Discovering WWII at Studland Walk - The Anti-invasion Defences 1939-42
Join us for a guided walk as we tell the story of Studland during the early years of WWII
After the evacuation of Dunkirk in July 1940, it was thought that Studland Bay, with its shallow seas and sandy beaches, was a prime location for a German invasion.
Join us as we look at maps and photographs from the War Department detailing the location of the anti-invasion defences installed during 1940. We explore the heath visiting the ruins of an anti-tank ditch, a pill box and other structures so evocative of Studland's part in the defence of Britain during those early years of the war.
Please note:
- Meet at Knoll Beach Visitor Reception, Ferry Road, Studland, BH19 3AQ.
- Please arrive 5 minutes before the event start time.
- Clothing suitable for the weather. Walking shoes recommended.
- Mixed and uneven terrain throughout. Designated accessible parking. Accessible toilets at Knoll Beach, Middle Beach and Shell Bay. Changing places at Knoll Beach.
- The walk is approximately 2.5km, on soft sand with 2 to 3 inclines.
- Recommended minimum age: 14. U18s accompanied by an adult.
- ANPR in place at Knoll Beach car park, please remember your car registration for the parking machines (free for National Trust members and blue badge holders). Coins can be used in the machine nearest visitor reception. JustPark app location code is 998930 and members can also add their card to the app.
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Join us for a guided walk as we tell the story of Studland during the early years of WWII
After the evacuation of Dunkirk in July 1940, it was thought that Studland Bay, with its shallow seas and sandy beaches, was a prime location for a German invasion.
Join us as we look at maps and photographs from the War Department detailing the location of the anti-invasion defences installed during 1940. We explore the heath visiting the ruins of an anti-tank ditch, a pill box and other structures so evocative of Studland's part in the defence of Britain during those early years of the war.
Please note:
- Meet at Knoll Beach Visitor Reception, Ferry Road, Studland, BH19 3AQ.
- Please arrive 5 minutes before the event start time.
- Clothing suitable for the weather. Walking shoes recommended.
- Mixed and uneven terrain throughout. Designated accessible parking. Accessible toilets at Knoll Beach, Middle Beach and Shell Bay. Changing places at Knoll Beach.
- The walk is approximately 2.5km, on soft sand with 2 to 3 inclines.
- Recommended minimum age: 14. U18s accompanied by an adult.
- ANPR in place at Knoll Beach car park, please remember your car registration for the parking machines (free for National Trust members and blue badge holders). Coins can be used in the machine nearest visitor reception. JustPark app location code is 998930 and members can also add their card to the app.
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