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The Blue Pool

Furzebrook
WAREHAM
Dorset
BH20 5AR

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About

*LATEST UPDATE* The Blue Pool will be closed until further notice.

The Blue Pool is a unique attraction in the Isle of Purbeck.

A chance to escape the outside world and enjoy walks around a magical Pool famous for its ever changing colours. Very fine clay in suspension in the water diffracts light in different ways, producing a spectrum of colour - sometimes green, sometimes turquoise.

Sandy paths lead up steps to views of the Purbeck Hills or down steps to the waters edge. The Pool is surrounded by 25 acres of heath, woodland and gorse interlaced with sandy paths that seem to take you to another world. The Green Route includes steps up to views of the Purbeck Hills or down to the edge of the Pool. The Red Route around the Pool is for the less energetic and is suitable for prams/pushchairs.

Children can enjoy the Trails around the red route looking for Magic Fairy Doors, or spotting the model squirrels in the trees (parents get involved too!), when they have completed their hunt form they can collect a certificate from the Teahouse.

There are benches all around the pool for people to just sit and rest, or to contemplate the ever-changing colour of the water while the children enjoy exploring the play areas.

The Blue Pool is also home to the Wareham Bears - a collection of 200+ miniature dressed bears set within their own house, stables and other environments.

There is also a Giftshop, Museum and Plant Centre.

The vintage style Tea House offers morning coffee, delicious lunches and cream teas with homemade scones which can be enjoyed outside on the terrace in the sun over looking the Blue Pool or inside the Teahouse beside the Fireplace. A selection of Purbeck ice creams and a range of organic drinks is also on offer. The imaginative menu is locally sourced wherever possible and caters for most dietary needs including gluten free and dairy free products.

Opening Times

Open 18th-20th September 2020 then closed until further notice. (1 January 2020 - 31 December 2020)

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
2020 Adult price£5.00 per ticket
2020 Seniors/Concs price£4.00 per ticket
Child under 16 yearsFree

Season Tickets available from March 2020.

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Email

Telephone: +44 01929 551408

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousLoo of the Year Loo of the Year 2018

Facilities

Other

  • Gift Shop

Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  • Facilities for the Disabled
  • Guide Dogs Permitted - On leads at all times
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Attraction Facilities

  • Plant Sales

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant - Tea House: Open from 14th April to 31st October.
  • Picnic Site

Children & Infants

  • Facilities for children - outdoor play area

COVID-19 Response

  • Clear signage
  • Contactless payment possible
  • COVID-19 measures in place
  • COVID-19 risk assessment completed
  • Hand sanitizer available to visitors & staff
  • Hygiene screens in place
  • One way system
  • Open now
  • Outside seating
  • Socially distanced spaced seating

Establishment Features

  • Available for wedding receptions
  • Cater for groups - Essential to book. School parties, morning only to obtain reduction
  • Conference facilities
  • Dogs Accepted - On leads at all times.
  • Event venue
  • Toilets - Loo of the Year Award since 1995.

Key Features

  • Approx length of visit - 3 hours
  • In countryside
  • Max group size - 150
  • No Smoking Attraction
  • Outdoor Attraction

Parking & Transport

  • On Bus Route - Number 30 or 40 (Blue Pool Lane bus stop)
  • Parking (free) - for cars and coaches

Payment Methods

  • Blue Badge Guides admitted free
  • Delta accepted
  • Maestro accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Min group size - 10
  • Solo accepted
  • Special group rates - By prior arrangement
  • Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
  • TIC Staff Admitted Free
  • Visa accepted

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

  • Dutch printed material - menu available in dutch

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed towards families
  • Marketed towards senior citizens

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available
  • Packed lunches available
  • Wi-fi available

Access Information

PARKING

Parking is provided for visitors
Parking on site
Within about 50 metres of the attraction
Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:
With a ramp
With steps and no ramp

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

Ramp to the main entrance
Handrail by the ramp
Steps to the main entrance
Handrail by the steps
There are 3 steps to the main entrance

TICKET / INFORMATION / GIFT SHOP [WHERE APPLICABLE]

Information available in alternative formats
OtherLarge Print Menu

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to:
Gift shop
Public toilet
Public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair
Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
Level access, ramp or lift to dining area

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:
Cafeteria
Restaurant
Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided
Menus available in large print [i.e.14pt and over]

GENERAL

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility
Wheelchairs provided
Free of charge

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

South of Wareham, signposted from the Stoborough roundabout off the A351. One and a half miles up Furzebrook Road, Blue Pool is on the left hand side.

Public Transport Directions

By Bus: Bus numbers 30 or 40 stop at the end of our exit road. It is then a short walk (approx 10 minutes) to the entrance gate.

Journey Planning: To plan your journey by public transport contact Traveline on 0871 200 2233 or visit their website: www.travelinesw.com to look up bus timetables. From 1st January 2019, calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge.

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Telephone: +44 01929 551408

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