1930’s values with a modern twist

Dorset Queen is the only vintage motor yacht operating on the South Coast of England.

She is believed to have taken part in the Dunkirk evacuations in 1940 and is now a proud member of The UK Historic Ships Register.

Originally built in 1938, she was lovingly restored by Dorset Cruises in 2008 and now plays host to many weddings, birthdays, corporate events, Gin Cruises, wine tastings, Champagne & Oyster Cruises and much more.

Our friendly team are always prepared to go the extra nautical mile to ensure that all of our events run smoothly and that our guests come back year after year.

A truly unique experience

Dorset Queen offers the perfect venue for tailor-made events and has exclusive docking rights at some of the finest restaurants in and around Poole Harbour.

  • Onboard, multi-deck sound system
  • Upper deck, offering panoramic views and its own Prosecco Bar
  • Forward deck with retractable canopy
  • Fully heated lower saloon with booth seating
  • Main bar in the saloon, stocked with over 25 artisan gins, rums & vodkas, lager, spirits, wines, Champagne, Dorset Tea and a coffee machine
  • Ladies & Gentlemans’ Washrooms
  • Enclosed back deck with onboard BBQ area, dance floor and disco lights
  • The Priory, Wareham
  • The Bear, Wareham
  • Lake Yard, Hamworthy
  • Parkstone Bay Marina, Liliput
  • Parkstone Yacht Club, Liliput
  • Royal Motor Yacht Club, Sandbanks
  • Haven Hotel, Sandbanks
  • Shell Bay Restaurant, Studland
  • Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour

Contact our Event Co-ordinators with your ideas and let us take the hassle out of planning your event.

Sunday 31st August

Moët Champagne and Oysters

From£100
3 Hours
Sunday 31st August
Next Available Date - July 6th

Gin & Jazz

From£40
2 Hours
First Sunday of the Month
Sunday 24th August

Dorset Vineyard Cruise

From£125
5.5 Hours
Sunday 24th August 2025
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