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Become a Nature Detective - (Feb and May Half Term)

Do you fancy yourself an amateur detective? Do you love nature? Come and borrow one of our Nature Detective bags free of charge this half term.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Visit the Knoll Beach office between 10:00am - 3:00pm to borrow one of our Nature Detective bags. The bags contain, binoculars, magnifying glasses, bug pots and activity sheets to help you on your nature detecting journey. In addition, a small number of sensory bags are available to help those with additional needs. We also recommend you visit our engagement beach hut opposite the Knoll Beach café where you can learn even more about the animals and plant life you may find here at Studland. Please note a non-monetary deposit is required and the bags are available on a first come, first serve basis. All bags must be returned to the Knoll Beach office no later than 3:45pm on the day they were borrowed.

Times

The basics

Suitability

Everyone welcome.

Meeting point

Knoll Beach Visitor Reception (at the bottom of the driveway) Ferry Road, Studland, BH193AQ

Accessibility

Mixed and uneven terrain throughout. Designated accessible parking. Accessible toilets at Knoll Beach, Middle Beach and Shell Bay. Changing places at Knoll Beach.

Other

Pay and Display parking is in operation. Parking is free to National Trust members and blue badge holders.

Upcoming events

Event

Trust10 

Join us for the Trust10 at Studland Bay and challenge yourself on this 10km trail run with breathtaking views.

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on
25 May to 22 Jun 2025
at
08:50 to 11:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Nature Tots 

Explore the outdoors with your little ones at our outdoor Nature Tots group

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on
2 Jun to 21 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 11:30
+ 4 other dates or times
Event

Wakey, Wakey, Paddle and Brekkie 

Enjoy a guided group kayak out to Old Harry Rocks on a summer's morning with time allowed to explore the bottom of the rocks. The kayaking is followed by freshly made full English breakfast at Knoll Beach café.

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on
7 Jun to 19 Jul 2025
at
08:15 to 10:15
+ 6 other dates or times
Event

Home Educators Self-led Sessions 

Come along to an outdoor meet up with other home educators at Studland.

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on
9 Jun to 14 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 12:00
+ 2 other dates or times