Studland Bay

From paddling and swimming in the sea to watching birds, your next adventure awaits. Experience ‘50 things to do before you’re 113⁄4’ with the whole family at Studland Bay this summer.

Four miles of beautiful beaches line the sheltered waters of Studland Bay – ideal for beach games, sandcastles, watersports or simply relaxing.

History, wildlife and spectacular sea views — you’ll find them all along the way in our top three summer walks in the beautiful Isle of Purbeck.

Take a step back from the beach and meet the wild creatures that also make Studland Bay their summer playground.

Old Harry is an iconic feature on the East Dorset coastline, and it's also a great spot for sports, walking and admiring some lovely views.

The largest expanse of lowland heath remaining in Dorset recalls the landscape of Thomas Hardy's Wessex.

The views from the Purbeck Hills in Dorset represented the best of the English countryside for novelist E. M. Forster.

Dine in style indoors or out with views overlooking Studland Bay with views to Old Harry rocks and the Isle of Wight. When there's a nip in the air warm up beside the wood burner.

We’re supporting Operation Heathlands to protect special places from fire and other dangers – and you can help by calling 999 if you spot a fire starting.

Providing great days out for more than a million visitors a year while protecting the delicate ecology of a national nature reserve is no mean feat.

The National Trust and our farming partners use traditional methods to keep the diverse landscapes of Purbeck beautiful and rich in wildlife.

The Discovery Centre is our fully catered eco-venue just 300 yards from Studland Beach. With indoor seating for up to 40 plus a wealth of opportunities for outdoor activities, it’s available for away days, conferences, receptions and parties.

Make Studland your classroom to explore the natural environment through field work or indoor activities in the Discovery Centre. Explore a range of topics for key stages one to four including habitats, coastal processes, human impacts, management of a national nature reserve and eco-buildings.