Welcome to Furzey Island

Furzey Island is a small, uninhabited island located off the coast of Dorset. Despite its small size, the island is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The island is home to a variety of wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and a wide range of bird species. Visitors can take a boat tour around the island to see these animals up close, or simply enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding coastline.

One of the most unique features of Furzey Island is its history. The island was once used as a base for smugglers, who would use its secluded location to hide their contraband from the authorities. Today, visitors can explore the island's many caves and hidden coves, which were once used to store smuggled goods. The island is also home to a number of historic ruins, including an old chapel and a watchtower, which offer a glimpse into its fascinating past.

For those looking for a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Furzey Island is the perfect destination. The island's tranquil atmosphere and stunning natural beauty make it the ideal place to relax and unwind. Whether you're looking to explore the island's many hidden coves and caves, or simply soak up the sun on one of its secluded beaches, Furzey Island is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the best that Dorset has to offer.

Local Schools

School	Details
Hamworthy Park Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs S Hill	Ashmore Crescent Hamworthy Poole Dorset BH15 4DG 1202677870 School Website
Old Town Infant School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mr Douglas Gubbins	Green Road Poole Dorset BH15 1QB 1202673966 School Website
Twin Sails Infant And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Susannah Hill	Blandford Road Hamworthy Poole Dorset BH15 4AX 1202672377 School Website
Carter Community School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Chris Phillips	Blandford Close Hamworthy Poole Dorset BH15 4BQ 01202676789 School Website
Lilliput Church Of England Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Christine Chambers	Lilliput Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 8JX 1202709013 School Website
Poole High School Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Paul Gray	Wimborne Road Poole Dorset BH15 2BW 01202666988 School Website
Longfleet Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Nigel Helm	Jolliffe Avenue Poole Dorset BH15 2HF 1202673652 School Website
Baden-Powell And St Peter's Church Of England Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Rusling	Mill Lane Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 8UL 1202743280 School Website
The Bournemouth And Poole College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Phil Sayles	North Road Poole Dorset BH14 0LS 1202747600
Oakdale Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Eileen Bissell	School Lane Poole Dorset BH15 3JR 1202685800 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Poole Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ 2.55 Miles
20:35 to Weymouth Service Cancelled This service has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew 20:41 to London Waterloo Platform:1 On time 20:54 to London Waterloo Platform:1 On time
Parkstone Station Road, Parkstone, Dorset, BH14 8UD 3.25 Miles
20:30 to Weymouth Service Cancelled This service has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew 20:45 to London Waterloo Platform:1 On time 20:51 to Poole Platform:2 Estimated:21:00
Hamworthy Junction Road, Hamworthy, Dorset, BH16 5AA 3.31 Miles
20:08 to Weymouth Platform:2 Estimated:20:25 This service has been delayed by a safety inspection of the track 20:35 to London Waterloo Platform:1 On time 20:40 to Weymouth Service Cancelled This service has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew
Branksome Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF 4.23 Miles
20:27 to Weymouth Service Cancelled This service has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew 20:48 to London Waterloo Platform:1 On time 20:48 to Poole Platform:2 Estimated:20:57
Holton Heath Station Road, Holton Heath, Dorset, BH16 6JT 4.73 Miles
20:12 to Weymouth Platform:2 Estimated:20:29 This service has been delayed by a safety inspection of the track

Local Taxis

Taxi
Avis Rent A Car 0844 544 6040 Walking Field Lane, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1RZ 2.35 Miles
Dial-A-Cab Poole 01202 666822 76 Wimborne Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BZ 2.82 Miles
Cavalry Cars 01202 737362 6 Gervis Crescent, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0LR 3.39 Miles
Harbour Taxis 01202 668866 1 Christopher Cr, Poole, Dorset, BH15 3HP 3.48 Miles
South Coast Cabs 01202 888777 Commercial Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0DJ 3.65 Miles
Dorset Limos 01202 265554 227 Bournemouthn Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9HU 3.75 Miles
John's Cars 07944 396390 1 Otter Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 3NH 3.85 Miles
Ariel Taxis 01202 747333 164 Ashley Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 9BY 3.94 Miles
Compass Cars 01202 644540 16 Didcot Road, Poole, Dorset, BH17 0GD 3.99 Miles
Poole Radio Cabs 01202 893999 16 Didcot Road, Poole, Dorset, BH17 0GD 3.99 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bh13 238 - Panorama Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Bh15 Blandford Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Lagland Street Business Box No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Bh15 Poole Delivery Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:13:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh15 235 Blandford Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh15 Towngate Shopping Centre No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Sunday Last Collection:16:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh15 5300 - Towngate Shopping Centre Right No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Sunday Last Collection:16:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh14 Crichel Mount No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wh Smith Indoor Box No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh15 Lulworth Ave No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Poole Ferry Port - North Lounge Passenger Terminal - Covid Local Vaccination Service	New Harbour Road Poole BH15 4AQ
The Lilliput Surgery	Elms Avenue Poole BH14 8EE
Lifeboat Quay Medical Centre 0844 4773324	Lifeboat Quay Medical Ctr Unit A Lifeboat Quay Poole Dorset BH15 1AE
Carlisle House Surgery - Dolphin Centre Consulting Room	Boots The Chemists Ltd Dolphin Centre 190-196 High Street Poole Dorset BH15 1SX
Poole Town Surgery 01202 670111	Poole Town Surgery 36 Parkstone Road Poole Dorset BH15 2PG

