Studland Bay is dominated by one of the south coast's most famous landmarks - Old Harry. It is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and is managed by the National Trust.

The chalk formations are popularly known as Old Harry Rocks, but the name Old Harry actually refers to the single chalk rock that stands furthest out to sea. Until 1896 there was another boulder called Old Harry's Wife, but erosion caused it to collapse into the sea, leaving only a stump.

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Daniela

January 29, 2015

These chalk formations are said to have received their name either as a reference to pirate Harry Poole, or because the Devil ("Old Harry") took a nap on them once. Follow the bridleway along the cliff edge between Studland and Swanage for great views of the cliffs and the surrounding landscape.

Charlene James

May 19, 2015

Beautiful views live in Poole and recently visited it's a must try moment.

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Location: Studland, Purbeck, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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