May half term on Brownsea Island

Type:Nature

National Trust, Brownsea Island, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7EE
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Family enjoying a day out on Brownsea

About

There's plenty to do this May half term to get your children out and about and enjoying their natural environment.
You can grab one of our free trails that will take you on your own adventure or join one of our special free Minibeast and more family guided adventures that will introduce you to some of Brownsea's weird and wonderful wildlife.

Guide Prices

Trails and minibeast walks are free but normal admission fees (NT members free entry) and boat fares apply.

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Follow signs for Sandbanks, boats depart from the National Trust Sandbanks jetty located adjacent to the chain ferry. There is metered roadside parking on the peninsula, or, follow signs for Poole Quay. There is multi storey parking behind the quay.

Public Transport Directions

Regular trains and buses arrive at Poole. Follow signs to the quay. There is a limited bus service from Swanage, Poole and Bournemouth to Sandbanks.

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