Dorset: ILLUMINATE at The Blue Pool

The Blue Pool Nature Reserve & Tearooms

Available to 23 February 2025

Book now from £17.50

Get your winter light trail tickets with ILLUMINATE at the The Blue Pool Reserve 

Returning for 2025, Illuminate is the magical winter light trail in Dorset that transforms the Blue Pool into an enchanting world of light! 

  • Date: Every evening throughout the half-term from the 13th - 23rd February
  • Age Guidance: Suitable for all ages!
  • Duration: Spend as long or as little time as you like on site 
  • Venue: The Blue Pool Nature Reserve & Tearooms, Dorset, BH20 5AR

Booking is simple and quick, it only take a few clicks to secure your tickets to ILLUMINATE at The Blue Pool. Don't miss out on one of the best things to do in Dorset this half-term!

Light up your winter with the ILLUMINATE Light Trail in Dorset 

Kick off 2025 and join The Blue Pool's 90 Year Anniversary celebrations with a trip to ILLUMINATE!

This enchanting event promises to be the most dazzling experience yet, with a chance to wander over a kilometre of professionally lit woodland trails. See waterside lights dance to music and discover new elements along the way. 

As night falls, reflect in the serene tranquility of the Blue Pool and ancient woodland. The Art Deco licensed Tearooms, with a warm and welcoming ambiance, offer refreshments throughout the evening.

Toast marshmallows on the terrace's fire pits and make your New Year unforgettable with this spectacular blend of illuminations, nature, and music.

Book ILLUMINATE at The Blue Pool tickets today and have them delivered instantly via email & SMS. 

How to find us

Address: The Blue Pool Nature Reserve & Tearooms, Furzebrook Rd, Wareham, Dorset BH20 5AR

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  • Tearooms
  • Free parking

Access around the trails is suitable for wheelchairs but please be aware this is a wooded trail with uneven ground.

Dogs are welcome to accompany you, but they must be kept on leads at all times. Please remember to pick up after your dog. 

As this is an evening Winter event, we advise warm clothing, suitable footwear and torches for unlit sections.

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