Overview
Discover Poole's historic Old Town and learn about its long and interesting history on a guided tour. Visit lanes that were once piers, look behind the High Street facades, and find the curly Cod.
Starting at 19 High Street, your guided walking tour will help you imagine Poole in the centuries gone by. Poole was 'founded' in 1248 when Sir William Longspee sold the land to the citizens to fund his costs for a Crusade from which he never returned.
But, Poole has a much longer history that stretches back to the Iron Age and it also has Roman connections. Your will learn how Poole's coastline has been reclaimed, where the town was attacked by the Spanish looking for the pirate Harry Paye, how Codfish from Newfoundland paid for one of Poole's transformations, and where the smuggling tunnels still exist.
The main tour takes two hours at a slow walking pace and is on mostly level pavement. It is all wheelchair accessible. A shorter tour is available on request.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Guide: In-person: English
This is a guided walking tour of Poole
We do not provide headsets since this is a fully guided tour.
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
19 High Street is on the lower High Street, not far from Poole Museum. It is next to Setchfield's and has two red doors.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Brownsea Island
7 min
From the vantage point of Poole Quay, your guide will tell you Brownsea's medieval ownership, the origin of the castle and its role in saving Poole in WWII.
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Poole Museum and Scaplen's Court Museum and Herb Garden
5 min
Your guide will tell you about the medieval history of this important building, its location in the Old Town, and how it was 'returned' to Poole after its disappearance.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Historic Walking Tour of Poole
Can I cancel Historic Walking Tour of Poole for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min–2 hours.
Where does it start?
19 High Street is on the lower High Street, not far from Poole Museum. It is next to Setchfield's and has two red doors.
What's included?
- Guide: In-person: English
- This is a guided walking tour of Poole
What's not included?
- We do not provide headsets since this is a fully guided tour.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Brownsea Island, Poole Museum and Scaplen's Court Museum and Herb Garden.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Poole Tours
