Heritage Open Days - Studland Bay in WWII
Studland Bay is known to many as a leisure destination boasting four miles of beach, but its historical significance is often overlooked.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Discover how Britain prepared to defend it's coastline and the later shift to preparing for invasion, with a full scale rehearsal for the D-day landings called Exercise Smash. Come and talk to our knowledgeable volunteers, join a guided walk (prebooking required, see separate event that will be published shortly) and check out the exhibits and ordnance on display. Take a self guided walk around some of our remaining WW2 remnants. Family friendly event with kids activities including a mini obstacle course, make a clay tile and code cracking.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Family friendly
- Meeting point
The event will be held on the sandy area between the cafe and Studland Water Sports at Knoll Beach. BH193AQ
- What to bring and wear
Dress appropriately for the weather.
- Accessibility
Accessible carpark at Knoll Beach, with access path to toilets, changing places, cafe and shop.
Upcoming events
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.
Home Educators Self-led Sessions (all ages)
Come along to an outdoor meet up with other home educators at Studland.
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.
Heritage Open Days - Studland Bay in WWII guided walk
Studland Bay is known to many as a leisure destination boasting four miles of beach, but its historical significance is often overlooked.