Studland Bay in WW2
Fort Henry,, Middle Beach car park,, Studland,, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 3AU
Studland Bay is known to many as a leisure destination boasting four miles of beach, but its historical significance is often overlooked. Discover how Studland Bay was used for military exercises during the Second World War and learn about ‘Exercise Smash’ – a full scale dress rehearsal for the Allied invasion of Europe and its crucial role in the success of the D-day landings.
Wander around Fort Henry and find out which four VIP's were said to have watched over the rehearsal from there. See other remnants of war such as the huge Dragons Teeth used as defence of an enemy invasion.
Our family friendly event takes place at Fort Henry on Sunday 15th September, from 10.30am to 3.30pm.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 15 September:
- 2pm at Knoll Beach Visitor Reception for the guided walk
Location & directions
Fort Henry,, Middle Beach car park,, Studland,, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 3AU
- Directions:
- Access Fort Henry via steps adjacent to Middle Beach car park entrance. For alternative route (no steps, gravel track which is bumpy in places), follow the path opposite the entrance to South Beach car park. The guided walk will be meeting at Knoll beach.
- Contact on day:
- National Trust Beach Office
- Telephone number:
- +441929450500
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Booking for the guided walk is via the Studland Bay Events website. No booking is needed to attend the event at Fort Henry or for the kids trail, just turn up on the day.
- Booking website:
- https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/studland-bay/events
Accessibility details
Access Fort Henry via steps adjacent to Middle Beach car park entrance. For alternative route (no steps, gravel track which is bumpy in places), follow the path opposite the entrance to South Beach car park. Mixed and uneven terrain throughout. Designated accessible parking. Accessible toilets at Knoll Beach, Middle Beach and Shell Bay. Changing places at Knoll Beach.
Additional information
Event at Fort Henry and kids trail available without booking. The guided walk must be booked. Minimum age 14 for the walk and under 18's must be supervised by an adult.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 20
- Est. tour duration:
- 2 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
