Blue Pool

The Blue Pool is a stunning former clay pit near Wareham featuring remarkably blue water created by clay particles refracting light. This 25-acre nature reserve includes the pool, woodland, heathland, and diverse habitats supporting wildlife including rare sand lizards and smooth snakes. The pool’s striking color varies with seasons and weather from turquoise through sapphire to grey-green. Walking trails wind through the reserve exploring different habitats. The museum and tea rooms occupy historic buildings. Blue Pool demonstrates successful industrial site restoration creating beauty from clay extraction heritage. The site explains local clay industries and heathland ecology. Blue Pool offers gentle walking, natural beauty, and educational value. The combination of stunning water color, varied habitats, and industrial archaeology creates unique attraction. Perfect for families seeking beautiful natural settings, nature enthusiasts appreciating heathland wildlife, and those interested in how industrial landscapes can be restored to ecological value.