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Poole Arms, Poole

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19 The Quay, Poole, BH15 1HJ (View on Google Map)
(01202) 673450
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Originating from 1635 and steeped in history, this distinctive, green-tiled quayside pub is popular with locals and tourists. Wood-panelled walls adorned with photographs of old Poole dominate the cosy single room bar area serving up to five real ales. The extensive menu offers locally sourced, award-winning seafood. Quayside bench seating at the front provides a great space to watch the many activities taking place in the bustling harbour.

Historic Interest

17th century with green tiled exterior dating from the 19th century. Grade II Listed. Historic England list entry 1275359

Information for this venue is provided by the East Dorset Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Last updated
05/02/2025
Last surveyed
05/01/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Wadworth
Pub ID
SED/182
Asset of Community Value
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Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Monday
Noon - 9:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 9:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 9:00pm
Friday
Noon - 9:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 9:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 9:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 4 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen

Dorset - Jurassic TasteMatch Prediction

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Dorset - Jurassic
Dorset - Jurassic Session Bitter • 4.2% Spotted 12 times.
Dorset - Jurassic
Dorset - Jurassic

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 12 times. at Poole Arms, Poole.

ABV 4.2%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Flack Manor - Flack's Double Drop TasteMatch Prediction

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Flack Manor - Flack's Double Drop
Flack Manor - Flack's Double Drop Session Bitter • 3.4% Spotted 15 times.
Flack Manor - Flack's Double Drop
Flack Manor - Flack's Double Drop

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 15 times. at Poole Arms, Poole.

ABV 3.4%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

St Austell - Proper Job TasteMatch Prediction

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St Austell Proper Job Pump Clip-2
St Austell - Proper Job Premium Pale Ale • 4.5% Spotted 6 times.
St Austell Proper Job Pump Clip-2
St Austell - Proper Job

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 6 times. at Poole Arms, Poole.

ABV 4.5%
Dispense Handpump
Style Premium Pale Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Stonehenge - Great Bustard TasteMatch Prediction

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Stonehenge - Great Bustard
Stonehenge - Great Bustard Premium Bitter • 4.8% Spotted 5 times.
Stonehenge - Great Bustard
Stonehenge - Great Bustard

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 5 times. at Poole Arms, Poole.

ABV 4.8%
Dispense Handpump
Style Premium Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Garden Garden
Pavement Seating
Features
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Cask Marque Cask Marque
Quiet Quiet
Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes (100m)
More: 8 (Old Orchard)
Closest station (1000m)
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