Sea Train Adventure – City Cruises

Embrace the refreshing sea breeze as you board the Poole to Swanage cruise boat. After an hours spell on the open sea, you will disembark in Swanage.

Take the opportunity to explore the quaint little shops and cafes before heading over to the Swanage Steam Train Station. Step onto a real Steam Train and experience this fascinating journey back through time.  

Sit back and relax whilst you’re transported through the beautiful countryside to Corfe Castle. Take in the stunning sights and smells on your return journey back to the station and get ready to board your Sea Adventure all over again!

When you book, you will be emailed an E-Voucher directly from City Cruises within 1-2 working days. Please print your E-Voucher out and bring with you to your Sea Train Adventure.

You must print your E-Voucher and take it to City Cruises POOLE kiosk located on Poole Quay. Please note, City Cruises are required to keep your e-voucher as proof of redemption. The kiosk is very easy to find and well-marked.

How to get there

• Poole departure point: Poole Quay, BH15 1BQ (opposite Wetherspoons)
• Swanage departure point: Swanage Pier, BH19 2AW
• The nearest train station to the Poole departure point: Poole Rail Station
• Please note, the nearest available parking facility to the Poole departure point is Quay Visitors Park, Old Orchard, Poole BH15 1SB. The car park holds 550 spaces and usual charges apply. 

Operating times

• Tours operate on a daily basis (from 1 April – 29 October).
• The cruise departs from the Poole departure point at 10.30am.
• The return cruise departs from Swanage Pier at either 2.30pm or 4.45pm. You can choose which cruise you take back to Poole.
• Please arrive at the departure points for your cruises 15 minutes prior to the departure time.

Restrictions

• Children 5-12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult
• Children 4 years old and younger go free
• Well behaved dogs can travel for free providing they are kept on a lead
• The tour may be subject to change if adverse weather or road conditions arise. If you are concerned about this on the date of your tour please contact City Cruises to find out further information: 0207 7400 400
• You will have the chance to get off the Steam Train at Corfe Castle but please be wary of time. The cruise cannot wait for anyone who is late for departure! 

Exclusions

• Food and drink is not included in your pre-paid price but you will have the chance to grab a bite to eat on the cruise boat, in Swanage or in Poole at the beginning or end of your Sea Train Adventure, all at an additional price 
• You will have to make your own way to the Heritage Railway once you arrive at Swanage. The Railway is approximately a 10 minute walk from the Cruise departure point, depending on walk speed and other mobility considerations
• It is your responsibility to ensure that you arrive at the Swanage departure point on time for your return cruise

Accessibility

• The Sea Train Adventure is not wheelchair accessible
• Pushchairs are permitted as long as they can be folded

Additional information

• There are Ladies and Gents toilets on board the boat plus a licenced bar, snacks and hot drinks, available to for you to purchase at an additional price
• For your own safety and the safety of others, you must follow the instructions given by the crew when embarking/ disembarking or on board any of the vessels