Seasonal what's on guide
Your ultimate guide to Spring and Summer at the RNLI College
Diamond Jubilee Cream Tea Party Friday 25 May
Get into the Jubilee spirit with our cream tea party from 3.30pm and have the chance to witness the departure of the new Eastbourne lifeboat to be named RNLI Diamond Jubilee. RNLI Chief Executive, Paul Boissier will be giving an address sending her on her way leaving under the amazing Twin Sails Bridge.
Tickets cost £3 per person and can be purchased from College reception until Wednesday 23 May.
Sea Survival Experience 14 & 29 July
For a unique and challenging experience nothing compares to the RNLI Sea Survival Experience.
Join us for a half day session and experience first hand the training Lifeboat crew rely upon everyday to save lives at sea. For more information or to book please contact the Events team on 01202 336141.
Christmas Party Nights - December and January
It's not too early to start thinking about Christmas 2012! Join us for our Christmas Party Nights on selected dates throughout December or why not hold a private event at the RNLI College.
Click here for more information.
Meet Beside the Sea July and August
Hold a cool meeting ay RNLI College, Poole. Delegates can enjoy stunning views and cool off by upgrading to a tub of Purbeck Ice Cream for only £2.70 per delegate. Prices from £35.00 for day delegates, subject to availability.
Call 01202 662261 for more details.
Shop at the RNLI College
Pick something up at our brand new shop and all profits go towards saving lives at sea.
Come see our range of gifts, cards, calendars, clothing and much more.
College Discovery Tours
Find out how our volunteer crews and lifeguards are trained with a behind-the-scenes 90-minute tour of the RNLI College. The tours are taking place twice daily Monday - Friday.
Tours cost £6.50 per person (no charge for College residents), please contact reception to book your place!
Euro Football Championships 8 June - 1 July
Come and watch the Euro Championships in the Slipway café:bar and enjoy a beer and a burger with chips for only £7.50!
Pimms O'Clock 25 June - 8 July
To help you get in the Wimbledon mood, the Slipway café:bar is offering a glass of Pimms and a delicious bowl of strawberries with cream for only £4.10 per person.
Champagne Afternoon Tea - July and August
Make the most of the summer with a Champagne afternoon tea for only £12.50 per person.
Includes a glass of champagne, a fruit scone with clotted cream and strawberry jam, assorted sandwiches and a pot of tea. Served in our Slipway café:bar.
Olympic Torch BBQ Lunch Friday 13 July
Join us for an Olympic torch-themed BBQ from 12:00 - 2:30pm for £14.00 per person.
Guests can enjoy a choice of salads, burgers, chicken, Lifeboat ale long dogs and haloumi and courgette kebabs before watching the Torch bearers on West Quay Road. Weather dependant. To book please contact reception.
Thursday Fireworks July and August
The fireworks start at 10pm, leaving you plenty of time to savour our delicious food, amazing views and alfresco dining options.
Fireworks are at Poole Quay (July) and Sandbanks Beach (August).
Meet Beside the Sea July and August
Hold a cool meeting at RNLI College. Delegates can enjoy stunning views and cool off by upgrading to a tub of Purbeck Ice Cream for £2.70 per delegate.
Prices from £35.00 for day delegates, call 01202 662261 for more details.
Alfresco Dining August
For the month of August we are offering alfresco dining options from 12pm onwards in Riggers restaurant. Enjoy the sea view. Our menus will feature hot and cold salads, seafood dishes and grilled sandwiches. Weather dependant.
Bournemouth Air Show 30 August - 2 September
With incredible air displays, fun beach attractions, evening entertainers and fireworks, at the UK's largest free aviation event. Stay close to the action at RNLI College for a minimum of 3-nights and take advantage of our 2-course menu for £19.99 for 2 people.
Christmas Party Taster 8 and 22 September
Try before you buy! Get in the spirit of Christmas by exploring our pre-Christmas menu tasting weekends on 8 and 22 September in Riggers restaurant.
To book a table please contact reception.
Whats On in Poole?
There's always something to do in Poole:
To find out about things to do and places to see in Poole please click here.
Every £1 spent at the RNLI College helps the RNLI save lives at sea.
