May 2025
The shuttle bus to RSPB Arne, is now in its fourth consecutive year, has been renamed to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the modern railway, thus Purbeck Shuttle 200 and includes The Blue Pool, Purbeck Park and Norden Farm Campsite.
The trial shuttle bus service originally set up by the RSPB to connect Wareham train station and RSPB Arne nature reserve has been extended to cover the period from 28th May to the end of August 2025 on a two day a week service on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The main objective is to provide a sustainable public transport link from Wareham Station to the RSPB Arne Reserve, The Blue Pool and Purbeck Park connecting with the Swanage Heritage Railway, thus reducing road traffic especially during the main summer season. This also enables links with walking and cycle hire for visitors staying within the region.
No bookings needed, just step onboard, enjoy the journey, and experience the outstanding scenery within Purbeck’s internationally recognised heathland. This we hope will establish a regular service now this is becoming known to locals and tourists alike and a growing expectation the bus will be there this summer. This is particularly useful for those without access to a car and is also beneficial for local people coming into Wareham from the outlying parishes acting as a rural transport hub.
The project is supported and funded by the Purbeck Community Rail Partnership, Dorset Council, RSPB, Blue Pool, Wareham Town Council and operated by Dorset Community Transport.
For the full Bus timetable and further information, visit:
https://ectcharity.co.uk/Dorset/local-bus-service-in-dorset
Arne Nature Reserve, Dorset – The RSPB
