Steamship Shieldhall 70th Birthday visit to Poole

Steamship Shieldhall 70th year sailings

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SS Shieldhall, the largest steamship still operating in UK, returns to Poole in her glorious 70th year.

A national heritage vessel operated entirely by volunteers (and a charity), she will be alongside from the evening of 8 August to 10am on 11 August.

Offering on Saturday 9th August a daytime seatrip to view Old Harry and The Needles, on Sunday 10th August a Jurassic Coast day trip and on Monday 11 August a one way sea trip to Southampton (return by coach bookable).

Experience the golden age of maritime steam by visiting the engine and boiler rooms and the teak-clad bridge while the ship is underway. Enjoy the fresh air and views or visit the enclosed saloon area for food and drink to enjoy inside or on the two spacious decks.

Alternatively wave us off or watch docking back in from the Quay - a real blast (or toot) from the past!

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£55.00 per ticket
Child£21.00 per ticket
Family£131.00 per ticket

Poole Quay
Poole Quay
Poole
Dorset
BH15 1HJ
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Tel02381 550242

Opening Times

SS Shieldhall day sailings from Poole (9 Aug 2025 - 11 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday11:00 - 17:30
Sunday10:30 - 15:30
Monday09:30 - 16:00

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

From central Poole follow signs to Town Quay from A350 The George Roundabout or over Seldown Road Bridge from The Lighthouse. Visitors' multi storey car park in Old Orchard and surface car parks as signposted

Public Transport Directions

The Town Quay is a signposted 20 Minute walk from Poole railway and bus station and is served by the 9, 60 and routeONE buses (to Old Orchard)

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