Fore Adventure in Studland is where Dorset’s wild side truly shines.
Set right by the sea at Middle Beach, this outdoor adventure company invites you to get closer to nature, from paddling beneath chalk cliffs to learning the art of foraging and cooking what you find.
Their base, affectionately called the Hutquarters, sits at the edge of the National Trust car park overlooking Studland Bay.
You can’t miss the view, calm turquoise waters stretch toward the famous chalk stacks of Old Harry Rocks, and it’s from here that many of their adventures begin.
Kayaking is one of the most popular activities, and it’s easy to see why.
Their sit-on-top kayaks are stable and beginner-friendly, perfect for families or anyone who wants to explore at a relaxed pace.
As you paddle out, you’ll spot seabirds wheeling above and hear stories from your guide about smugglers and hidden coves once used in centuries past.
For those keen to learn a new skill, Fore Adventure also runs kayak coaching sessions and fishing trips.
You can even combine it all in a day of “Kayak Fish Forage and Feast,” which ends with a delicious outdoor meal made from what you’ve caught and gathered.
If you’d rather be standing than sitting, their paddleboarding sessions are a brilliant way to glide across the bay.
💡 Fore Adventure’s team are all qualified, experienced, and passionate about sharing Dorset’s great outdoors in a safe, welcoming way.
The instructors make learning easy, within a few minutes, you’ll find your balance and start to enjoy the calm rhythm of the water.
Families can even paddle together and venture towards the famous white cliffs in the distance.
Away from the sea, there’s a whole other side to Fore Adventure, the foraging and feasting experiences.
Depending on the season, you might gather wild garlic, alexanders, and sea beet along the coast or wander through hedgerows looking for edible flowers and berries.
In spring, the scent of wild garlic fills the air as you learn how to identify it safely and turn it into a pesto or soup.
Summer brings edible seaweeds and coastal greens, it’s amazing how much of Dorset’s coastline is full of natural food once you know what to look for.
Fore Adventure’s bushcraft sessions are another highlight. Set in their peaceful private woodland, you’ll learn how to light fires, filter water, and build shelters.
These sessions are fun, hands-on, and perfect for reconnecting with simple outdoor skills.
Families love the seasonal bushcraft days, where children can safely try out fire lighting, whittling, and campfire cooking with guidance from the instructors.
Every adventure here is about more than just activity, it’s about learning from nature and spending time together.
Whether you’re kayaking under the cliffs, standing tall on a paddleboard, or cooking up wild food in the woods, you’ll come away with salty hair, muddy hands, and a big grin.
To find out more or book your next Dorset adventure, visit Fore Adventure.
📍 The Hutquarters, Middle Beach Car Park, Studland, BH19 3AP
