Sports teams
A shared base for smaller teams and supporters attending events in the area. Four bedrooms sleep up to eight; please check separate-bed needs before booking.
SPORTS & OUTDOOR STAYS
Coastal adventures.
A place to unwind.
For sports teams, cycling friends and walking groups looking for a home base in Poole. Spend the day outdoors, then cook, relax and recharge together.
DAYS ON THE WATER
Find your next adventure.
FOR ACTIVE DAYS
Out for the day.
Home for the evening.
From local sporting weekends to coastal walks and cycling trips, The Mariners offers a whole house for a group of up to eight.
A fully equipped kitchen makes shared meals easy, and two lounges give the group space to unwind afterwards. The Quay is a short walk away, with the wider Dorset coast within reach for days out.
Tell us about your event or plans so we can check the house and sleeping arrangements suit your group.
Cycling enthusiasts
An epic day out starts at the house: ride to Sandbanks, cross on the ferry and explore Purbeck, Corfe Castle and the Jurassic Coast. Please discuss bike storage with your hosts before booking.
Walking groups
Enjoy local harbourside strolls or head further along the Dorset coast. Return to your own kitchen and a comfortable space to rest.
CYCLING FROM YOUR DOORSTEP
Across the ferry.
Into Purbeck.
Make a full day of it: set off from The Mariners towards Sandbanks, take your bike across the harbour entrance on the Sandbanks Ferry, then explore the countryside around Studland and Corfe Castle, with Jurassic Coast views along the way.
Start at the house
Ride from Poole Old Town towards Sandbanks and begin your Purbeck adventure with the short ferry crossing to Shell Bay.
Ferry service & cycle faresCorfe Castle & Purbeck
Choose lanes or permitted off-road trails through Purbeck towards Corfe Castle. Stop in the village for lunch before exploring further.
Rempstone & Studland cycle routeJurassic Coast scenery
Extend your day towards Swanage and the Purbeck Ridge for coastal scenery. Tailor the hills, distance and terrain to your group; the ridge route includes off-road riding suited to a hybrid or mountain bike.
Corfe Castle & Purbeck Ridge routeGUIDED MOUNTAIN BIKING
Marmalade MTB · Jurassic Purbeck Big Day Out
Cross on the Sandbanks Ferry for a full day of guided mountain biking through Purbeck, taking in Corfe Castle, Studland and Jurassic Coast views. This is a longer, hilly ride for confident riders with a good level of fitness.
Contact Marmalade MTB to check current dates, private ride options, suitable bikes and the meeting point.
Explore the guided MTB day out
Photos: Marmalade MTB
KITESURFING & FOILING
Catch the wind.
Fly above the water.
Make kitesurfing, kite foiling or a coaching session part of your Poole stay, then return to The Mariners to unwind together.
Kitesurfing
Learn the basics or build your confidence with a local lesson. Easyriders offers kitesurfing tuition in the Sandbanks and Poole Harbour area.
Explore kitesurfing lessonsKite foiling
For riders ready for their next challenge, ask Easyriders about kite-foil coaching, the experience required and suitable conditions for your visit.
Ask about kite foilingGuy Cribb · INtuition
Explore windsurfing and wind/surf foiling coaching with Guy Cribb. Contact him directly about current courses, private coaching and Poole availability.
Explore Guy Cribb coaching
Plan your next escape.
Share your event or trip dates, guest numbers, and any bikes or equipment you need to bring.
Enquire about your staySANDBANKS SAUNA & SEA SWIMMING
Sea air.
Sauna warmth.
Make time for Sandbanks Beach, a sea swim and a beachside sauna session during your stay.
The Saltwater Sauna · Sandbanks
Book a wood-fired sauna session beside the dunes on Sandbanks Beach. Enjoy the sea views, relax in the warmth and choose an optional sea dip or outdoor shower at your own pace.
Follow the operator’s guidance and check session availability, what to bring and suitability before booking.
Explore & book the saunaSea swimming at Sandbanks
For sea swimmers, Sandbanks offers a beautiful coastal setting for time in the water, followed by a beach walk and a warm drink.
Choose conditions that suit your experience, swim with a buddy and check weather, tides and water conditions. Use a lifeguarded area when available and follow the RNLI’s advice, especially for cold-water dips.
Plan a safer sea swim
WATERSPORTS
Paddleboarding & jet skis.
Paddleboarding
Easy Riders offers paddleboard lessons and rentals in Sandbanks. Choose a session suited to your experience and check the meeting point with the provider.
Paddleboard lessons & hireJet skis
Explore seasonal guided jet ski experiences from Poole Harbour. Check current availability, age requirements and booking arrangements directly with the provider.
Jet ski experiences
