Studland4 Jul 2025Rare seahorse numbers reach post-pandemic highLicensed divers count 17 seahorses during a survey at Studland Bay, the highest number since 2020.4 Jul 20251 Jul 2025Man dies in medical emergency on beach, police sayEmergency services were called to Knoll Beach to help the man in his 80s.1 Jul 202518 Jun 2025Volunteers restore grave of Napoleonic war veteranThe inscription revealed by the restoration details the military career of Sgt William Lawrence.18 Jun 20258 Jun 2025Removal of beach sea defences given go-aheadDefences will be removed from Middle Beach, Studland, as part of ongoing work by the National Trust.8 Jun 20251 May 2025Police campaign pulls reins on horse crimeDorset Police takes part in Operation Gallop to tackle equine crime in the county.1 May 202518 Apr 2025Blaze at nature reserve sparks investigationCrews remain on the scene after a fire tore through heath at Studland national nature reserve.18 Apr 202517 Apr 2025Firefighters battle coastal nature reserve blazeThe road is closed as firefighters are trying to contain a blaze at Studland national nature reserve.17 Apr 20251 Apr 2025Hotel revamp rejection 'blow to local economy'A planning inspector rejected redevelopment plans for Knoll House Hotel.1 Apr 202526 Mar 2025Hotel redevelopment rejected by inspectorDorset Council refused the changes in 2024 and a planning inspector rejected it earlier this month.26 Mar 2025...
