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Studland Knoll House Beach

(Knoll House Beach)

Dorset, England


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Studland Knoll House Beach is a popular sandy beach resort located within Studland Bay on the Dorset coast, forming part of the Purbeck Heritage Coast. .

Studland Bay boasts four miles of white sand backed by sand dunes, with Knoll Beach forming the southern end of this stretch. The beach is part of the Studland National Nature Reserve and is approximately one kilometre wide.

The beach offers soft white sand and clear clean water, making it ideal for swimming. A café overlooking the seafront serves light lunches and refreshments. For those seeking adventure, a water sports centre provides stand-up paddle boards and kayaks for hire, as well as sailing or power boat trips.

At the northern end of Studland Bay, towards Shell Bay, lies a designated naturist beach, marked by signs. The Studland Peninsula, owned by the National Trust, offers parking (with free parking for National Trust members) and toilets close to all four of Studland's beaches.

Studland's Knoll Beach is a popular choice for families, offering a range of activities and family-friendly events during holidays, making it a fun destination for all.

Studland Knoll House Beach is on the Purbeck Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the Bournemouth Coast Path and the South West Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 90%
Max temperature 16°C
feels like 17°C
Wind 24mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 21%
Min temperature 11°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 21mph

The tide at Studland Knoll House Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 6:55 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 11:40 AM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Recommended holiday cottages near Studland Knoll House Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Studland beach and Nature Reserve (0.5 miles)
Studland Stables (0.6 miles)
Old Harry Rocks (1.5 miles)
Brownsea Island (2.3 miles)
Land & Wave (2.4 miles)
Swanage Railway (3 miles)
Pursenalities Handbags & Accessories (3 miles)
Jetski Safaris (3.8 miles)
Durlston Country Park (4 miles)
Cumulus Outdoors (4 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Studland

Location type: Rural

OS Grid: SZ034836

Coordinates: 50°39'9"N 1°57'11"W

Mapcode: GBR 44Q.YXB

What 3 Words: blossom.introduce.cones

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

County: Dorset

Country: England

Local Authority: Purbeck

Parish: Studland

Nearest postcode: BH19 3AH

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