church building in Poole, Dorset, England, UK
3.7km / 2.3mi
St Luke
St Luke
Church in Parkstone, Poole
3.4km / 2.1mi
St Clements
Church in Poole
3.4km / 2.1mi
George Augustus Cavendish-Bentink Monument, 8M East Of Chancel Of Church Of St Mary
George Augustus Cavendish-Bentink Monument, 8M East Of Chancel Of Church Of St Mary
Monument in Studland, Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK
3.6km / 2.3mi
Brownsea Island Scout camp
1907 location of first Scout camp
3.2km / 2mi
Christ Church
Church in Creekmoor, Dorset
2.9km / 1.8mi
St Gabriel's Church
Church in Hamworthy, Dorset
2.7km / 1.7mi
St Dunstan
Church in Upton, Dorset
3.5km / 2.2mi
St. George's Church
St. George's Church
Church in Poole, Dorset, England, UK
2.4km / 1.5mi
Parish Church of St Aldhelm
Parish Church of St Aldhelm
Church in Poole, UK
5.1km / 3.1mi
Christ Church
Church in Westbourne, Dorset
5.9km / 3.7mi
Church of All Saints
Church of All Saints
Church building in Poole, Dorset, England, UK
5.1km / 3.2mi
Church of the Transfiguration
Church of the Transfiguration
Church in Poole
4.6km / 2.9mi
The Good Shepherd
Church in Parkstone, Poole
4.7km / 2.9mi

About Poole

Poole, located on the south coast of England, offers a range of activities and attractions for visitors. One of the most notable features of Poole is its harbour, which is one of the largest natural harbours in the world. Strolling along the waterfront provides picturesque views and opportunities to observe local maritime activities.

Another highlight is Brownsea Island, accessible by ferry, which is renowned for its natural beauty and wildlife. The island is a great spot for walking, picnicking, and exploring its rich history, including the birthplace of the Scouting movement.

For those interested in history, the Poole Museum presents exhibitions that showcase the town's maritime heritage and local history. The museum is a valuable resource for understanding the cultural background of the area.

Additionally, the beaches in Poole, such as Sandbanks, offer a chance to relax by the sea, engage in water sports, or enjoy a leisurely walk. The sandy stretches are popular for sunbathing and family outings, making them a central attraction during the warmer months.

The Quay area is another focal point, featuring a variety of restaurants and cafes where visitors can enjoy local cuisine while overlooking the water. This area is bustling with activity and often hosts events and markets.

Finally, for those who appreciate nature, the Poole Park provides a green space for leisurely walks, picnics, and enjoying scenic views of the surrounding areas. There are also recreational facilities available, making it a suitable spot for families and individuals alike.

These diverse activities and attractions make Poole a destination that caters to various interests, whether one is looking for relaxation, history, or outdoor adventures.




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