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Become a Nature Detective in February 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 visitor Reception 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.

We also recommend a visit to the Nature Detective's Hut while you are here, to find out more about some of Studland's wildlife.

The bags are available on a first come, first serve basis. All bags must be returned to the Knoll Beach Visitor Reception 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

ANPR parking is in operation. Parking is free to National Trust members and blue badge holders. Please remember your car registration number when going to the parking machines or you can use the Just Park app.

Upcoming events

Mindfulness Walk 

Join us for a mindful journey in nature being aware of our senses, walking through woodlands followed by gentle movements in the sand dunes.

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on
16 Jan to 20 Mar 2026
at 09:30 to 10:30+ 2 other dates or times

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 Jan to 28 Jun 2026
at 08:50 to 11:00+ 5 other dates or times

Home Educators Self-led Sessions (all ages) 

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

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on
26 Jan to 13 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00+ 9 other dates or times

Nature Tots (5 and under) 

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

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on
2 Feb to 20 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 11:30+ 8 other dates or times