“The Book of Poole Harbour” provides a comprehensive and illustrated account of its remarkable history.
It is the work of 30 authors, all of them authorities on aspects of its story and contains 400 illustrations – which is a tribute to the richness and diversity of the Harbour itself.
The Harbour is only 8,650 acres in area and yet it provides one of the most fascinating and beautiful places in Britain, as well as being of international importance for its landscapes and wildlife. Pirates and smugglers sheltered in its secluded backwaters, once flying boats rose into the air, where the Royal Marines and the RNLI now exercise and train and where yachts and sailing dinghies race for pleasure.
This book brings it all vividly to life.
The Book of Poole Harbour edited by Bernard Dyer and Tim Darvill.
Published by Dovecote Press
£20
Copies can be collected from Poole Maritime Trust office above Canford Cliffs Library (open Thursday 10am-12 noon) or ordered from the Secretary Tel: 01202 706673
Payment can be made online:
Lloyds Bank;
Sort Code: 30-99-50;
Account No: 17098962;