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
- Excellent951
- Very Good291
- Average41
- Poor20
- Terrible23
Recent Reviews:
- JetBoy12Oxted, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesOne of the best beaches in UK and actually has sand
Thursday, 29th July 2021We when in from the Knoll end of the beach and parked iin the National Trust car park. If you are a member it is free or else pay for the day. Because it is National Trust there are a lot of... Read full review - carolsoWeymouth, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesBeautiful beach
Saturday, 31st July 2021The beach is beautuful soft sand lots of watersports going on. Part of the beach is for naturists but well signed. The cafe lets it down had to wait 30 mins in queue just to pay for food & drink... Read full review - Amanda WOxford, EnglandDisabled accessMonday, 2nd August 2021Went to Knoll Beach as it has accessible access. Not sure everyone in the disabled parking area had a Blue Badge. Easy to get a wheelchair to the top of the beach. It would be good if someone could... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Easy access from main roads/good public transport links - More bus number 50 - stops at Shell Bay, Knoll Beach or Studland Stores/Post Office for Middle Beach and South Beach.
- 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 - at Knoll Beach.
- National Nature Reserve
- Shop
- 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
Establishment Features
- 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
- In countryside
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge) - charges apply to non National Trust members.
- Parking (free) - for Natiional 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.
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