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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | from £7.50 to £8.20 per ticket |
| Child | £3.75 per ticket |
| Family (1 adult 3 children) | from £11.25 to £12.60 per ticket |
| Family (2 adults 3 children) | from £18.75 to £21.00 per ticket |
| Group rate adults - over 15 people) | £6.80 per ticket |
| Group rate children - over 15 people) | £3.40 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.
Prices stated are standard ticket prices. Gift Aid options also available.
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2019
- Excellent1629
- Very Good492
- Average104
- Poor21
- Terrible20
Recent Reviews:
- BrendonD3Wiltshire, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyGreat Day Out
Thursday, 22nd August 2019Brownsea is a great day out for a ramble in nature. Easily to explore and get to. We got the boat from Poole Harbour. £31 for a family of four. It is National Trust on Brownsea, so not being a... Read full review - bakerpavingFantastic day outFriday, 23rd August 201920min ferry trip to get their. Beautiful place, wonderful walks. Take a picnic if on a budget , the cafe is a bit pricey and really busy catering for a ferry all at once. Don't forget your national... Read full review
- GerbilQueenHertford, United KingdomGreat natural place to visit
Friday, 23rd August 2019We walked all over the island and really enjoyed our visit. The heathland was lovely in gorgeous bloom, the baby peachicks and peahens and peacocks were a delight. The beach was lovely, the woods... Read full review
Awards
- Dorset Tourism
Dorset Tourism Awards 2015 Bronze 2015
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Brownsea Island
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
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes, light meals. Sweet shop.
- Picnic Site
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities
- Event Venue
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages - French, German and Italian
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 3 hours
- In countryside
- Max group size - 200
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
- Outdoor Attraction
Payment Methods
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Min group size - 15
- Special group rates
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
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
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Please contact Property Office 01202 707744 to book.
Opening Times
| 2019 Opening (16 March 2019 - 3 November 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00* |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | - 17:00* |
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