Brownsea Island Community Open Day - 12 September 2026
Join us for Brownsea Island's Community Open Day 2026. On this special day, we’re inviting our local community to explore the stunning beauty of Brownsea Island free of charge.
Our annual Community Open Day is taking place on Saturday 12th September and we're inviting our local community to explore the stunning beauty of Brownsea Island free of charge. Enjoy peaceful walks, discover wildlife, and soak in the breathtaking views.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience one of the most picturesque spots on the south coast.
Amongst the many activities on the day, there will be two performances of 'Life's a Beach' at 1pm and 3pm. A funny and heartfelt dance-circus show that follows a couple’s life by the sea from their twenties to old age.
Open day tickets are free of charge and available on a first-come, first-served basis. They will be released in stages, so stay tuned and secure your spot for a day of adventure.
Image credit: John Miller
Please note:
- Please meet at the orange and white Greenslade Pleasure Boats kiosk, Poole Quay, Poole BH15 1HJ.
- Please arrive in good time to board your ferry. The time on your ticket indicates the time of departure and the vessel will leave promptly.
- We recommend outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear.
- For wheelchair availability please contact 01202 492164 or
brownseaisland@nationaltrust.org.uk. - Children welcome.
- Return ferries departing at 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00
- Visitors will be seated on ferries on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of travel to Brownsea Island. The last return ferry to Poole Quay departs at 5:00pm.
- In the event of extreme weather on 12th September, the event will be cancelled. Ticket holders will be notified by the day before the event, and the event will be rescheduled to the contingency date of 19th September.
- If the event is also cancelled due to extreme weather on the contingency date, no further alternative date will be offered.
- Tickets are valid only for the date shown on the ticket (or the contingency date, if the event is rescheduled). They cannot be used to visit Brownsea Island on any other date.
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Join us for Brownsea Island's Community Open Day 2026. On this special day, we’re inviting our local community to explore the stunning beauty of Brownsea Island free of charge.
Our annual Community Open Day is taking place on Saturday 12th September and we're inviting our local community to explore the stunning beauty of Brownsea Island free of charge. Enjoy peaceful walks, discover wildlife, and soak in the breathtaking views.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience one of the most picturesque spots on the south coast.
Amongst the many activities on the day, there will be two performances of 'Life's a Beach' at 1pm and 3pm. A funny and heartfelt dance-circus show that follows a couple’s life by the sea from their twenties to old age.
Open day tickets are free of charge and available on a first-come, first-served basis. They will be released in stages, so stay tuned and secure your spot for a day of adventure.
Image credit: John Miller
Please note:
- Please meet at the orange and white Greenslade Pleasure Boats kiosk, Poole Quay, Poole BH15 1HJ.
- Please arrive in good time to board your ferry. The time on your ticket indicates the time of departure and the vessel will leave promptly.
- We recommend outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear.
- For wheelchair availability please contact 01202 492164 or
brownseaisland@nationaltrust.org.uk. - Children welcome.
- Return ferries departing at 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00
- Visitors will be seated on ferries on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of travel to Brownsea Island. The last return ferry to Poole Quay departs at 5:00pm.
- In the event of extreme weather on 12th September, the event will be cancelled. Ticket holders will be notified by the day before the event, and the event will be rescheduled to the contingency date of 19th September.
- If the event is also cancelled due to extreme weather on the contingency date, no further alternative date will be offered.
- Tickets are valid only for the date shown on the ticket (or the contingency date, if the event is rescheduled). They cannot be used to visit Brownsea Island on any other date.
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