Studland Bay
Ferry Road
STUDLAND
Dorset
BH19 3AQ
STUDLAND
Dorset
BH19 3AQ
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Opening Times
| 2021 Opening (1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021) |
|---|
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free | Free |
Parking charges apply to non National Trust members.
TripAdvisor
Travelers Choice 2020
- Excellent944
- Very Good287
- Average41
- Poor20
- Terrible23
Recent Reviews:
- popeadventureSurrey, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesBeautiful views and walks
Thursday, 15th October 2020A fantastic area to walk and admire the amazing views or enjoy the beach and the clear waters! NT car parks in various places. Read full review - tracylondonLondon, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesGorgeous beachFriday, 16th October 2020We loved Studland beach. It’s very pretty and one of the longest beaches I’ve visited in the UK. There are 2 cafes and a National Trust shop with at least 2 car parks. We went almost every day of our... Read full review
- C8774MHangelacDilton Marsh, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesAutumn visitSaturday, 17th October 2020We parked at knoll beach , and walked the width of the sandy beach with my 2 dogs On a beautiful day in October Beautiful beach , even in October wind surfers were out on the sea and was pleasant... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled toilets
- Easy access from main roads/good public transport links
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - At all Studland beach car parks
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors - with RADAR lock at Shell Bay, Knoll Beach and Middle Beach.
Attraction Facilities
- Beach wheelchair available for daily hire
- National Nature Reserve
- Shop
- Toilets
- Watersports equipment hire
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - National Trust beach cafe at Knoll Beach. Concessionary cafe at Middle Beach. Fish restaurant at Shell Bay
- Picnic Site
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Establishment Features
- Dog Friendly
- Dogs Accepted - restrictions apply at certain times of year.
- On-site Restaurant/Cafe
- Open All Year
- Shop
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets - at all beaches
Event Facilities
- Free Entry
Key Features
- Families
- Groups
- In countryside
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- On Bus Route - Wilts and Dorset bus number 50 - stops at Shell Bay, Knoll Beach or Studland Stores/Post Office for Middle Beach and South Beach
- Parking (charge) - free to National Trust members.
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available - at Knoll Beach visitor centre
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted
Access Information
PARKING
Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
Designated parking within about 50 metres of main entrance
Parking is provided for visitors
Parking on site
With designated parking for visitors with disabilities
Within about 50 metres of the attraction
Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:
Flat, ie. without steps
ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)
Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to:
Gift shop
Information point
Public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair
CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT
Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:
Restaurant
Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided
GENERAL
Wheelchairs provided
Free of charge
This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From the east: Follow the A35 and signs to Sandbanks ferry then take the car ferry over to Studland.
From the west: Follow the A351 to Corfe Castle then the B3351 to Studland.
Public Transport Directions
From the west: the nearest mainline railway station is Wareham (on the London Waterloo to Weymouth line). Catch the number 40 bus from Wareham Railway Station to Swanage Bus/Railway Station. Then transfer to the number 50 bus to Studland.
From the east: Catch the train to Bournemouth Railway Station then transfer to the number 50 bus to Studland.
To plan your journey by public transport, visit the Traveline website: www.travelinesw.com
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