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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

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
26 Jul to 6 Sep 2025
at
09:00 to 10:15
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play at Shell Bay 

Bring the whole family out for a fun day playing on the beach this summer at Shell Bay.

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on
28 Jul to 1 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
+ 5 other dates or times
Event

Heath Week Pop Up at Shell Bay 

Celebrate Heath Week 2025 with us at Shell Bay.

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on
30 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
Event

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
15 Aug to 12 Sep 2025
at
09:30 to 10:30
+ 1 other date or time