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RNLI College Discovery Tour

219 Reviews

#2 of 26 Tours in Poole

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West Quay Road | RNLI College, Poole BH15 1HZ, England

RNLI College Discovery Tour
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5.0 219 reviews

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See how our volunteer crews and lifeguards are trained with a behind-the-scenes 90 minute tour of RNLI College.

As featured in 3 Days in Bournemouth

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West Quay Road | RNLI College, Poole BH15 1HZ, England

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+44 1202 308500

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Margaret D

Nantwich, United Kingdom

255

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Really Informative about the work of the RNLI

We did the Discovery Tour today whilst visiting relative, just brilliant! Starts of with the history of the organisation and rapidly widens to the breadth of the boats, why they are chosen, how they are used and how the College has evolved over recent years....More

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SueHuxtable

London, United Kingdom

103

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

RNLI College Tour

Very interesting insight into how the RNLI works. The simulator was brilliant. The view from the restaurant and bar is great.

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VeraBurt

Poole, United Kingdom

101

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

A tour everyone should take

In my opinion this is a tour everyone should take. The RNLI are all volunteers - on call 24/7 - a fantastic group of people - REAL UNSUNG HEROES. BLESS THEM ALL. Vera Mason

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SaraK1555

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

College visit

Visited with friends, a great find in Poole. Use as a meeting place as easy to find, has car parking, really good facilities for elderly and disabled. Often find people are surprised to know it is open to public. I can pop in for breakfast,...More

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Adrienne43

Bexhill-on-Sea, United Kingdom

9343

Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

Excellent

We thoroughly recommend doing this tour with Michael. He was professional, efficient and funny, entertaining and patient. We had no idea how much goes on behind the scenes and enjoyed every minute. The simulator was exciting.More

Thank Adrienne43

On behalf of the RNLI, I would like to thank you for supporting the RNLI Saving Lives at Sea and we look forward to welcoming you back again on your next visit to Poole. You can also visit our world class centre of excellence in...More

lin208

Poole, United Kingdom

Reviewed October 25, 2018

Really informative RNLI college tour.

We recommend this tour as it gives a great insight into the full expanse of RNLI activities and aims. The chance to try the simulator was an unexpected experience. The on site bar and restaurant also produced great food when we decided to stay for...More

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Dick M

Reviewed October 13, 2018

Chard Royal Naval Association Visit

The visit was fantastic and the guided tour was most informative and the group was informed of activities the they never knew the RNLI was involved in. An Excellent way to spend a forenoon.Rounded off with lovely food during the lunch period.

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Mike G

Hythe, United Kingdom

235

Reviewed September 29, 2018

A fascinating day out

You can make a complete day of it if you like - there is an excellent cafeteria and you can buy extension tickets to go into the workshops (rather than seeing them from a viewing area) in the evening. The guides are good. Do not...More

Thank Mike G

Thank you for taking the time to provide such lovely feedback following your recent tour of the RNLI Training College in Poole. I'm pleased to hear that we delivered over and above your expectations and shall be sure to share your lovely review with the...More

jackiembullard

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

143

Reviewed September 27, 2018 via mobile

RNLI College Tour

A 90 minute tour of the training facility. Very interesting. Informative guide. 4 of the group were invited to crew the simulator- very realistic experience.

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b8ste

Kippax, United Kingdom

8041

Reviewed September 19, 2018 via mobile

Excellent tour

We did the discovery tour this morning which we really enjoyed, we were escorted round by Chris, he did a great job, his knowledge of the RNLI was first class and answered all the questions asked by the group. The highlight of the tour for...More