Discover The Blue Pool
Welcome to The Blue Pool, one of Dorset’s most unique natural attractions.
Join us for our Halloween Haunt, packed with spooky fun and creative Halloween crafts!
Explore the family-friendly haunted trail, crack the curse of the Pumpkin King and Queen, and carve your very own pumpkin masterpiece.
Book onto spooky workshops to try potion, slime, broomstick and wand making, lantern crafting and even sock monsters.
Enjoy entertainers, face painting and free drop-in circus sessions every afternoon. There’s Halloween fun for the whole family!
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Discover one of Dorset’s most unique visitor attractions: The Blue Pool Nature Reserve & Tearooms, set within the 300-acre Furzebrook Estate near Wareham on the beautiful Isle of Purbeck.
Enjoy woodland walks including the Trail of Enchanted Doors, wildlife spotting, scenic viewpoints, and the UK’s longest rope bridge. Relax in our historic Art Deco Tearooms and browse our charming gift shop.
Whether you’re looking for family days out, a peaceful woodland walk, or a photography trip, there’s something for everyone.
We’re proud to be dog-friendly, and most areas are wheelchair accessible, though some paths include steep steps. For opening times, entry prices and FAQs, please see our Visit page. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Join us this November for our workshops with award-winning florist Jenny, creating your own beautiful Christmas wreath or candle arrangement. Enjoy a winter walk around the Nature Reserve, followed by a delicious festive afternoon tea or cream tea.
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Santa is set to return to The Blue Pool this Christmas! Don’t miss your chance to meet him in his cosy woodland grotto and receive a special gift. With three time slots to choose from, there are plenty of opportunities to meet the big man himself!
Tickets are on sale now.
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Discover an unforgettable after dark experience.
New Year. New Sights, New Sounds.
The Illuminations will return to The Blue Pool this January & February, transforming the Nature Reserve into a spectacle of light and colour.
Book now to save 20% with our limited time Early Bird offfer!
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History of The Blue Pool
Dating back to the 17th century, The Blue Pool was originally a clay pit used to extract blue ball clay for British pottery companies. After it was abandoned, rainwater filled the pit, creating a mesmerising colour phenomenon that visitors can enjoy today.
What Visitors Say
“The Blue Pool is a beautiful secluded lake in Wareham, a nature reserve, that on a sunny day is a wonderful, gorgeous escape back to nature, perfect for picnics and relaxing.”
“Had an amazing day at Blue Pool, well worth a visit. Lovely walk around the pool, great photo opportunities. The Art Deco style tearoom is beautiful and the food and service is excellent.”
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“Great place, loads of space. Trails are great for pushchairs. Great play area for children … The pool itself is beautiful. Has a lovely little gift shop, tea room and ice cream parlour.”