Steeple

Clamber the coastal cliffs of Kimmeridge with panoramic views over the Jurassic Coastline. Wander the along the ridge to drop down into the inland valley using the old holloways that saved many a smuggler from a roving officers eye. Enter into the little hamlet of Steeple, the smallest on the Isle of Purbeck, to find the hidden church with connections to the United States of America. Return skimming a farm once worked by one of Dorset most notorious residents and up the Devils Staircase to the peak.

Distance: 3 miles
Time: 1 hour
Total climb: 350ft
Max height: 400ft
Min height: 175ft
Terrain: Track, path, road and field.
Exertion: Climbs can be hard.
Start: Kimmeridge Quarry – free parking (Postcode: BH20 5NZ, Grid reference: SY918800)
Map: OS Explorer OL15 Purbeck and South Dorset
How to get there: From Wareham, take the first right out of Stoborough. Follow the road for about 4 miles, ignoring the turning to the Army ranges. Travel through Steeple and take the next right hand turn to Kimmeridge. The small quarry will be on your left hand side in a mile, just at the small junction.
Dogs: On leads where livestock is present and in accordance with any notices on the walk and The Countryside Code.
Refreshments: None on route, but a diversion to Kimmeridge village can provide some sustenance.

This walk also connects to the Swyre walk