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Definitively Dorset

National Trust-owned Brownsea Island, the biggest of eight islands in Poole’s enormous natural harbour, is a Famous Five setting come to life, with no cars, no towns and no dogs allowed; instead, there are red squirrels, peacocks, pinewoods and heathland. There are great views of Studland and the Isle of Purbeck, and it’s no effort to get out and start walking, birdwatching (terns, herons, nightjars) or deer-spotting (+44 (0)1202 707744; www.nationaltrust.co.uk/brownsea).

Don't go home without

… eating something from the sea at the Crab House Café in Wyke Regis (+44 (0)1305 788867), a no-frills former oyster depot that’s highly rated by professional foodies.

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