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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | from £7.20 to £8.00 per ticket |
| Child | from £3.60 to £4.00 per ticket |
| Family (1 adult 3 children) | from £10.80 to £12.00 per ticket |
| Family (2 adults 3 children) | from £18.00 to £20.00 per ticket |
| Group rate adults - over 15 people) | £6.40 per ticket |
| Group rate children - over 15 people) | £3.20 per ticket |
| National Trust members | Free |
Entry to the Island is free to National Trust members. Ferry fare (not National Trust) applies to all visitors.
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2017
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent1359
- Very Good397
- Average83
- Poor19
- Terrible13
Recent Reviews:
- Katie JTrip Type:FamilyFantastic
Thursday, 19th April 2018Would throughly recommend but allow more time! We left for he island at 2pm and could have spent all day there. Kids (aged 4&5) spent half the time climbing the trees which were allowed! Lol. We... Read full review - JamesRadwaWimborne, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayNice day out
Thursday, 19th April 2018Gone here since a little kid and it was great back then! Got boring around the teenage year but now as a young adult who can appreciate nature going here with friends makes a great day out, lots of... Read full review - chris504019Daventry, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesA welcome backTuesday, 17th April 2018My wife and I were staying in bournemouth and we came back again. We love nature and the location was perfect for seeing wild life. Terns avocet and red squirrels we saw. Had a lovely cuppa and cake... Read full review
Awards
- TripAdvisor Awards
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017 - Regional and Miscellaneous
Dorset Tourism Awards 2015 Bronze 2015
Map & Directions
Road Directions
By car: Poole Quay: the visitors’ multi-storey car park is located on Strand Street, Poole, BH15 1SB – 2 minutes walk to the ferry.
Sandbanks: On-street metered parking available along Banks Road, Panorama Road and Brownsea Road.
Sat-Nav: Postcodes for Sat Nav: Sandbanks Jetty, BH13 7QJ and Poole Quay, BH15 1HP.
Public Transport Directions
By train: Catch a train to Poole Railway Station then walk (0.5 mile) or catch the Route 1 bus to Poole Quay; Or catch a train to Branksome or Parkstone Railway Stations and take a taxi to Sandbanks Jetty (approx 3.5 miles). By bus: From Poole Bus Station take the Route 1 bus to Poole Quay; Or catch the number 50 bus from Bournemouth or Swanage, or the number 60 bus from Poole to Sandbanks Jetty.
Ferries: Ferries depart from Poole Quay and Sandbanks Jetty. All visitors, including members, need to purchase tickets, available in advance or on the day at the kiosks.
Brownsea Island Ferries 01929 462383 www.brownseaislandferries.com
Greenslade Pleasure Boats (Poole Quay only) 01929 631828 www.greensladepleasureboats.co.uk
Facilities
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Please contact Property Office 01202 707744 to book.
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 3 hours
- In countryside
- Max group size - 200
- Min group size - 15
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
- Outdoor Attraction
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes, light meals. Sweet shop.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Special group rates
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities
- Event Venue
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages - French, German and Italian
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available
- Packed lunches available
Opening Times
| 2018 Opening (17 March 2018 - 28 October 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00* |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 17:00* |
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Friday, 4th May 2018 - Friday, 4th May 2018
Friday, 1st June 2018 - Friday, 1st June 2018
Friday, 6th July 2018 - Friday, 6th July 2018
Friday, 7th September 2018 - Friday, 7th September 2018
Brownsea's World War One guided walksIn 2018 Brownsea is commemorating the end of the First World War with a series of free guided walks over the course of the year. The walks are all expertly guided and will tour Brownsea and explore stories of heroes and the tragedies that occurred 100 years ago.- more info
Saturday, 16th June 2018 - Saturday, 16th June 2018
Saturday, 6th October 2018 - Saturday, 6th October 2018
Monday, 30th July 2018 - Monday, 30th July 2018
Monday, 13th August 2018 - Monday, 13th August 2018
Saturday, 1st September 2018 - Saturday, 1st September 2018
Be a ranger for the dayOne of our Outdoor Centre rangers will show you how we look after Brownsea and give you the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in. You will complete a range of outdoor tasks and bush craft skills. There will be a break for lunch. Please note that lunch is not provided. Spaces are...- more info
Tuesday, 17th April 2018 - Thursday, 27th September 2018
Eco Adventure CampingEco Adventure Camping is for the experienced camper who loves nature and the great outdoors. It is a low impact and environmentally considerate camping offer, meaning that you'll need to be self-sufficient, self-cater and leave a minimum footprint behind. Catch the public boat service to the island...- more info
Saturday, 28th April 2018 - Saturday, 28th April 2018
Saturday, 5th May 2018 - Saturday, 5th May 2018
Birdsong Morning WalkExperience the island when it is at its most peaceful. Enjoy a boat ride and a guided walk to discover the sights and sounds of Brownsea's birdlife. Then return to the Villano café to enjoy a breakfast roll and drink.- more info
Friday, 11th May 2018 - Friday, 11th May 2018
Friday, 8th June 2018 - Friday, 8th June 2018
Friday, 13th July 2018 - Friday, 13th July 2018
Shoreline RambleJoin one of our experienced Rangers and discover more about the creatures that make the coastline their home.- more info
