Branksome Dene Room is situated in a stunning location that overlooks the beach with amazing views of the sea to Old Harry Rocks. This hidden gem offers a spectacular backdrop for any special occasion, including wedding ceremonies and receptions, parties and corporate events.

We can be found at:

Branksome Dene Cliff Top
Pinewood Road
Poole
BH13 6FB

Facilities

The facilities at Branksome Dene Room include:

• seating capacity for 50 people or 80 people if using the patio
• one main multi-purpose room
• a food preparation area and storage cupboards
• a tea urn for dispensing hot water
• thermostatically controlled heaters for use during the winter months
• a patio area ideal for barbecues
• 10 tables
• 50 chairs
• public toilet facilities at the back of the building
• a pay and display car park for up to 150 cars

There are no cooking facilities, but there are power points in the food preparation area.

The consumption of alcohol is permitted at the venue if it is provided free of charge to your guests. Alternatively, your guests may bring their own alcohol. The selling of alcohol is strictly prohibited unless you or your provider have been granted a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) licence to sell alcohol. 

There is no coach parking, but a 20-to-30-seater coach can set down and pick up at the venue.

Weddings

Branksome Dene Room is perfect for weddings and wedding receptions, and is licensed to perform marriage and civil partnership ceremonies.

This affordable venue can accommodate up to 50 seated guests for an intimate and personal celebration.

It’s booked on a room-only basis to host weddings, wedding receptions, or both. This allows you the flexibility to dress the venue as simply or as lavishly as you wish in your own style or theme.

After the ceremony, guests can make their way to the patio area to celebrate with drinks and canapés, while you and your wedding party have direct access to the beach to have your special photos taken.

If you’re staying on to host your reception here too, the patio is an ideal location to set up a bar, hog roast or BBQ. A marquee can also be erected in front of the building to accommodate additional evening guests.

Discounts for charities, associations and community groups

Registered charities, associations and community groups can apply for a discount on our normal charges.

Please call us on 01202 123 555 or email branksomedeneroom@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.

Hire prices 2024/25

October 2024 to September 2025

		1 October 2024 to 31 March 2025		1 April 2025 to 30 September 2025
		Standard (£)	Discounted (£)	Standard (£)	Discounted (£)
Daytime (9am to 5pm)	Monday to Thursday	159	95	205	109
	Friday to Sunday	221	119	265	251
Evening (6pm to 10:30pm)	Monday to Thursday	275	155	329	189
	Sunday	309	175	369	359
Late (6pm to midnight)	Friday and Saturday	395	215	485	461
Full day (9am to 10:30pm)	Monday to Thursday	349	191	419	231
	Sunday	419	221	509	485
Full day (late finish) (6pm to midnight)	Friday to Saturday	545	285	655	625

How to book

To check availability and to hire Branksome Dene Room, please call us on 01202 123 555.

You must pay in full at the time of booking. Payment can only be made with a credit or debit card.

Cancellations or changes to the booking will incur a 20% administration charge.

If less than one month's notice is given when cancelling a booking, we cannot provide a refund.

Before you book Branksome Dene Room you must read and complete our Hire Terms and Conditions form.

Alcohol and entertainment licences

Activities for which you’ll need a licence include:

• selling alcohol either by paid bar or donation
• providing entertainment, such as music or dancing after 11pm
• serving hot food or drink after 11pm.

If you would like to carry out a licensable activity in the Branksome Dene Room, you’ll need a Temporary Event Notice (TEN).

When applying for a TEN, you must vacate the building by 10:30pm or midnight, depending on your booking.

There are a limited number of licences available each year so we recommend applying as soon as you book your event. All licences for 2024 have already been allocated and no further applications can be considered.

Marquees, tents and gazebos

If you’re planning to have a gazebo, marquee or tent on the patio area as part of your event, you’ll need to complete a risk assessment form.

Once you’ve completed the risk assessment form, please return it to us at branksomedeneroom@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.

Keys

Key collection appointments are available daily, you can collect the keys for Branksome Dene Room up to 24 hours before your hire period between:

• 9am and 10am
• 3pm and 3:30pm

Please email us in advance to advise what date and time you wish to collect the keys from the Sandbanks Beach Office.

You must pay a refundable £75 deposit in cash when you collect the keys.