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The Blue Pool
A unique attraction in the Isle of Purbeck.
A chance to escape the outside world and enjoy walks around a magical Pool famous for its ever changing colours. Sandy Paths lead up steps to views of the Purbeck Hills or down steps to the waters edge. Giftshop, Museum and Plant Centre. The Teahouse offers morning coffee, delicious lunches and cream teas with homemade scones.
Opening Times
Open daily from 9.30am. Closing times vary.
Shop, Tea House, Museum and Plant Centre open from Easter - end October.
Grounds open 1st March - 30th November.
2012 01/03/2012 - 30/11/2012
Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
Bank Holiday 09:00 - 17:00
* Open daily from 9.30am. Closing times vary.
Shop, Tea House, Museum and Plant Centre open from Easter - end October.
Grounds open 1st March - 30th November.
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family 2 adults 4 children | £13.80 per ticket |
| Adult | £5.30 per ticket |
| Seniors/Concs | £4.50 per ticket |
| Child 5 - 14 | £3.20 per ticket |
| Under 5's | free |
| Wheelchair users | free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
The nearest major road is the A351 South of Wareham. Follow brown tourist signs from road south of Wareham.
Public Transport Directions
ARRIVING BY TRAIN: Get the train to Wareham (on the Weymouth to London Waterloo line). Then catch the number 40 Wilts & Dorset bus to the Blue Pool turning bus stop - the entrance is a 0.75 mile walk along a footpath.
FROM SWANAGE: Catch the number 40 Wilts and Dorset bus from Swanage Bus/Train Station to the Blue Pool turning bus stop - the entrance is a 0.75 mile walk along a footpath.
Catch the X43 Wilts and Dorset bus from Swanage Bus/Train Station to the Blue Pool turning bus stop - the entrance is a 0.75 mile walk along a footpath. Starting on 24 July and running every day until 3 September.
JOURNEY PLANNING: To plan your journey by public transport contact Traveline on 0871 200 2233 or visit their website: www.travelinesw.com to look up bus timetables.
Facilities
- Gift Shop
Attraction Facilities
- Childrens Play Area
- Plant Sales
- Shop
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
- Smoking Some Areas
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Some areas accessible for wheelchairs on red route.
- Guide Dogs Permitted - On leads at all times
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking
- On Bus Route - Number 40 (Blue Pool Turning bus stop)
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Tea House: Open from Easter to 31st October.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 3 hours
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Groups Accepted - Essential to book. School parties, morning only to obtain reduction
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 150
- Min group size - 10
- Solo accepted
- Special group rates - By prior arrangement
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Dogs Accepted - On leads at all times.
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets - Loo of the Year Award since 1995.
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Dutch printed material - menu available in dutch
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
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