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Old Harry Rocks – Old Harry Rocks loop from Swanage

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Old Harry Rocks – Old Harry Rocks loop from Swanage

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5.0

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Old Harry Rocks – Old Harry Rocks loop from Swanage

01:21

11.7km

210m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Dorset National Landscape

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Start point

Bus stop

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995 m

It can be reached by bike. In some segments the path is narrow and you have to share it with hikers and horses.

The cliff views are very nice. Better to go early if you want to avoid the rush of tourists.

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5.42 km

Old Harry Rocks

Highlight • Natural Monument

Studland Bay is dominated by one of the south coast's most famous landmarks - Old Harry. It is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and is managed by the National Trust.

The chalk formations are popularly known as Old Harry Rocks, but the name Old Harry actually refers to the single chalk rock that stands furthest out to sea. Until 1896 there was another boulder called Old Harry's Wife, but erosion caused it to collapse into the sea, leaving only a stump.

visit-dorset.com/listing/old-harry-rocks/130693301

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5.61 km

View of Old Harry Rocks and Christchurch Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this part of the coast path, you can enjoy phenomenal views of Old Harry Rocks and across Christchurch Bay to Poole Harbour and Bournemouth. Studland Bay curves around to the north, its golden sand tempting you to hike down to the waterfront.

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7.07 km

View of Studland Bay and the Isle of Wight from the Purbeck Way

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Grassy bridleway with sea and cliff views on both sides. Part of the Jurassic Coast trail and a truly stunning place to run from the top of Studland Hill to Old Harry Rocks.

On a clear day you get great views of the Needles and the Isle of Wight.

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11.1 km

Swanage Beach

Highlight • Beach

Quaint Victorian Seaside Resort

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11.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.82 km

2.34 km

885 m

270 m

185 m

168 m

Surfaces

6.83 km

3.01 km

637 m

457 m

386 m

351 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Tuesday 30 June

21°C

16°C

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Old Harry Rocks – Old Harry Rocks loop from Swanage

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Old Harry Rocks

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View of Old Harry Rocks and Christchurch Bay

View of Studland Bay and the Isle of Wight from the Purbeck Way

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