RNLI College

RNLI college view from water

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Child (min 10 years)£2.50 per person per day
Per Tour£7.50 per ticket

Booking in advance is necessary. Please contact reception to book your place on the College Discovery Tour on 0300 300 7654 or reception@rnli.org.uk.

Opening Times

Tour Times (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Jan 2025)
DayTimes
Monday - Thursday10:30 - 12:00*
14:00 - 15:30*
Friday10:30 - 12:00*
15:30 - 17:00*
Saturday11:00 - 12:30*
14:00 - 15:30*
Sunday10:30 - 12:00*
14:00 - 15:30*
Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change
West Quay Road
Poole
Dorset
BH15 1HZ
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Tel0300 3007654

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.5 of 5 stars
    • Service
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      5 of 5 stars
    • Location
      5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      1081
    • Very Good
      226
    • Average
      39
    • Poor
      10
    • Terrible
      4

    Recent Reviews:

    • 918anng
      Horsham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Loved the RNLI college and would come again!
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 25th February 2024
      Rarely do you stay in a place that has everything - the RNLI College is well run, comfortable, lovely well kitted out rooms, stunning view and above all incredibly helpful and friendly staff. Can’t... Read full review
    • Liz C
      Alcester, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      An extra special hotel
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 28th February 2024
      It’s not every day that you get to eat breakfast in the company of real heroes but you can if you stay here. Even better, you can see them being put through their paces with great views from each... Read full review
    • dwarfie
      Somerset
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Weekend trip
      4 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 13th March 2024
      We attended a function so decided to stay. Rooms very comfortable, everything you want in a hotel. Buffet breakfast, plenty of choice, bar well stocked & staff all very friendly & helpful. Not too... Read full review

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