Brownsea Island is renowned for its peaceful car-free atmosphere and diversity of wildlife and habitats. It offers a unique stimulus for learning and exploration, for all ages and abilities.
Facilities for learning
Groups can book activities led by our Community & Learning Officer and volunteers.
The Visitor Centre provides a fully equipped learning resource for group visits to Brownsea. The Centre has displays about the history, wildlife and management of the island. It also provides a bookable ‘activity space’.
There is a charge of £1 per student for all activities led by our staff or £0.50 per student for the use of the Visitor Centre for self-led activities.
Curriculum links
At present, National Curriculum linked activities are available for Key Stage 1 & 2 only. We hope to develop activities for other age ranges in the near future. There are plenty of study options to choose from and you field trip can mix and match different themes:
- history
- natural history
- ecology
- geography
- geology
- conservation
- land management
- leisure & tourism
Learning resources available
Planning a visit
- Our Community and Learning Officer can help you plan your visit.
- Please contact us via the Brownsea property office for more information, to discuss provisional dates and for a booking form.
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