Accessibility at Studland Bay
Whether you want to explore the beach, dunes, woodland or access the water, we have a range of support and facilities to help you enjoy your visit.
Parking
Accessible parking is available in all Studland car parks, with Knoll Beach being the most accessible location for facilities and beach access. At Knoll Beach, there is a level path from the accessible parking area to the café, shop, visitor reception and toilets, approximately 50 metres. A drop off point is also available next to visitor reception at Knoll Beach.
Blue Badge holders can park free of charge. Simply display your badge. During busy periods, car parks can fill quickly and may temporarily close to all visitors when full.
Beach wheelchairs and accessible vehicles
We have a range of all-terrain mobility equipment available to help visitors explore Studland Bay.
Electric all-terrain wheelchair
Our electric 4x4 beach wheelchair is designed to help visitors access sandy and uneven terrain, including selected beach and woodland routes. The wheelchair can also be attendant controlled.
Some routes may be affected by weather conditions including soft sand, mud and seasonal flooding.
Manual all-terrain beach wheelchairs
We also have manual all-terrain beach wheelchairs available at Knoll Beach. These are designed for use on sandy terrain and require assistance from a companion.
Coming soon: Oceanic Aqua chair
The Oceanic Aqua chair is a manually operated amphibious chair offering visitors with mobility needs access to the sea, run by the National Trust and Studland Watersports from Knoll Beach, Studland, between June and September.
Tramper mobility scooter
Visitors wishing to visit Old Harry Rocks can hire a Tramper mobility scooter from South Beach as part of the Countryside Mobility scheme. The Tramper follows a designated route and is not suitable for use on sand.
Use of the Tramper requires Countryside Mobility membership. Membership can be arranged through visitor reception and a small fee applies.
All mobility equipment is free to hire
For information about booking, availability and suitable routes for any of our mobility equipment, please contact visitor reception on 01929 450500. Booking is recommended.
Accessible routes and terrain
Studland has a mixture of beach, heathland and woodland terrain. Some routes include soft sand, gravel tracks, mud, uneven surfaces and seasonal flooding.
Accessible routes include:
Tramper route to Old Harry Rocks
Selected beach and woodland routes suitable for the electric all-terrain wheelchair
Level access routes around Knoll Beach facilities
Please be aware that some routes and vehicle availability may be affected by weather conditions.
Find out more in our access map: Studland Bay access map
Toilets
Changing place
A Changing Places toilet is available at Knoll Beach next to the café and shop. Facilities include an adult-sized changing bench, hoist, accessible shower, peninsular toilet and height adjustable basin.
Accessible toilets
Accessible toilets are available at Knoll Beach, Middle Beach and Shell Bay. RADAR keys can be borrowed from visitor reception at Knoll Beach.
Café and shop
The café and shop at Knoll Beach are wheelchair friendly and can be accessed by level paths or gentle slopes. Hearing loops are available in the café, shop and visitor Reception.
Accessible crockery and cutlery are available in the café on request.
Visitor reception
Visitor reception can be reached by level paths from the accessible parking area and via a boardwalk from the drop off point at Knoll Beach. It is close to the café, shop, accessible toilets and Changing Places toilet. Hearing loops are available at Visitor Reception.
Accessible beach hut
An accessible beach hut with nearby parking is available to hire at Knoll Beach. Advance booking is recommended.
To book the accessible beach hut, please contact visitor reception before your visit.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome in all buildings.
Hearing loop
A hearing loop is available at visitor reception.
Sensory support
Sensory bags and ear defenders are available to borrow free of charge from visitor reception at Knoll Beach.
Visual guide
We also have a visual guide to help visitors plan their visit and know what to expect on arrival. Visual guide
Get in touch
If you would like to discuss your visit or find out more about accessibility at Studland Bay, please contact visitor reception before you travel.
Telephone: 01929 450500
Email: studlandbay@nationaltrust.org.uk