Panoramic views: BrownseaYou are in: Dorset > Nature > Autumnwatch Take a panoramic tour of the habitats and locations on Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour, the home of BBC Autumnwatch 2008.  The sea wall on Brownsea Island separates the lagoon wildlife from the water of Poole Harbour.  A view between the east and west lakes of Brownsea, home to Little Grebes, Coots and Herons.  The Alder Carr is a flooded area of woodland which attracts insects, rare moths and water voles.  The Dorset Wildlife Trust manages a large reserve on Brownsea Island, this shows part of the trail.  A rolling lawn flanked by stone cottages, farm buildings and the historic St Mary's Church.  A view along the western shore of Brownsea Island, featuring Pottery Pier and views towards Poole.  A view of the open heathland on Brownsea Island where the heather and gorse provides lots of colour.  The quay is the main landing stage for visitors and staff to the island of Brownsea.  The grounds of Brownsea Castle are not open to the public, so enjoy a rare glimpse of the gardens.  A view of Brownsea Island from the roof of Brownsea Castle on the south-east end of the island. You are in: Dorset > Nature > Autumnwatch |
