Studland Walk Circular

East Dorset Group

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Overview

A circular walk starting from the Bankes Arms Car Park in Studland via Glebeland Estate, Old Harry rocks and Fort Henry. One long upward slope near the beginning of the walk. There will be one short break on the way for your own snack and drink.

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Start time:: 10:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:15 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 355.1m / 1165ft
Type:: circular

There are toilets near the Bankes Arms car park. The walk is bus accessible Purbeck Breezer 50, alight Studland Village Beach Road, 5 minute walk.

Features

Accessible by public transport
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SZ 03700 82501
Nearest postcode:: BH19 3AT
what3words:: compiler.coupler.royal

Start time:: 10:45 am

STUDLAND (SOUTH BEACH) National Trust car park adjoining Bankes Arms (pay unless National Trust member).

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