Brownsea Island Retreat

A soul-nourishing, 1-night, mystery island adventure inspired by Enid Blyton’s "Whispering Island."

Uncover the magic of Brownsea Island, Enid Blyton’s real-life inspiration for “Whispering Island” in “Five Have a Mystery to Solve.”

This 1-night adventure allows you to reconnect with nature, letting imagination lead the way.

Day 1: We begin in Poole, checking into a simplistic inn before strolling to the harbour to catch the ferry to Brownsea. Once on the island, we’ll walk the leafy trails, watching this hidden gem unfold into the Famous Five mystery.

Take in the wild peace of the land, red squirrels and seabirds who call the island home. Back on the mainland, we'll gather for a hearty steakhouse dinner overlooking the harbour.

Day 2: After breakfast, we'll have time to reflect and craft our own “whisper” of a 'storyboard' to take home.

This trip is ideal for quiet explorers, and storytellers, rediscover mystery through a child’s eye.

Note: All key expenses are included. Full payment is required one week before our adventure begins. For now you're simply booking to secure your space.

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

* Full trip details, packing list, and accessibility info below - please review before booking.

Brownsea Island Mystery | 1-Night Retreat | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Uncover the magic of Brownsea Island, Enid Blyton’s real-life inspiration for “Whispering Island” in “Five Have a Mystery to Solve.” This 1-night adventure allows you to reconnect with nature, letting imagination lead the way.

Day 1: We begin in Poole, checking into a simplistic inn before strolling

to the harbour to catch the ferry to Brownsea. Once on the island,

we'll walk the leafy trails, watching this hidden gem unfold into

the Famous Five mystery. Take in the wild peace of the island,

red squirrels and seabirds who call the island home.

Back on the mainland, we'll gather for a hearty steakhouse

dinner overlooking the harbour.

Day 2: After breakfast, we'll have time to reflect and craft our

own “whisper” of a 'storyboard' to take home. This trip is ideal

for quiet explorers, and storytellers, rediscover mystery through a

child’s eye.

Note: All key expenses included. Full payment is required one week before our

adventure begins. For now you are simply booking to secure your space. All children

must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

* Full trip details, packing list, and accessibility info below - please review before booking.

Perfect for free spirits, literary lovers, and curious souls who want to:

Enjoy a soul-soothing escape surrounded by tranquil woodlands and coastal views,

strengthen your connection to nature through mindful walking and quiet observation.

Spark creativity and imagination by turning personal experience into storytelling, savour a meal time in this inspiring harbour-side setting that invites reflection and community.

Feel recharged with time offline, away from the rush, in a peaceful island environment, creating memories with like-minded friends in a fully guided setting.

Discover joy in the simple, slow rhythms of ferry rides, forest trails, and good conversation.

Perfect for free spirits, literary lovers, and curious souls who want to:

Enjoy a soul-soothing escape surrounded by tranquil woodlands

and coastal views, strengthen your connection to nature through

mindful walking and quiet observation.

Spark creativity and imagination by turning personal experience

into storytelling, savour a meal time in this inspiring harbour-side

setting that invites reflection and community.

Feel recharged with time offline, away from the rush, in a peaceful

island environment, creating memories with like-minded friends in

a fully guided setting.

Discover joy in the simple, slow rhythms of ferry rides, forest trails, and

good conversation.

Adventure Snapshot

Length of Trip: 1-night stay

Accommodation Type: Premier Inn, single and double rooms,

central heating, TV/DVD, tea/ coffee, hair dryer, Wi-Fi.

Packing: Full kit list provided in advance - please review before booking to ensure preparedness for all weather.

Meals & Drinks Included:

1 dinner: Two-course steakhouse meal with drink (all dietary needs covered)

1 breakfast: provided by the Inn

Lunch: Sandwiches and cakes on the island

Drinks include coffee, tea, juice, soft drinks, water, or milk

Adventure Snapshot:

Length of Trip: 1-night stay

Accommodation Type: Premier Inn, single and double rooms, central

heating, TV/DVD, tea/coffee, hair dryer, and Wi-Fi.

Packing: Full kit list provided below, please review before booking to ensure preparedness for all weather.

Meals & Drinks Included:

1 dinner: Two-course steakhouse meal with drink (all dietary needs covered)

1 breakfast: Provided by the Inn

Lunch: Sandwiches and cakes on the island

Drinks include coffee, tea, juice, soft drinks, water, or milk

Transport: Group car share (petrol covered for drivers). All sites walkable once we arrive.

Activities / Fees Included: Ferry ride to Brownsea Island, access to trails and visitor areas, nature-spotting, guided storytelling and activities.

Accessibility: Suited for guests walking 10,000+ daily steps. This is not recommended for mobility equipment or sea sickness due to ferry ride and uneven coastal paths. Walking sticks are welcome.

Families with foldable pushchairs are required, if you are unsure if this adventure is right for you, please get in touch.

Safety / Insurance: This is a fully guided UK trip. No travel insurance is required for British citizens, though personal activity insurance is encouraged.