For parking in Poole, you can find various options through the BCP Council website. For a full list of options, including charges, restrictions & times please visit www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/parking/find-a-car-park?term=poole
For parking near Poole Quay, consider using the Quay Visitors multi-storey car park (BH15 1SB) which is located on Strand Street and has both hourly and daily parking options, or there is Quayside Car Park which is located on The Quay by Poole Lifting Bridge – please note there is a height restriction. (BH15 1HA)
| Location | When open | Disabled facilities | Baby changing? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Orchard Automated public toilet BH15 1SB |
24 Hour access | Yes | No |
| Poole Quay (watch station) | 24 Hour access | Yes – you need a RADAR key to access the toilet | Yes |
| The Lighthouse | Monday: closed Tuesday to Sunday: 10am to 5pm |
Yes | Yes |
| The Spire | Monday to Saturday: 10am to 3pm Sunday: closed |
Yes | Yes |
| Sainsbury’s | Monday to Saturday: 7am to 8pm Sunday: 10am to 4pm |
Yes | Yes |
| Slug and Lettuce | Sunday to Wednesday: 10am to 11pm Thursday: 11am to 12 midnight Friday to Saturday: 11am to 2am |
– | – |
| Dolphin Quays Toilets | Open Daily 9am – 9pm | Yes – you need a RADAR key to access the toilet | |
| Scaplens Court | Everyday 10-5pm | Yes | |
| Poole Museum | Everyday 10-5pm | Yes |
For further information: BCP Council Public Toilets
Details of Accommodation in Old Town & Poole
If you want to stay the weekend for Seafood & Sounds here is some options for finding accommodation
South Lytchett Manor
AirBnB – Dibbens TownHouse
Stay on Brownsea Island
Gull House Poole
Hotel Du Vin
01305 819027
https://www.hotelduvin.com/locations/poole
The Customs House
01202 924394
https://www.custom-lettings.co.uk
Rooms on The Quay
The Crown
Quay Holidays
£50 off discount code for stays of 3 nights or more from the 10th to 17th of September. The discount code is ‘Seafood&Sounds’ Not to be used in conjunction with any other offers
Antelope
https://www.greenekinginns.co.uk/hotels/dorset/antelope
The Merchant House
Situated on Poole Quay, The Merchant House is a stone’s throw from the water’s edge
https://www.themerchanthouse.org.uk
The Marsham Court
The renovated Marsham Court seafront hotel is a relaxing full-service 4 star hotel complete with an outdoor pool, ideally located for your Bournemouth holiday.
https://marshamcourthotel.co.uk
As we gather to celebrate Poole’s incredible heritage of seafood and music, let’s also come together to protect our beautiful environment by making greener travel choices.
Here’s how we can all reduce our carbon footprint and keep our festival sustainable:
🚍 Hop on a Morebus – Skip the traffic and parking worries! Morebus offers an easy and stress-free way to get to the festival while reducing emissions. Plan your journey here: morebus.co.uk/plan-your-journey
🚲 Ride with Beryl Bikes – Prefer an active and eco-friendly way to travel? Beryl Bikes are available across the city, making cycling a fun and sustainable option. Find out how to get started: beryl.cc/scheme/bournemouth-christchurch-and-poole
🚆 Travel by Train with South Western Railway – Whether you’re coming from Weymouth, London, or beyond, South Western Railway offers convenient and sustainable travel options to get you to the festival with ease. Check out their routes and plan your journey here: www.southwesternrailway.com/travelling-with-us
Thank you for choosing greener ways to travel and helping us keep our festival and community sustainable. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Seafood & Sounds! 🌍🎶
Why not start your day with a delicious breakfast at the Fisherman’s Café, , they will be also serving Kipper Baps throughout the weekend – Grab yours whilst stock last.
There will an Oyster Bar outside St Tropez Club, come along and enjoy fresh Oysters & Champagne.
Don’t Miss !
One of the highlights of the weekend is the Seafood Afternoon Tea Harbour Cruise with Coastal Cruises Poole. Departing from Poole Quay, this relaxing cruise offers a unique chance to enjoy locally sourced seafood delights while taking in the stunning views of Brownsea Island, Sandbanks, and the surrounding coastline. Sip on fizz, indulge in seafood delicacies, and let the live commentary on board set the perfect tone for a leisurely afternoon on the water. – please book to avoid disappointment
Also pay a visit to Dorset Gifts Poole Quay, as they have a wonderful range of nautical gifts.
Outside Truly Scrumptious, Old Town find some shelled filled treats on sale by Lizzie