An overview of walking in Dorset including links to walking information, walking equipment, walking holidays, walking maps and travel related to walking

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Walking in DorsetReturn to walking in England

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Beautiful undulating farmland and dramatic coastline with steep cliffs and fossils to hunt. The highest point in Dorset is at the tumuli / fort at Pilsdon Pen 277m / 908ft on the Monarch's Way between Birdsmoorgate and Broadwindsor


Linear Route Circular Route

Grades gradual ascents or descents along well defined paths or tracks. Suitable for novice walkers
considerable ascents and descents over moderate fell type terrain
strenuous sometimes exposed routes requiring map reading and navigational skills

Walking routes in or passing through Dorset


Castleman Trailway 26km / 16 miles
Liberty Trail 45km / 28 miles
Avon Valley Path 55km / 34 miles
River Parrett Trail 80km / 50 miles
Stour Valley Way 107km / 64miles
Blackmore Vale Path 114km / 71 miles
Cranborne Chase Path 122km / 76 miles
Dorset Jubilee Trail 145km / 90 miles
Hardy Way 342km / 212 miles

Further Information

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Dorset County Council

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