Dorset, United Kingdom
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Dorset, United Kingdom
Hike to Durdle Door
5.04 mi / 150 ft gainThe shingled beach that lies at the foot of Durdle Door can be easily accessed via a footpath and steps over the hill from Lulworth Cove (2 miles) or down from the car park of Durdle Door Holiday Park. When heading down the steep hill to Durdle Door you will notice the spectacular Man O’War Cove ...Read more -
Dorset, United Kingdom
Hike the Southwest Coast Path from Lulworth Cove to Weymouth
11.1 miDeparting from the car park at Lulworth Cove, there is only a short section of uphill trail before you reach the Durdle Door trailer park and parking lot. Your mile-long warm up will wear off at this point because you'll have to spend some time gazing at Durdle Door, an erosion-created arch in th...Read more -
Dorset, United Kingdom
Hike the Southwest Coast Path: Kimmeridge to Lulworth Cove
7.8 mi / 1654 ft gainThere is plenty of parking options at Kimmeridge Bay, which is located just a mile from the village of Kimmeridge. Follow signs for the SW Coastal Path on the west side of the parking lot, and head away from the Clavell Tower on the opposite side of the bay. You'll soon pass an old (but still fun...Read more -
Dorset, United Kingdom
Hike to Old Harry Rocks
4.73 miFrom the car park in Studland village, take the lane (Manor Rd) down by the Bankes Arms pub (it should be on your right). Turn left by the public toilets on to the path signed for Old Harry. Continue along this path for approximately 30 minutes and you'll eventually reach the coast and Old Harry ...Read more -
Dorset, United Kingdom
Hike the Southwest Coast Path from Swanage to Kimmeridge Bay
15 miBeginning at Peveril Point on the southwest edge of Swanage Bay, follow signs for the SW Coastal Path. This path is direct and easy to follow, but there are many sights and stops along the way to Kimmeridge. After just less than 2 miles, you'll reach your first noteworthy landmark - the Anvil Po...Read more -
Cheddar, United Kingdom
Rock Climb at Cheddar Gorge
1 mi / 50 ft gainThe gorge is split into 2 sections, the north side and south side of the road – the north side is accessible year round, but the south side is subject to periodic closures and is worth checking with the entrance station if it is open (a general rule is that it is closed between march and June due...Read more -
Bathwick, United Kingdom
Bath Skyline Loop
5.93 mi / 745 ft gainBath Skyline Loop is an easily accessible trail from Bath, and takes a wide loop through meadows and hills with a picturesque view of the city. The full loop is around 6 miles, but there are numerous trails and ways to make it a bit shorter. The classic “skyline” view is near the start, if you go...Read more -
Avebury, United Kingdom
Explore the Avebury Stones
1 miThe Avebury Stones are a short distance from Bath in southwestern England. Exploring them only requires a short distance of walking, but rewards with views of the surrounding rural setting and a number of historic fixtures of this area. From Bath, drive, bus, or taxi to the village of Avebury. T...Read more