Group traveland tours
With fresh new galleries, exciting exhibitions, modern facilities, a mouth-watering café, better access than ever before, and a vibrant museum shop, Poole Museum is the must place to visit for 2026!
From tour groups to family and friend groups, we offer a range of bespoke group tour packages for 10 or more people, designed to suit your interests and schedule.
You can go at your own pace with a self-guided visit or dive deep into Poole’s impressive past with one of our guided group tours. Either way, you’re in for a treat!
Discover more than you expected
Uncover Poole’s rich heritage - from lustrous Poole Pottery vases to cannonballs salvaged from a shipwrecked Spanish galleon! Explore our three maritime galleries with exciting new exhibits and interactive displays.
Step back in time at Scaplen’s Court and Garden - a beautifully restored medieval merchant’s house with stories in every stone. - offset by a tranquil walled herb and physic garden.
Something for everyone! - With more accessible spaces, modern amenities, and a jam-packed programme of events, workshops, and activities, there’s always something happening.
Big-name exhibitions? You bet! Enjoy high-profile and touring exhibitions within our new dedicated gallery on the fourth floor.
Refuel in style - recharge with refreshments in our new museum café, The Old Town Salt Pig cafe, or enjoy as part of your group package within a private dining area in our unique and historic surroundings.
Tours for all tastes
Step into the story with a guided group tour! Our expert guides will take you through curated experiences, including highlights of the museum, a deep dive into Poole’s maritime past, and a stroll through our historic buildings and tranquil herb and physic garden.
And because we know that great stories pair perfectly with great food, we offer discounted catering packages when you book your tour in advance. Enjoy refreshments in our unique cultural spaces - it’s the cherry on top of your group day out!
Here is a sample itinerary to give you a flavour of what we can offer:
10am: Welcome - a warm welcome and introduction to the Poole Museum experience onboard the coach.
10.30am: Refreshments - arrival refreshments in the Upper Hall of our newly renovated Scaplen’s Court, previously a medieval merchant's house, and now more accessible than ever before.
11am: Take a 60-minute journey through Poole’s past with our highlights tour! Discover brand-new galleries, meet our most treasured objects, and hear the tales that make them special, all with the help of our brilliant guides who’ll make sure you get the most out of your visit.
1pm: Your group could enjoy a delicious buffet lunch or a classic afternoon tea served in the story-filled surroundings of Scaplen’s Court. You’ll also have the chance to wander round the tranquil walled garden; a hidden oasis of greenery tucked away on Poole Quay.
2pm: With so much to see and do on Poole Quay, why not extend our adventure with a scenic boat ride? After exploring the museum, take in the coastal charm from, or even on, the water! It’s the perfect way to round off your visit!
Prices
Our Highlights Tour is priced between £15-£20 per person with the price bespoke to cater for your groups needs and requirements.
Enjoy a one-hour guided journey through our top collection pieces, followed by a relaxing tea or coffee and a delicious treat in our museum café.
Coach-friendly access
If you're arriving by coach, you’ll find five drop-off spaces on Old Orchard (BH15 1HJ), just 160 metres from Poole Museum – a pleasant five-minute stroll along the picturesque Poole Quay. Please note, waiting is not permitted at the drop-off point.
Free coach parking is available at:
- Poole Stadium Coach Park (BH15 2BP)
- Seldown Car Park (BH15 1TA)
The Old Town Salt Pig Café
Visitors can look forward to relaxing in our museum café, nestled within the beautifully restored Scaplen’s Court and Garden. This medieval gem has been thoughtfully redeveloped and is now more accessible than ever with its own platform lift for the first time.
Groups have the option to enjoy light refreshments in the café or upgrade to a private dining package on the first floor – perfect for adding a special touch to your visit.
Let’s make it happen!
While entry is free, we encourage groups of 10+ to pre-book to avoid disappointment.
Whether you're organising a club outing, or a special interest group tour, or a day with a lot of friends, we can help you arrange a visit that’s memorable, well-organised, and full of discovery!