{"id":39997,"date":"2023-02-28T16:31:53","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T16:31:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/?p=39997"},"modified":"2023-07-20T15:56:42","modified_gmt":"2023-07-20T14:56:42","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-to-brownsea-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-brownsea-island\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Brownsea Island"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\"><strong>With its wonderful wildlife and stunning views, Brownsea Island is a must-visit anytime of the year. Learn about its rare creatures and riveting history as you explore this peaceful place.\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Owned by the <strong>National Trust<\/strong>, Brownsea Island is a beautiful place for an adventure with your loved ones. Home to scenic walks, wildlife and water-sports, there is something for everyone here.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\"><em><strong>Continue reading to find out everything you need to know before visiting&#8230;<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">Map of Brownsea Island<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1nK9xg4nPIHP2uPOICWHSilT6xt1hUzg&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">About<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brownsea Island is a haven for wildlife, woodland and heathland, making is a wonderful place to explore. It sits in Poole Harbour and enjoys splendid views of the <strong>Purbeck Hills<\/strong> in the distance.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-40053\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/Sunset-over-Brownsea-Island-National-Trust-.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset over Brownsea Island National Trust\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Wander around to see the thriving habitats of birds, hens and peacocks, which you can find near the old church. You may also see an array of wildlife in the lagoon, including black-tailed godwits, vocets, and wildfowl.<\/p>\n<p>This tranquil island is ideal for families, with its play area and trails to embark on an adventure. And on your exploration, look out for the rare red squirrels!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">Brownsea Island red squirrels<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This thriving <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/dorset-cottages.html\">Dorset<\/a> island is a special place due to being one of the only couple of places in the UK where you can see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/visit\/dorset\/brownsea-island\/the-rare-red-squirrel-on-brownsea-island\">red squirrels<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-40042\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/Brownsea-Island-red-squirell-.jpg\" alt=\"Brownsea Island red squirrel\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Spot the unique creatures scurrying up and down the trees with their nuts as you meander around different trails. There are roughly 250 red squirrels on the island, so you should be lucky enough to see a few.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">How to get to Brownsea Island<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Planning a day trip to Brownsea? You can catch the ferry from Poole Quay and Sandbanks. There is a ferry fee to get to the island and there is a limited boat service from Sandbanks.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-40045\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/ferry-from-Poole-Harbour-to-Brownsea-Island-.jpg\" alt=\"Boat trip to Brownsea Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><br \/>\nBoarding the ferry to Brownsea Island is a fun adventure itself, feel the sea-spray on your face as you take in the splendid sights. Both journeys are short, taking approximately 20 minutes from Pooley Quay and around 10 minutes from Sandbanks.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\"><strong>From Sandbanks<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Adult: \u00a39<br \/>\nChild (ages 5-17): \u00a34.50<br \/>\nChildren under 5: Free<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\"><strong>From Poole Quay<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Adult: \u00a313<br \/>\nChild (6 plus): \u00a36.50<br \/>\nFamily (1 adult, up to 3 children) \u00a319.50<br \/>\nFamily (2 adults, up to 3 children) \u00a332.50<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">Brownsea Island weather<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"weatherwidget-io\" href=\"https:\/\/forecast7.com\/en\/50d75n2d34\/dorset\/\" data-label_1=\"DORSET\" data-label_2=\"WEATHER\" data-theme=\"original\">DORSET WEATHER<\/a><br \/>\n<script>\n!function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src='https:\/\/weatherwidget.io\/js\/widget.min.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,'script','weatherwidget-io-js');\n<\/script><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">History of Brownsea Island<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unveil the island&#8217;s rich <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Brownsea_Island\">history<\/a>, where you can learn about potter, daffodil farming and cattle farming. Discover remnants of its past at the <strong>Pottery Pier<\/strong> and the old village of Maryland.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CnUwr83IEe7\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CnUwr83IEe7\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by National Trust Brownsea Island (@ntbrownsea)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>This fascinating island was also the first campsite for scouts in 1907. The movement was introduced by Lord Robert Baden-Powel and involved 21 boys from mixed backgrounds.