Arne Nature Reserve
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At A Glance
Arne remains one of the few places in the UK where all six of the UK's native reptiles can be found. Situated on Poole Harbour and within the Dorset Area of Natural Beauty, it's a stunning landscape which consists of dramatic open heathland and ancient oak woodland.
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Suitable for
Adults, Children & Dogs
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Duration
All day
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Price from
Free
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Availability
All year round
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Watch the local wildlife
View the vast array of habitats including dry and wet lowland heath, ancient oak woodland and even farmland.
- Nature trails
- Guided Walks
- Dogs welcome
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Why this Destination is great for you.
- Explore the rspb Nature reserve at Wareham
- Take a guided walk through the reserve
- Spot the beautiful wildlife all year round
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Facilities and additional information
- Opening times:
Nature reserve: open daily, 8.30am-dusk. Closed outside of these hours.
Car park: open daily, 8.30am-dusk. Closed outside of these hours.
Welcome Area: open daily.
- 10am-4pm, 1 November-31 March.
- 9.30am-4.30pm, 1 April-31 October.
Shop: open daily.
- 10am-4pm, 1 November-31 March.
- 10am-4.30pm, 1 April-31 October.
Café: open daily.
- 10am-4pm, 1 November-31 March.
- 10am-4.30pm, 1 April-31 October.
Toilets: open daily, 10am-4pm.
- Accessibility: Assistant dogs allowed, Accessible toilets on-site
- Equipment needed: Weather appropriate clothing
- Dogs are welcome: Dogs allowed along designated dog friendly trails but not inside the visitor centre, shop or café except for guide dogs
- Parking : Paid on-site parking:
RSPB members: FREE
(please display your membership card face down in your windscreen)
Non-members: £7 per car
Coach and minibus: £15 per vehicle
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