BROWNSEA ISLAND FERRIES

Brownsea Island Ferries offers several cruises departing from Poole Quay. The Purbeck coastal cruise lasts three hours and costs £12.50 for adults and £5 for children. There's also a two-hour cruise past Old Harry and Swanage Bay, with the chance to spot dolphins and a wide variety of birds. This cruise costs £10 for adults and £5 for children. A one-hour cruise around Poole Harbour is also available, at a cost of £8 for adults. Departure times vary according to the cruise. Advance booking is recommended. In addition to these cruises, Brownsea Island Ferries also offers specialized puffin-watching cruises and a cruise on the River Wareham.