The Charter Mayor of Poole is Councillor Pete Miles.
About Councillor Pete Miles
Councillor Peter Miles was born and raised in Oakdale, Poole.
Pete has always had a love of the sea and started his working life on the Poole Pilot boats. He then built his own boat and spent many years as a Poole fisherman, eventually opening his own restaurants to showcase the wonderful local produce that Poole has to offer.
Pete now operates Dorset Oysters, which sees Poole Harbour shellfish enjoyed in some of the finest restaurants nationwide (and internationally!)
As well as being an avid gardener and motorcyclist, Pete is a keen sportsman and coached a local kid’s football team from U7's all the way through to U18's.
The most precious thing to Pete is his family, he lives with his partner Katie, and they have 5 wonderful children between them.
Pete has travelled extensively, but Poole has always been where his heart lies, and this love of the town has always been at the centre of everything he does. In his year as Mayor, he intends not only to celebrate Poole but also strive to protect and promote Poole history and tradition.
How to contact the mayor
You can contact the mayor by email at mayorofpoole@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.
Mayor’s Award
The Mayor's Award scheme provides you with an opportunity to nominate individuals, who have made an outstanding contribution to the community in Poole (whilst acting in a voluntary capacity). They might have:
- raised an outstanding amount for charity
- performed an act of great bravery or self-sacrifice
- organised a major one-off community event
- sustained commitment and active service over several years
- achieved something really special
You can make a nomination for the Mayor’s Award.
The award will be presented by a member of the civic party at a suitable occasion.
Deputy Mayor
The Deputy Mayor of Poole is Councillor Jo Clements.