For visiting boats
Poole Quay Boat Haven is the town-quay marina in the heart of Poole, run together with Port of Poole Marina: over 200 berths across the two sites, about 90 of them for short lets and visitors, with no tidal restrictions in one of the largest natural harbours in the world. Showers and toilets are free for visitors, there is power on every pontoon and a pump-out, and in summer the haven also lays visitor swinging moorings in the Wych Channel off Brownsea Island. The quay's pubs, restaurants and shops are right alongside.
- Guest berths
- No tidal restrictions. Call 'Poole Quay Boat Haven' on VHF 80 (01202 649488) when nearing the marina for your berth number; book ahead in summer (main season 1 April – 31 October). Short stays (up to 4 h) at Poole Quay Boat Haven only, first come first served. Swinging visitor moorings in the Wych Channel north of Brownsea Island (1 Apr – 31 Oct, up to 20 m). 16 A power on all pontoons; 32/63 A on some berths.
- Berths
- 200
- Radio
- VHF channel 80 · call sign POOLE QUAY BOAT HAVEN · emergency VHF 16
- Position
- 50°42.68′ N 1°59.01′ W (50.71131, -1.98358)
- Fuel
- Nearest: CPL Petroleum, 0.7 km.
- Phone
- +44 1202 649488
Prices
| Short stay up to 4 h, up to 4 m fixed | £5 / visit |
|---|---|
| Short stay up to 4 h, 4.1–12 m fixed | £8 / visit |
| Short stay up to 4 h, 12.1–14 m fixed | £14 / visit |
| Short stay up to 4 h, 14.1–20 m fixed; 20.1 m and over POA | £22.50 / visit |
| Pump-out per vessel | £10 / once |
Included in the berth price: showers and toilets. Price list → · checked 19 Oct 2026 – prices may change
Services and facilities
© OpenStreetMap · OpenSeaMap — sea marks for the approach
Sailing here? Take VesselSOS with you.
- Family see you from shoreA live link in any browser – they don’t need the app.
- One tap to the right rescue centreHere JRCC Fareham – the app switches centre as you move, with your position and call script even without signal.
- Return-time checkIf you’re not back in time, your people know.
- Shared hazard mapRocks, nets and other hazards reported by other boaters.
Frequently asked
Which VHF channel does the marina use?
VHF channel 80. Call sign POOLE QUAY BOAT HAVEN. In an emergency use channel 16.
Is there fuel at Poole Quay Boat Haven?
We don't know whether there is fuel on site; the nearest fuel is CPL Petroleum, 0.7 km.
Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?
Sea rescue: JRCC Fareham 999. Or call 112. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.