Studland heath fire started by bonfire that got out of control
A fire that destroyed a large area of heathland at Studland was started accidentally by a bonfire
Last updated 2nd Dec 2021
It's now known how a major heath fire that broke out in Studland on Tuesday evening started.
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service have confirmed to Greatest Hits Radio Dorset the cause was 'accidental and spread from a bonfire.'
Firefighters from across the county were called to Godlingston Heath to tackle the blaze on the nature reserve owned by the National Trust.
A large area of heathland was destroyed.
Tackling the blaze was made more difficult due to the strong winds.
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue asked people to avoid the area, and told residents to keep their windows shut because of the smoke.