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South West England

View of the Dorset Landscape

South West England

View of the Dorset Landscape

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View of the Dorset Landscape

Hiking

4.9

(65)

Gravel riding

5.0

(1)

Cycling

5.0

(1)

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Dorset National Landscape

Location: Corfe Castle, Purbeck, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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September 19, 2024

Hiking

Atop this ridge you are offered breathtaking 360 degree views of the surrounding Dorset landscape.

September 25, 2026

Hiking

The Purbeck Way offers spectacular, panoramic views across the Dorset countryside and coast. From the ridge, you can see the dramatic ruins of Corfe Castle, the vast waters of Poole Harbour, and the sweeping arc of Swanage Bay. It beautifully showcases the rolling chalk downs and the historic Jurassic Coast.

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View of Corfe Castle – Swanage Beach loop from Corfe Castle

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Dancing Ledge – Winspit Quarry Caves loop from Langton Matravers

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#3.

St Aldhelm's Chapel – Winspit Quarry Caves loop from Corfe Castle

24.6km

06:54

480m

480m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 160 m

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Location: Corfe Castle, Purbeck, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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