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Arne nature reserve is the RSPB's flagship heathland reserve on the edge of Poole Harbour. It has stunning wildlife including heathland birds such as nightjars and Dartford warblers, coastal birds like little egrets and avocets, as well as the chance of seeing rarer creatures like seals and sand lizards.
The reserve is also known for its fantastic variety of dragonflies. Access around the reserve is easy along the way-marked trails and there is a lot to see at any time of year with beautiful views across Poole Harbour and the Purbeck hills. Watch the wildlife at close quarters from one of our two hides. Our annual programme of events includes something for everyone from guided walks to family fun days.
The reserve is open all year round with the Shipstal point and Coombe birdwatcher's trails open daily, starting from the reserve car park. The car park is locked at dusk. A car park charge is made for non-members. RSPB members are free at all times - please display a membership card in the car window. We have a small information hut in the reserve car park that is staffed from 1 April to 30 September with a whole host of information on birds and wildlife, events, volunteering and joining the RSPB. There are public toilets by the car park. Coaches, groups and educational centres by prior arrangement.
We have a small resource for running educational trips including helping with habitat management, data collection and guided tours around the reserve.
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