North Wootton

From the smart little bistro of The Elms, wander across the golf course to Folke, passing its manor house and church. Join onto the old medieval road between Sherborne and Dorchester to reach the ancient building of West Hall, complete with scars caused during historical battle. Make your way through the many orchards and back to the medieval road, now nothing more than a track. Return to The Elms via the impressive galley of sculpture made at Dorset Forge and Fabrication.

Distance: 3 miles/5km
Time: 1.5 hours
Total climb: 210ft.
Max height: 265ft.
Min height: 375ft.
Terrain: Track, path, road and field.
Exertion: Easy.
Start: North Wootton. The Elms Car park. (Postcode: DT9 5NT, Grid reference: ST658142, What Three Words: courts.appeal.soccer)
Map: OS Explorer 129 Yeovil and Sherborne
How to get there: From Sherborne, take the A352 south to Dorchester. At the top of the first hill, turn left onto the A3030 to Blandford. Follow for approximately 1 mile and The Elms will be on your right.
Dogs: On leads where livestock is present and in accordance with any notices on the walk and The Countryside Code.
Refreshments: The Elms, North Wootton and The Rose and Crown, Longburton