The Greenhouse Christian Centre

The Greenhouse Christian Centre is a peaceful residential retreat and meeting venue in Poole, Dorset, designed for groups seeking time away from everyday distractions. Set in a quiet part of Branksome Park, close to the Dorset coast, the centre welcomes church groups, Christian organisations, leadership teams, training groups, schools, families and businesses.

The venue combines comfortable accommodation with flexible spaces for meetings, teaching, worship, reflection and group activities. It has 22 bedrooms, including single, twin and double rooms, with a total overnight capacity of around 37 guests. Organisers can arrange bed and breakfast, half-board, full-board or room-only stays, depending on the format of their programme.

For conferences, seminars and training sessions, five adaptable meeting rooms can accommodate groups from around six to 40 people. The main lounge can be arranged for larger gatherings, while the chapel provides a dedicated setting for worship, talks and quiet reflection. Basic event equipment is available, including a data projector, screens, flipcharts, a portable PA system, microphones, tables and a hearing loop.

Groups can also make use of the dining room, conservatory, gardens, prayer walk, summerhouse, outdoor games and seasonal heated swimming pool. Larger bookings can benefit from exclusive use of the whole centre, giving organisers privacy and control over the programme and room layouts.

The Greenhouse is particularly suited to residential conferences, leadership retreats, church weekends, reflective days, training courses and small group gatherings. Its welcoming atmosphere, on-site catering, accessible meeting facilities and proximity to beaches and countryside make it a distinctive choice for organisers looking for a calm and purposeful venue in Dorset.