Answers to the questions we are asked most often about visiting The Dolphin Poole. For anything not covered here, please contact the team.

What is The Dolphin Poole?

The Dolphin Poole is a community destination in the heart of Poole town centre. Alongside more than 90 shops it is home to street food, community events at Gather and coworking at Foundry, making it far more than a place to shop.

What are The Dolphin Poole’s opening hours?

The Dolphin Poole is generally open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 9pm and Sunday from 9:30am to 9pm. Individual store opening hours can vary, so please check directly with the retailer for specific times.

Where is The Dolphin Poole located?

The Dolphin Poole is on Kingland Road in the heart of Poole town centre, Dorset, BH15 1TT. You can find the team on the ground floor of The Dolphin.

Is there parking at The Dolphin Poole?

Yes. The Dolphin has its own multi-storey car park, reached from The George roundabout by following signs to The Dolphin. If you are using sat nav, use the postcode BH15 1SZ to reach the car park.

How do I get to The Dolphin Poole by bus or train?

Poole Bus Station is directly next to The Dolphin with its own entrance for visitors (morebus, telephone 01202 335591). Poole railway station is a short walk away, giving direct rail access to the town centre.

Is there cycle parking at The Dolphin Poole?

Yes. The Dolphin Cycle Hub offers secure 24-hour storage for up to 34 bikes, scooters, cargo bikes and non-standard cycles, along with lockers, a repair station, a bike pump and e-bike charging points. Membership and pricing details are available via the Dolphin Cycle Hub.

Is The Dolphin Poole accessible for disabled visitors?

The Dolphin Poole provides step-free access throughout along with accessibility facilities for visitors with additional needs. Full details are available on the Accessibility page or by contacting the team.

What can I do at The Dolphin Poole besides shopping?

As well as more than 90 shops, The Dolphin Poole offers street food, free community events and exhibitions at Gather, and flexible coworking and meeting space at Foundry, so there is plenty to do beyond retail.

How can I contact The Dolphin Poole?

You can call The Dolphin on 01202 673906, use the contact form on the website, or speak to a member of the team in person on the ground floor of The Dolphin on Kingland Road, Poole.