Brownsea Island - A haven for wildlife including red squirrels, peacocks and deer and is ideal for walks, picnics and for families to explore

Bournemouth and Poole

Brownsea Island

Reached via a short boat journey from Poole Quay, Brownsea Island is a 500 acre island of pinewood, heathland and salt-marsh with a long and varied history.

There is evidence of a settlement in the area dating from the 5th century BC and further evidence suggesting the existence of a community there in the 3rd century AD and in medieval times. In the 16th century control of the island passed to Henry VIII who, recognising its strategic importance in protecting Poole, by now a thriving port, built the first Brownsea castle.

In the 18th and 19th centuries the island changed hands many times and became a gentleman's estate with the castle being rebuilt following decline and extended on several occasions until the late 19th century when it was gutted by a fire and rebuilt once more.

In August 1907 Major-General Robert Baden-Powell chose the island for the first scout camp the success of which encouraged him to publish his 'Scouting for Boys' the following year, and begin what is now the international Scouting movement. A large engraved stone now stands at the site of this camp.

In 1962 the National Trust assumed control of Brownsea Island and today it has become a place to escape the noise and stress of modern life and discover nature. It is a haven for wildlife including red squirrels, peacocks and deer and is ideal for walks, picnics and for families to explore.

There is a visitor centre which tells the story of Brownsea, a cafe and a nature reserve which is open for self-guided walks March to June and September to October but has one guided tour daily in July and August.

There are three waymarked trails to help you explore Brownsea Island, one of which is specifically aimed at 6-10 year olds and a number of viewpoints on the island afford spectacular views of Old Harry Rocks, Furzey Island, Corfe Castle and, on a clear day, Lulworth Castle and the Isle Of Wight.

More information at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea

 

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