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Shoreline of Brownsea Island

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Shoreline of Brownsea Island
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A named place photographed at this map point in Dorset.
Brownsea Island, located in Poole Harbour, Dorset, was historically significant as a site of early 20th-century conservation efforts and as the first British wildlife reserve. It was owned by the Guinness family, who introduced red squirrels and other non-native species, and later became part of the National Trust, known for its nature reserves and sailing activities.

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Photo: Gareth · CC BY-SA 2.0