Name: Studland Bay
Rating: 5.0

Studland Bay

Studland, UK

1-99 Years

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Studland Bay a glorious slice of natural coastline in Purbeck featuring a four-mile stretch of golden, sandy beach, with gently shelving bathing waters and views of Old Harry Rocks and the Isle of Wight. Studland Bay is ideal for water sports and includes the most popular naturist beach in Britain.

The heathland behind the beach is a haven for native wildlife and features all six British reptiles. Designated trails through the sand dunes and woodlands allow for exploration and spotting of deer, insects and bird life as well as a wealth of wild flowers. Studland was the inspiration for Toytown in Enid Blyton's Noddy.

If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Beaches: Four miles of unspoiled sandy beaches with sheltered, gently shelving bathing waters backed by dunes and low cliffs.
Old Harry Rocks: Towering sea stacks and cliffs topped by chalk downland, with views over Poole Bay to the Isle of Wight.
Studland and Godlingston heaths: Protected lowland heath, home to all six native British reptiles, rare birds, plants and invertebrates.
Knoll Beach Café: Beachside café with indoor and outdoor seating. Hot and cold drinks and snacks. Dogs welcome outdoors.
Knoll Beach Shop: Beach equipment, watersports gear, swimwear and towels, sun protection, toys, books, clothing and gifts.
Groom's Cottage: Second-hand bookshop with a wide range of paperbacks and hardbacks for adults and children.
Little Sea: Freshwater lake, once an inlet of the sea. Home to a rare and distinctive ecosystem.
Fort Henry: Second World War observation bunker where Churchill, Eisenhower and King George VI watched rehearsals for D-Day.
Family-friendly things to do at Studland Bay: With miles of sand dunes, beaches and sea, Studland Bay is the perfect place for a family adventure at any time of year. Alternatively, just relax and enjoy and ice cream or fish and chips in our beachside café.
Things to do at Studland Bay: With four miles of beautiful beaches lining the sheltered waters of Studland Bay, the area is ideal for family days out, beach games, sandcastles and watersports. Explore the Dorset coast with sandy walks along the water’s edge or head inland through the dunes on the waymarked paths. However you choose to spend your day, Studland Bay provides an invigorating visit.
Christmas at Studland Bay: Get together with friends and family at Studland Bay this Christmas to enjoy bracing walks, beauty, nature and history.
Outdoor activities at Studland Bay: Studland Bay is a haven for anyone who loves outdoor activities, whether on land, in the sea, on two wheels or on a horse. There are endless opportunities for adventure in this corner of Poole Harbour. Exploring the beach and nearby countryside on horseback is an unforgettable experience. Meanwhile, the sheltered bay is ideal for water sports, such as swimming, sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding.
Beach huts at Studland Bay: Beach huts have been part of the British seaside since late Victorian times and been a feature at Studland for more than 100 years. Around 240 huts are dotted along the beach today with some 30 National Trust beach huts available for rent. These huts are mainly located at Knoll Beach with a small number at South Beach.
History of Studland Bay: Studland Bay is known to many as a leisure destination boasting four miles of beach, but its historical significance is often overlooked. Discover how Studland Bay was used for military operations during the Second World War and how it came to be donated to the National Trust in 1981.

Facilities

Parking: Pay and display (free to members) at South Beach, Middle Beach, Knoll Beach and Shell bay.
Food & Drinks: Situated at Knoll Beach, open all year round.
Toilet: Toilets located at Knoll beach, Middle beach and Shell bay car park.
Dogs allowed: Dogs are welcome on Studland's beaches all year round but some restrictions apply. 1 October to 30 April: Dogs can be walked on the beach off the lead. From 1 May-30 September please keep your dog on a lead of less than 2m anywhere on the beach. 1 March to 31 July: Dogs on leads in the heathland and dunes to protect ground-nesting birds.

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History of Studland Bay: Studland Bay is known to many as a leisure destination boasting four miles of beach, but its historical significance is often overlooked. Discover how Studland Bay was used for military operations during the Second World War and how it came to be donated to the National Trust in 1981.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/studland-bay/history-of-studland-bay

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Beach: Open all day
Car Park: 09:00 - 16:30
Café: 09:30 - 16:00
Shop: 09:30 - 16:00

Address: Studland, UK

Post Code: Dorset

Council: Dorset

County: Dorset

By road: B3351 from Corfe Castle and Swanage or via chain ferry from Sandbanks, Poole.
On foot: Studland Bay is on the South West Coast Path and is accessible on foot from Bournemouth and Poole via the Sandbanks chain ferry.
By train: The closest mainline railway stations are Parkstone and Branksome in Poole and Wareham. The closest stop on the Swanage Railway is Swanage itself. Options for onward travel to Studland Bay include buses, walking and cycling.
By bus: Purbeck Breezer no.50 from Bournemouth and Poole or Swanage. £3 per person until end December.
Cycling: Studland Bay is on the National Cycle Network Route Two which runs east to Bournemouth and Poole and west to Corfe Castle and Wareham. Bike racks are available at Knoll Beach.
Parking: Pay and display (free to members) at South Beach, Middle Beach, Knoll Beach and Shell bay.