by CoastalJames | Jun 3, 2025 | News
Long before Poole was a bustling seaside town with yachts in the harbour and sun-seekers on the sand, it was home to one of England’s most daring pirates: Harry Paye—or as the Spanish and French knew him, Arripaye. Born around 1360, Harry wasn’t your average sailor....
by CoastalJames | May 25, 2025 | News
If you’re planning a birthday, anniversary, engagement party, or just fancy throwing a bash “just because” — why not take your celebration to the sea? With Coastal Cruises Poole, you get open skies, sparkling seas, and a backdrop that’s pure coastal...
by CoastalJames | May 19, 2025 | News
Vikings, Kings & Stormy Seas: The Epic Tale of Wareham and Poole Harbour If you’ve ever visited the peaceful Dorset town of Wareham, you might think it’s always been a quaint little spot to sip tea and watch the River Frome flow by. But over 1,100 years ago, this...
by CoastalJames | May 10, 2025 | News
Seafood & Sounds in Poole: A 2025 Coastal Celebration Poole’s vibrant harbour is more than just a scenic backdrop—it’s the heart of one of Dorset’s most exciting annual events: Seafoods and Sounds, returning in 2025 with even more to savour and enjoy. This year,...
by CoastalJames | May 4, 2025 | News
June 1940, during one of the most desperate moments of World War II, a remarkable fleet of civilian and military vessels set sail across the English Channel to rescue stranded British and Allied troops from the beaches of Dunkirk. Among these brave vessels were...
