14 upcoming events in Brownsea Island
June 2026
Evening Echoes: Bird and Bat Safari
A guided nocturnal wildlife evening on Brownsea Island using detectors to explore the secret world of bats and nightjars with expert Rangers.
Pathways to Connection: Walk with Us
A calm, welcoming wellbeing walk on Brownsea Island for anyone feeling overwhelmed or in need of a reset.
Historical Guided Walk with Cream Tea
A history-focused guided walk with special access to Brownsea Castle followed by a cream tea.
Summer Solstice Yoga
A yoga celebration on Brownsea Island marking the longest day of the year.
Wild Wetland Bird Walk
A guided birdwatching walk at Brownsea Lagoon led by a Dorset Wildlife Trust ranger.
July 2026
Yoga and Meditation Experience
Outdoor yoga and meditation sessions under the tree canopy with views over Purbeck, suitable for all levels.
Evening of Soul and Motown Music
A live soul and Motown performance by the Susie Kimber Trio combined with a scenic cruise and meal.
Summer of Play Activity Trail
A family activity trail across Brownsea Island with adventures and activities for children of all ages.
August 2026
Summer of Play: Minibeast Mondays
Children explore insects and bugs through educational outdoor activities on Brownsea Island.
Summer of Play: Hapa Zome Nature Printing
A nature craft session smashing and pressing plants to print with the colours of nature.
HandleBards Open-Air Theatre: Macbeth
A high-energy open-air production of Shakespeare's Macbeth by the touring HandleBards troupe, with boat transport from Poole Quay included.
October 2026
Fabulous Fungi on Brownsea Island
A fungi identification walk led by experts from the Dorset Fungus Group.
November 2026
November Historical Guided Walk with Cream Tea
A late-season history walk with Brownsea Castle access and a cream tea.
Exclusive Red Squirrel Walk & Cream Tea
A peaceful woodland walk to learn about Brownsea's red squirrels followed by a cream tea in Brownsea Castle.