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    Brownsea Island
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    Brownsea Island
    Poole, Dorset BH13 7EE
    Telephone: 01202 707744
    Church or chapel  Industrial heritage  Countryside  Coast  Nature reserve  Shop  Refreshments  Tours  Picnics  Events 
    Walking  1962 
    Peaceful island of woodland, wetland and heath with a wide variety of wildlife, famous for being the birthplace of Scouting and Guiding
    • Fine walks and spectacular views of Poole Harbour
    • A haven for wildlife, including red squirrels, peacocks and deer
    • Trails for young smugglers, historians and explorers
    • Escape the noise and stress of modern life and discover nature in this unspoilt setting

    What's new this year
    Baden-Powell Outdoor Centre open for school, Scouting and Guiding groups. Includes Scout and Guide Heritage Centre and facilities open to all visitors

    Points to noteBrownsea Island is only accessible by boat. Ferry trips (not NT) depart from Poole Quay, Sandbanks Jetty, Bournemouth Pier and Swanage Pier

    Opening arrangements
     15 Mar–18 Jul 08  10–5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
     19 Jul–31 Aug 08  10–6 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
     1 Sep–27 Sep 08  10–5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
     28 Sep–2 Nov 08  10–4 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
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    Shop and Villano Café close 30mins before island. The island is open during the winter to booked groups only. Part of the island is leased to Dorset Wildlife Trust (tel. 01202 709445 for information). Brownsea Castle is not open to the public. Last admission 30mins before closing

    Contact details

    01202 707744
    Fax: 01202 701635
    Email: brownseaisland@nationaltrust.org.uk


    Admission prices

    Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £4.90 (£4.40), child £2.40 (£2.10), family £12.20 (£10.90), family (1 adult) £7.30 (£6.50). Groups (£4.20), child (£2.10), Group visits outside normal hours (£3.60). Ferry fare (not NT) applies to all visitors


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    Trust properties nearby
    • Corfe Castle
    • Kingston Lacy
    • Studland Beach
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    • To find out more about Brownsea Island buy the guide before you visit
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