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Old Harry Rocks – Studland Beach loop from Sandbanks

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Old Harry Rocks – Studland Beach loop from Sandbanks

Moderate

4.8

(16)

169

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Old Harry Rocks – Studland Beach loop from Sandbanks

03:59

15.6km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Includes ferry crossings

Check ferry timetable.

After 751 m for 330 m

After 14.5 km for 330 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.74 km

Shell Bay Beach

Highlight • Beach

Dogs permitted off lead on beach and dunes between 1st October and 31st March. Must be on lead between April and September.

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5.37 km

View of Old Harry Rocks from Studland Bay

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Wide area of sandy beaches and moorland.

A magnificent stretch of natural coastline in Purbeck with four miles of golden sand with gently sloping bathing waters and views of Old Harry Rocks and the Isle of Wight.

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6.18 km

Bankes Arms Inn

Highlight • Historical Site

The Bankes Arms Inn in Studland, Dorset, could almost be the model for any other traditional country inn. Dating back to the 16th century and built from local quarry stone, …

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6.55 km

Coast Path Near Studland Cliffs

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A lovely easy section of the coastal path. steady, but continuous incline to the top of Swanage from Studland.

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7.64 km

View of Old Harry Rocks and Christchurch Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this part of the coast path, you can enjoy phenomenal views of Old Harry Rocks and across Christchurch Bay to Poole Harbour and Bournemouth. Studland Bay curves around to …

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7.83 km

Old Harry Rocks

Highlight • Natural Monument

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.

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10.8 km

Studland Beach

Highlight • Beach

amazing beach great cafes

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10.9 km

Knoll Beach Visitor Centre, Shop & Café

Highlight • Rest Area

This is the National Trust visitor centre, shop and cafe at Knoll Beach car park. The centre has lots of information about the area, its history and what the National …

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12.5 km

Studland Naturist Beach

Beach

15.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.19 km

3.31 km

2.44 km

1.49 km

107 m

Surfaces

8.96 km

3.61 km

1.96 km

481 m

388 m

131 m

Elevation

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Old Harry Rocks – Studland Beach loop from Sandbanks

Shell Bay Beach

View of Old Harry Rocks from Studland Bay

Bankes Arms Inn

Coast Path Near Studland Cliffs

View of Old Harry Rocks and Christchurch Bay

Old Harry Rocks

Studland Beach

Knoll Beach Visitor Centre, Shop & Café

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