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Kings Head, Poole

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Classic pub situated just off Poole’s vibrant quay owned by the Hall and Woodhouse brewery. The large open plan pub has comfortable seating with a pool table and darts areas around a central bar and offers a warm welcome for locals and visitors alike. To the rear the beer garden is a hidden gem offering a secluded space for a drink or dining. The pub offers a varied menu of good reasonable priced pub food. There is occasional live music at weekends.

Historic Interest

Mid 16th century, re-fronted in the 18th century and altered late 20th century. Grade II Listed. Historic England list entry 1267376

Information for this venue is provided by the East Dorset Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Last updated
10/02/2025
Last surveyed
09/02/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Hall & Woodhouse
Pub ID
SED/24
Asset of Community Value
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
Noon - 11:00pm
Monday
No Service
Tuesday
Noon - 2:15pm & 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Wednesday
Noon - 2:15pm & 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Thursday
Noon - 2:15pm & 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Friday
Noon - 2:15pm & 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Saturday
Noon - 2:15pm & 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Sunday
Noon - 2:15pm

Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 2 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen
Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] - Tanglefoot
Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] - Tanglefoot Premium Golden Ale • 4.7% Spotted once
Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] - Tanglefoot
Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] - Tanglefoot

Premium Golden Ale

Dispense: Handpump
ABV: 4.7%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
This beer is served regularly.
Spotted once
Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] - Badger Best Bitter
Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] - Badger Best Bitter Session Bitter • 3.4% Spotted 4 times
Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] - Badger Best Bitter
Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] - Badger Best Bitter

Session Bitter

Dispense: Handpump
ABV: 3.4%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
This beer is served regularly.
Spotted 4 times
Changing

Both Hall & Woodhouse

Changing beers typically include: Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] (seasonal) , Hall and Woodhouse [Badger] (varies)

Source: Local


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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Games Games
Pool and darts
Smoking Smoking
Features
Real Ale Real Ale
LocAle LocAle
Quiet Quiet
Transport
Close to bus routes (270m)
More: 8 (Old Orchard)
Nearby Station (850m)
Poole

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