Long Island (Dorset) facts for kids
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 Long Island viewed from the western shore of Poole Harbour |
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 Long Island
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| Area | 0.042 km2 (0.016 sq mi) |
| OS grid reference | SY987879 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Police | Dorset |
| Fire | Dorset |
| Ambulance | South Western |
| EU Parliament | South West England |
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Long Island is a small, empty island located in Poole Harbour in the English county of Dorset. It's a special place because no one lives there!
This island sits very close to the Arne Peninsular on the southwest side of the harbour. It's also separated from another island, Round Island, by a very narrow stretch of water. Long Island changes size depending on the tide. At low tide, it's about 30 acres, but at high tide, it shrinks to only about 9.5 acres (38,000 m2). The island is part of the civil parish of Corfe Castle.
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About Long Island
Long Island is a fascinating part of the natural landscape in Dorset. It's known for being untouched by human residents.
Where is Long Island Located?
Long Island is found within the large, natural harbour called Poole Harbour. This harbour is on the coast of England, in the county of Dorset. The island is very near the land, specifically the Arne Peninsular. It's also just a few feet away from Round Island.
How Big is Long Island?
The size of Long Island changes with the ocean's tides. When the tide is low, more of the island's land is visible, making it about 30 acres large. But when the tide is high, the water covers some parts of the island, and it becomes smaller, around 9.5 acres.
Who Owned Long Island?
For more than 250 years, Long Island was privately owned by a group called the Rempstone Estate. This meant it belonged to a specific family or company, not to the public.
The Sale of the Island
In 2007, the Rempstone Estate decided to sell Long Island. They asked for offers of more than £1 million. The sale took some time because some people who enjoyed visiting the island were worried. They wanted to make sure that whoever bought the island would still allow the public to visit.
A local council, Dorset County Council, looked into these concerns. In 2009, they decided that the sale could go ahead. The island was finally sold in 2010 for an estimated £3 million. It was bought by a property developer from the local area.
