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Dramatic coastline

Standing tall at the southern end of Studland Bay is one of the most famous landmarks on the South Coast – Old Harry.

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Towering sea stacks

Standing tall at the southern end of Studland Bay is one of the most famous landmarks on the South Coast – Old Harry.

The towering chalk formations at Handfast Point are popularly know as Old Harry Rocks, but the name actually refers only to the single stack of chalk which stands furthest out to sea.

Among his modern claims to fame is that he stands on the eastern extremity of the Jurassic Coast world heritage site, as well as being the first major landmark for walkers tackling the South West Coast Path from east to west.

Until 1896 there was another stack beside him known as Old Harry’s Wife, but erosion caused her to tumble into the sea, leaving just a stump.

Old Harry Rocks (c) Herry Lawford

Old Harry Rocks walk

Take in breathtaking views of the Jurassic coast and unique rock formations on a circular coastal trail from South Beach in Studland, with Celtic earthworks and plenty of wildlife to enjoy along the way.

This is a fairly gentle walk, normally with good conditions underfoot, of 3.5 miles which should take 1-2 hours.

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