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Old Harry Winter Walk

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Overview

A walk from Studland past Old Harry Rocks and over Ballard Down, past the Obelisk and crossing the heathland back to Studland. Good views of Poole Harbour and Swanage Bay. Moderate hills, back for lunch and optional pub stop on return.

Sunday, 21 December 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
230m / 755ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SZ 03757 82512
Nearest postcode:
BH19 3AU
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Start time:
10:30 am

Studland South Beach National Trust car park adjoining Bankes Arms (pay unless National Trust Member). Recommended car share, park in village or take bus (Purbeck Breezer 50) to village and walk to the NT car park (0.3 miles). Please check Sandbanks ferry is in service (https://www.sandbanksferry.co.uk)

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