Beginning at The Crown Inn in Puncknowle, haunted by local legend, pass the impressive, yet modest, Puncknowle Manor House, linked to historical figures who put their brains to work. Enter the little hamlet of Swyre, well known for its smuggling past to continue to Chesil Beach, famous for its breathtaking views and myths, including tales of a mysterious sea creature known as the Veasta. Wander through the landscape full of wildlife, rumour and treasure from smuggling endeavours to then climb up to the remains of a coastal lookout. Return through the old tracks and trails of the coastal residents to Puncknowle.
- Distance – 4 miles
- Duration – 2 hours.
- Exertion – Medium.
- Terrain – Path, track and road.
- Dogs – Be aware of livestock and keep to the countryside code. Few gates, a couple of stiles.
- Map – OL Explorer 15 Purbeck and South Dorset
- Start – Puncknowle, The Crown Inn (Postcode: DT2 9BN, Grid reference: SY534886). Alternate starts can be at The Bull in Swyre or the car park and The Manor House in West Bexington,
- Refreshments – The Crown in Puncknowle, The Bull in Swyre and The Manor House in West Bexington
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