Where is Studland Beach?

Studland Beach is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH19 3BA), in the parish of Studland.

How do I get to Studland Beach?

The nearest railway station is Swanage, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH19 3BA.

Is Studland Beach a protected site?

Yes — Studland Beach is part of the Studland & Godlingston Heaths SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Poole Harbour SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Is Studland Beach free to visit?

Yes, Studland Beach is free to enter.

How do I get to Studland Beach?

The nearest railway station is Swanage, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH19 3BA.

Beaches · South West England

Studland Beach

In or near Studland.

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Studland Beach — beach in Studland, Dorset, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–3 h
Best time of year: Summer (Jun–Aug)
Nearest railway station: Swanage · 6.2 km

Free entry
Family-friendly
Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Studland Beach, the nearest railway station is Swanage, located 6.2 km away. Entry to the beach is free, but please note that it is not wheelchair accessible. The postcode for navigation is BH19 3BA.

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Studland Beach is a beach on the coast of South-East England. The site is within the Dorset National Landscape (AONB), and is part of the PURBECK HEATHS National Nature Reserve. It sits within the South Dorset parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Swanage, about 6.2 km away. Postcode area BH19.

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Official information

Studland Beach is a scenic coastal area known for its beautiful sandy beaches and natural landscapes. Visitors can enjoy various outdoor activities such as walking, swimming, and exploring the surrounding nature reserves.

Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: Studland & Godlingston Heaths SSSI
Site of Special Scientific Interest: Poole Harbour SSSI
National Nature Reserve: PURBECK HEATHS
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

Studland is a village and civil parish on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, England. The village is located about 2 miles (3.2 km) north of the town of Swanage, over a steep chalk ridge, and 3 miles (4.8 km) south of the South East Dorset conurbation at Sandbanks, from which it is separated by Poole Harbour. The parish includes Brownsea Island within the harbour. In the 2011 census the parish had 182 households and a population of 425, though many of the houses in the village are holiday homes, second homes, or guest houses, and the village's population varies depending upon the season. Studland is famous for its beaches and nature reserve.

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Coordinates: 50.6654, -1.9465
District: Dorset
Parish: Studland
Postcode: BH19 3BA
Parliamentary constituency: South Dorset
Nearest railway station: Swanage — 6.2 km
Official site: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Studland Beach?: Studland Beach is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH19 3BA), in the parish of Studland.
What is Studland Beach?: Studland Beach — beach in Studland, Dorset, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Studland Beach?: The nearest railway station is Swanage, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH19 3BA.
Is Studland Beach a protected site?: Yes — Studland Beach is part of the Studland & Godlingston Heaths SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Poole Harbour SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Studland Beach free to visit?: Yes, Studland Beach is free to enter.
How do I get to Studland Beach?: The nearest railway station is Swanage, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH19 3BA.