Local Stores

Hamworthy New
200-204 Blandford Road
Hamworthy
Poole
Dorset
BH15 4BH
01202 672170
Store Website
2.50 miles

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SPAR Sandbanks Road
77 Sandbanks Road
Poole
BH14 8BT
01202 741717
Store Website
2.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Poole 24 Hour (Walton Lodge Vets)
101 North Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 0LT 01202 693623 poole.24@medivet.co.uk Website 3.14 miles
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The Pet Practice
5 Darbys Lane Poole Dorset BH15 3ER 01202 649999 poole@thepetpractice.co.uk Website 3.40 miles
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Medivet Parkstone Afrivet (Uk) Ltd
25 Woodside Road Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 9JH 01202 722739 parkstone@medivet.co.uk Website 3.43 miles
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Medivet Oakdale
266 Wimborne Road Poole Dorset BH15 3EF 01202 602766 oakdale@medivet.co.uk Website 3.58 miles
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Companion Care (Poole) Ltd T/A Poole Holes Bay Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Wessex Gate Retail Park Broadstone Way Poole Dorset BH15 3TE 01202 677 675 poole@companioncare.co.uk Website 3.59 miles

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Poole Vets4pets Ltd
550 Ashley Road Upper Parkstone Poole Dorset BH14 0AE 01202 710901 poole@vets4pets.com Website 3.72 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Harbourside Park (Baiter And Whitecliff)
Park Walk Along Coast Harbour Lots Of Space Cafe In Car Park, Free Parking And Paid Walk Can Lead Into Poole With Pubs And Shops Children’S Play Area 68 Catalina Dr Poole BH15 1TQ 2.21 miles Https://Www.Poole.Gov.Uk/Sports-And-Leisure/Parks-And-Open-Spaces/Find-A-Park-In-Poole/Harbourside-Park-Baiter-And-Whitecliff/

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Poole Park
A Lovely Family Day Out. Ample Free Parking. Miniture Railway For The Kids And Those Who Are Just Kids At Heart. Boating Lake With Pedal Boats For Hire. Wildlife Lake With Swans, Ducks, Canada Geese And Many Other Birds Visiting And Packed Full Of Large Fish Which Will Almost Eat Out Of Your Hands. Pathed, Lawned, Wooded And Swimming Areas For The Dogs To Be Kept Amused. 90 Parkstone Rd Poole BH15 2QE 2.85 miles Just Off Parkstone Road, Poole

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Wytch Heath Wareham Dorset
This Walk Takes In Two Remote Wildlife Hides, Open Heathland, A Bluebell Wood, Poole Harbour Views And An Oil Extraction Depot. Plenty Of Variety And Interest And Plenty Of Opportunities To Shorten Or Lengthen The Walk With Lots Of Off-Lead Options. Unnamed Road Wareham Lancashire BH20 5BN 3.07 miles There Is Space To Park Off The Road At Grid Reference Sy 963 853. From Stoborough, Wareham, Take The Road East Towards The Arne Peninsula. Take The Third Turning On The Right, Heading South East. Continue Through Woods And Past Slepe Farm Until The Point Where The Poole Harbour Trail Crosses The Road. Here You Will Find Gravel Roadside Parking And A Gravel Track Heading Off To The Left With A Small, Round National Trust Hide Sign. Park Here And Start The Walk.

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Upton Country Park
A Lovely Place With Many Different Length Walks. A350 Poole BH17 7YW 4.04 miles

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Corfe Castle To Blue Pool Loop
Corfe Castle 4.27 miles

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Corfe Castle
A Circular Dog Walk From Corfe Castle, Onto Corfe Common. Corfe Castle Is A Village In Dorset And Is The Site Of A Ruined Castle Of The Same Name. The Village And Castle Stand Over A Gap In The Purbeck Hills. BH20 5EZ 4.36 miles A351, Wareham To Swanage, Runs Through Corfe Castle Village.

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