About Friends Meeting House
Friends Meeting House at 34 Wimborne Road in Poole is the home of the town's Quaker community in Dorset. Worship follows the Quaker practice of silent waiting, in which those gathered sit together in stillness, speaking only when moved to do so. This contemplative pattern sets the meeting apart from the liturgical and preaching traditions found elsewhere in Poole. Meeting times are not published on this page, so visitors should check here for updates or contact the meeting before attending. The Quakers add a long-established and distinctive voice to the religious life of the town, broadening the spectrum of worship available within the county of Dorset.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Friends Meeting House?⌄
Friends Meeting House is at 34 Wimborne Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BY.
What denomination is Friends Meeting House?⌄
Friends Meeting House worships within the Quaker stream of Christianity. Quakers, formally the Religious Society of Friends, began in seventeenth-century England through the preaching of George Fox.
When are services at Friends Meeting House?⌄
Service times for Friends Meeting House are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
How do I get to Friends Meeting House?⌄
The church is at 34 Wimborne Road, Poole, Dorset. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is Friends Meeting House accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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