Poole Museum
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Good museum with lots of really interesting things. All the ladies working here are really nice with big smiles and very helpful. The lady in the tearoom today was also really nice and the views on the quay make it worth popping in for refreshments when you are passing, even if you don't go around the exhibits. Lots to learn, and although we thought we knew our home area really well, I learnt even more. The highlight for me was definitely the long boat. Long is an understatement! I first saw this boat back in the 70's when it was soaking in a liquid to preserve it, in Scaplen's Court. To see it again, out of the conservation solution and in its full glory was really great. With free entry as well, what's not to like? Gave it 4 stars because we liked it, however, for us, Salisbury Museum is absolutely fantastic and really hard to beat, so it wouldn't be fair to give Poole the same as they are not on the same level.
Batty MouseBatty Mouse
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First up, it is FREE entry so already a winner. Set in an old building, but the front and upstairs cafe are brand new. Low beams in places but are easy to see and avoid. Well laid out rooms and display cabinets, activities for younger children. Not too difficult to find out interesting facts about the exhibits with a info-card number system. Worth visiting even for the well stocked and comfortable café.
Brian MorrallBrian Morrall
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Disclaimer. I have never been to this museum. I've been to Poole many times in the past but not for a few decades. So why am I posting a review? See the attached image which appeared on Reddit today and I'm doing my best to distribute the awesome wholesomeness this museum promotes. When I do go to Poole next, this museum will be my first port of call.
eumaeuseumaeus
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Address
4 High St, Poole BH15 1BW, United Kingdom
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Phone
+44 1202 128888
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Website
poolemuseum.org.uk
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4.5
(481 reviews)
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Description
Poole Museum is a currently closed local history museum situated on the Lower High Street in the Old Town area of Poole, Dorset, and is part of the Borough of Poole Museum Service. Entrance to Poole Museum is free, and the museum is the fifth most visited free attraction in South West England.
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