Feel at home in this traditional pub with a sunny beer garden – it’s the perfect place to eat and drink in Poole, Dorset.

Enjoy hearty pub classics, delicious Sunday Roasts, and Dorset-brewed Badger Beers in this family-friendly pub near Rockley Park. Find a sunny spot in our beer garden.

Join us for lunch after a long walk, a wonderful family dinner, or a much-needed catch-up with friends. Whatever the occasion you’ll get a warm and friendly welcome from our team.

We’re a dog-friendly pub and restaurant, so whether you’re popping by for coffee, or staying for dinner you can still spend time with your best friend.

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End of Summer Party

Celebrate the end of summer at The Yachtsman with a Bank Holiday patio party on Monday 31st August.

Join us from midday for live music from Stevie G, Kelly Lorraine and Groove Rush, with drinks, good company and a relaxed waterfront atmosphere to see out the summer in style.

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Bikes & Trikes Breakfast Meet

From 9am breakfast served from 930am
(2nd Sunday of the month)

Sunday 13 September 2026 from 09:00-11:30

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Poole Classic Cars Pre ‘86 Breakfast Meet

Breakfast Meet from 9am-12pm
Breakfast served from 930am

Saturday 19 September 2026 from 09:00-12:00

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Rock 'n' Roll Bingo

Come and test your musical knowledge.
3 rounds with prizes … all for fun

Friday 28 August from 20:30-23:00
Friday 25 September 2026 from 20:30-23:00

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Karaoke night

With DJ Slim

Sunday 30 August from 20:00-23:00

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Ladies Night

Come on then ladies, bring the fellas and let’s party…

Friday 18 September 2026 from 20:00-23:00

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Jools Blues Allstars

Jools & Paul Buckley reunited with Leigh (with Neil James on drums)

For one night only

All time blues, at its best

Saturday 19 September 2026 from 20:00-23:00

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