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There’s no better place to sit back and soak up the atmosphere here at RNLI College than at the Slipway Café Bar. Offering stunning panoramic views of Holes Bay in Poole Harbour, its waterside setting is the perfect place to enjoy a cool, refreshing Lifeboat Ale – locally brewed and exclusive to the college.
But if that’s not your tipple, we serve a variety of hot and cold drinks. And if you feel a little peckish, a selection of bar food and snacks are available too, including afternoon tea. Chill out with us, tinker on the piano or just sit and watch the world go by.
Slipway Café: Bar opening times
Slipway Bar menu
We serve a variety of hot and cold drinks. And if you feel a little peckish, our all day menu offers a selection of light bites, salads and main courses including dessert and afternoon tea. Chill out with us, tinker on the piano or just sit and watch the world go by.
Afternoon tea menu
Enjoy a light bite with our selection of afternoon tea sandwiches, cakes and teas. Available 2pm – 5pm daily.
Afternoon Tea Gift Vouchers
Treat someone you know to one of our gift vouchers:
Prosecco Afternoon tea for 2 - £24.95
G&T afternoon tea for 2 - £26.95
Afternoon tea for 2 - £18.95
To order your vouchers email reception@rnli.org.uk or contact the reception team on 0300 300 7654.
Wine list/bar price list
Choose from our selection of fine wines, local ales, or spirits. Whether it’s a pint of lifeboat ale, or a refreshing soft drink, we have the perfect tipple for you.