Activities at Brownsea Island

Escape into nature
Here we introduce you to some ways to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and embrace nature. With our Calming Cambridge Woods Walk we're sure you'll be able to enjoy a moment of mindfulness at any time of year.

Rich reds of Brownsea walk
Take in the best of Brownsea's rich reds of autumn on this downloadable trail.
- Easy
- 40 mins
- 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Stretch your legs
Its time to dust off those winter cobwebs with a bracing walk along dramatic clifftops, sweeping shorelines and sheltered woodlands.

Brownsea Island wildlife walk
There is plenty of wildlife and history to discover on this walk. Catch a glimpse of a rare red squirrel or discover traces of Brownsea's once industrial past.
- Easy
- 30 mins
- 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Making a splash with the Brownsea Island swim
Hundreds of swimmers take to the water to swim around the island each year and raise money for good causes, including the National Trust's own conservation efforts.

Lakes and heath walk, Brownsea Island
Starting at the picnic shelter, this short walk passes through some of the most beautiful and varied habitats on Brownsea including heathland and woodland. A perfect walk for wildlife watching and keen photographers.
- Easy
- 30 mins
- 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Orienteering adventure
Find you way around Brownsea Island on an orienteering adventure.