Fontmell Magna is a village located in the Blackmore Vale in North Dorset, England, characterized by a diverse landscape that supports a range of outdoor activities. The area features rolling farmlands, woodlands, and the chalk hills of Cranborne Chase, including the notable Fontmell Down. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities, Fontmell Magna offers more than 30 routes across…
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47
hikers
9.23km
02:32
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.27km
00:53
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.51km
01:53
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150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.84km
01:57
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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8.86km
01:06
230m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.46km
00:47
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.80km
00:58
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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42
riders
65.2km
02:58
520m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48.3km
02:22
290m
290m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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39.9km
01:55
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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15
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15.6km
01:08
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.3km
03:32
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.0km
02:18
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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79.4km
05:20
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48.6km
03:14
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.9km
03:04
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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104km
06:57
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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17.3km
01:20
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Fontmell Magna offers routes for Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features a diverse landscape with rolling farmlands, woodlands, and chalk hills. More than 30 routes are available for exploration.
Fontmell Magna routes have been explored by over 13,000 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars from more than 1,200 ratings.
Fontmell Magna offers 11 hiking routes, including trails on Fontmell Down and through Fontmell Wood. A 4-mile (6.4 km) circular walk from the village encompasses Fontmell Brook, Fontmell Down Nature Reserve, and Fontmell Wood. More hiking options can be found in the Hiking around Fontmell Magna guide.
Yes, Fontmell Magna provides options for less strenuous walks. The Easy hikes around Fontmell Magna guide highlights suitable trails. The landscape, with its gentle hills and varied terrain, is generally well-suited for ramblers of different abilities.
Fontmell Magna offers a variety of cycling routes, including 6 for Touring cycling, 8 for Road cycling, and 3 for Mountain biking. The rural lanes are suitable for touring and road cycling, while the diverse terrain also supports mountain and gravel biking. Explore options in the Cycling around Fontmell Magna guide.
Fontmell Magna features 5 dedicated jogging routes. The diverse landscape, including woodlands and farmlands, provides varied terrain for runners. Specific routes are detailed in the Running Trails around Fontmell Magna guide.
Trails in Fontmell Magna traverse Fontmell Down, a nature reserve known for diverse wildlife and views over the Blackmore Vale. Other features include the Fontmell Brook, Fontmell Wood, and the chalk hills of Cranborne Chase. The area is characterized by rolling farmland and woodlands.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Fontmell Magna. These include guides for Hiking, Running, Cycling, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, and Gravel biking.
Fontmell Down is a nature reserve and part of the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a chalk downland site supporting various orchid species, butterflies, and rare birds. The down features steep slopes, uneven ground, and narrow paths, with a marked 1.9-mile (3 km) circular trail.
Yes, the official village website for Fontmell Magna is fontmellmagna.website. This resource may provide additional local information.

