The 3 Most Amazing Peaks around Pitcombe
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Pitcombe is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 3
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Pitcombe for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: June 28, 2026
Hose Gate Road Summit
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Gare Hill Summit
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Beacon Hill Viewpoint
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View of Cadbury Castle from Parrock Hill
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Holway Hill and Sandford Orcas Village
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Surrounded by the Dorset countryside, it is a beautiful place to explore and to embrace its distinctive characteristics.
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Sandford Orcas sits beneath Holway Hill, where the summit stands at 172m. The village itself is full of English history, with the Manor house built around 1550 AD and the church of Saint Nicholas thought to be from the 13th century. Surrounded by the Dorset countryside, it is a beautiful place to explore and to embrace its distinctive characteristics.
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Beacon Hill is one of the highest viewpoints in Dorset. Its tree-covered summit reaches 84m, and there is a public footpath running roughly north to south over the top. Historically, it was one of a series of beacons used to warn of the advancing Spanish Armada. It is a beautiful spot to stop for a picnic or a rest, with amazing views.
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Parrock Hill has a summit of 179m, with beautiful views of Cadbury Castle and the Dorset countryside. An amazing place to stop for a short break and take in the amazing surroundings.
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There are great views north towards Cadbury Castle and south along Corton Ridge if you leave the Monarch's Way and climb Parrock Hill. The top is a rounded grassy summit at 179m, not as high as the Beacon to the south east but higher than Cadbury Castle. A brilliant picnic or rest stop.
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Gare hill is a great climb to test yourself on - it goes up in 3 stages and brings you up into the forest. Or if you are looking for fun it's a great descent.
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Alternative off road route to get between Alfred’s tower and Gare Hill. Road bikes ok but you should have around 30c
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