The Poole Fireworks Cruise offers a boat-based view of a Bonfire Night fireworks display, setting off from Poole Quay on Thursday 5 November 2026. Rather than watching from the crowds on shore, you take in the display from the water, with dining available on board as part of the trip.
What to expect
The appeal is a simple one — a fireworks display seen from the deck of a boat, with the colours reflected across the harbour and an uninterrupted outlook over the water. Poole Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world, and a cruise gives you a calm, open vantage point away from the busiest vantage spots on land. With dining available on board, it makes for a relaxed and sociable way to mark Bonfire Night.
Planning your visit
Poole Quay sits on the western edge of the conurbation and is reached easily from central Bournemouth by car, bus or train. Departure times, boarding points and the details of the dining option can vary, so check the operator’s official listing for the latest information and to book before you set out. Wrap up warmly for the November evening on the water and allow extra time for parking around the quay.
Dates & times
- 5 November 2026