Afternoon High Tea Cruise - Dorset
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Join the delightful High Tea Cruise in Dorset and spend a lovely afternoon on board the vintage motor yacht Dorset Queen. You'll cruise around Poole while enjoying sweet and savoury teatime treats. Your adventure begins at Poole Quay, where you will board the charming boat Dorset Queen, built in 1938 and listed on the UK National Historic Ship Register. This vessel has had a fascinating working life, from operating as a cruise vessel in Scotland to being requisitioned by the Royal Navy to assist with the Dunkirk evacuations in WW2. After being fully restored in 2008 by the Dorset cruise team, this wonderful boat now sails along the Jurassic coastline in and around Poole. With a capacity of just 22, it's the perfect choice for small groups, families, and other get-togethers. The High Tea Cruise is one of the most popular sailings, departing at 1:30 pm. You'll have plenty of time to enjoy the gorgeous coastal views from the upper deck, complete with a retractable canopy and Prosecco bar. On the lower deck, you'll find the seated saloons and the enclosed rear deck areas. Passengers often comment on how much more spacious and roomy the Dorset Queen is than they expected. The crew is welcoming and lovely, and they'll show you to your table where you'll be served a welcome glass of Prosecco followed by your afternoon tea. We highly recommend paying a small additional fee for the 'Bottomless' option, which allows you to keep sipping Prosecco throughout your cruise.
- Cruises onboard a vintage motor yacht
- Setting sail from Poole Quay
- Enjoy Prosecco and tea time treats onboard
- A lovely 1930s boat with a great crew
- Afternoon high tea cruise on The Dorset Queen a 1938 vintage Motor Yacht
- Welcome glass of chilled Prosecco (choose the 'Bottomless' option for unlimited Prosecco)
- Enjoy a high tea comprising of homemade sandwiches, scones and cakes served with Dorset tea
- Cruise around the back of Poole's five islands
- If wind conditions on the day are suitable the cruise will also take you into Poole Bay
- On the return to Poole Quay you will pass Millionaire's Row at Sandbanks, Royal Motor Yacht Club and Parkstone Bay
- Soul and Jazz background music will be played as you cruise
- Cruises last approximately one and a half hours
- The Dorset Queen can accommodate up to 22 guests
- A soft drink is available for under 18s or those not wishing to have prosecco
Information
- Wednesday afternoons between May and September
- Cruise departs at 13:30
- All cruises and dates are subject to availability
Minimum Age: 12 years
- Minimum age 12 (18 for Prosecco)
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
Locations
- Dorset
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