<\/p>\n<p>The boy scouts were then officially founded in 1908. Look out for the Scout Commemorative Stone, which celebrates the first campsite.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">Brownsea Island Beach<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Enjoy a mix of sand and shingle on the southern point of the island, where you can dip your toes in the water.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-40048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/South-Shore-beach-.jpg\" alt=\"South Shore beach\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>South Shore Beach<\/strong> is idyllic for a brisk walk, where you can soak up the beautiful coastal views. If you enjoy this coastal walk then be sure to browse <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/17-of-the-best-beaches-near-weymouth\/\">17 of the best Beaches near Weymouth<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">How big is Brownsea Island?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The island is 500 acres of heathland, salt-marsh and woodland. This is 2.4km long and 1.2km wide, perfect for long walks and exploring. This is the largest island in Poole Harbour.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CZfGzYRq1k0\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CZfGzYRq1k0\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by National Trust Brownsea Island (@ntbrownsea)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>If you do want to wander around the island, the walk is five miles long and enjoys a mix of coast and land. For more inspiring walks, check-out our blog <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/11-of-the-best-walks-in-dorset\/\">11 of The Best Walks in Dorset<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">Brownsea Island Castle<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Catch glimpses of the magnificent castle as you approach the island on the ferry. The castle has gone through many changes over the years but it&#8217;s Tudor design is still intact.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CjlGq51KSbq\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CjlGq51KSbq\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Loraine Alexander Leach (@lolly1961uk)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Constructed in the 16th century, <strong>Brownsea Island Castle<\/strong> acted as a defence from European attacks. The colossal building still waves a British flag at the top, as it looks out on the water.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">What to do on Brownsea Island?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is so much to see and do for families, couples and solo travellers at the island. Whether you&#8217;re looking to make a splash with kayaking and paddle boarding or watching wildlife in their habitat.<\/p>\n<p>Explore the trails to see ancient oaks and pines or embark on a guided tour to learn about the variety of birds. Meander around Brownsea lakes and heath walk or the wildlife walk to see unique creatures.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cd6H51AqkY1\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cd6H51AqkY1\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by National Trust Brownsea Island (@ntbrownsea)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Afterwards, refuel your excursions at the <strong>Villano Caf\u00e9<\/strong>, with a selection of light bites and beverages. Savour a cup of tea or chilled drink in a beautiful picnic spot as you relish the fresh air.<\/p>\n<p>Also, be sure to pop into the <strong>Trading Post<\/strong> to find a special souvenir to remember your trip by. With a Brownsea Island trip, you can create memories that last a lifetime.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">Are dogs allowed on Brownsea Island?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs are not allowed on the Brownsea Island National Trust, but there is an exception for assistance dogs.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">How to get in touch<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Contact: 01202707744<\/p>\n<p>Email: brownseaisland@nationaltrust.org.uk<\/p>\n<p>Address: Poole Harbour, Pool, Dorset, BH13 7EE<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-40055\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/Peacock-exploring-National-Trust-Brownsea-Island-.jpg\" alt=\"Peacock exploring National Trust Brownsea Island\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">Opening times<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This Dorset island is closed over the winter months but opens up to the public again in Spring.<\/p>\n<p>11th March 2023- 29th October 2023<\/p>\n<p>Monday- Sunday 10am-5pm<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\">Holiday cottages near Brownsea<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here at Dream Cottages, we have a wide range of holiday homes to explore the delights of Dorset. To be within easy reach of Brownsea Island, secure a stay in the vibrant town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/poole-cottages.html\">Poole<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-40059\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/Sandbanks-Poole-.jpg\" alt=\"Sandbanks, Poole\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #296d7a;\"><strong>Or if you&#8217;re looking to soak up the hustle and bustle, enjoy a visit <a style=\"color: #296d7a;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/bournemouth-cottages.html\">Bournemouth<\/a>. 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