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May Half-Term Nature Detectives

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 Office (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.

Other

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

Upcoming events

Event

Yoga in the Dunes 

Enjoy a unique yoga session in Studland's dunes & a rare chance to connect with yourself & nature in the tranquil beauty of this special location. For all levels, this session blends gentle yoga, stretching, and meditation.

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on
4 May to 7 Sep 2024
at
09:00 to 10:00
+ 5 other dates or times
Event

All-Terrain Vehicle Nature Tour 

Enjoy the unique experience of a ranger guided nature tour around our beach and dunes in one of our all terrain vehicles (ATVs). A single ticket purchased will be for up to three people inside the vehicle.

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on
12 May to 10 Nov 2024
at
10:00 to 11:30
+ 3 other dates or times
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Mental Health Awareness Week (13th-19th May 2024) 

Help improve your mental health and wellbeing at Studland. Enjoy the tranquil beauty of the bay, the peaceful solitude of a super national nature reserve and why not step off the beaten path and explore our heath woodland.

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on
13 May to 19 May 2024
at
08:30 to 20:00
+ 6 other dates or times
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Nature Tots 

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

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on
13 May to 16 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 23 other dates or times