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Fabulous fungi on Brownsea Island

Join experts from the Dorset Fungus Group for a fungi walk on Brownsea Island. Discover and identify fascinating fungi and enjoy the thrill of finding rare and beautiful specimens.

  • Booking essential

See how many different species of fungi you can find and identify together. There are many different shapes and colours and species can found growing on trees, deadwood, on the woodland floor, and on grassland. Look out for common earth balls, shaggy ink caps, and the spectacular fly agaric.

Listen to mystical fungi folklore and learn about the medicinal and edible properties of different species from our knowledgeable guides. Novices and experts are all welcome to come and learn more about the role that fungi play in the ecosystem and how important they are on a global scale.

It's a unique experience that promises to be both educational and unforgettable. Ticket price includes boat fare, entry, and the guided walk, ensuring you have an all-inclusive adventure.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult all inclusive£25.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Meeting point

The boat will leave from Poole Quay at 10am, please allow plenty of time to park and arrive at the Quay early.

What to bring and wear

Sturdy outdoor clothing and footwear paying special attention to recent and up to date weather forecast.

Accessibility

Unfortunately there is no wheelchair access on the boat.

Other

Please note this is a fungi identification walk and not a foraging event. The boat will leave from Greenslades orange kiosk opposite the Tesco Express shop. The ticket price is all inclusive.

Contact info

National Trust Central Box Office

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