Pulham, Dungeon Hill and Castle Hill

Starting in the small village of Pulham, deep in North Dorset, make your way through the fields of the Blackmore Vale to Dungeon Hillfort. Towering above the landscape, topped with a cap of hollow forest, discover the ancient ramparts. Built into the earthworks are Victorian arches which, during construction, produced a plethora of ancient treasures. Explore the long gone estate of Castle Hill, it’s decorative landscape design, lake, bridge and grotto now taken back by nature! Return over the wide open fields and past isolated 13th century farms, following the course of the little River Lydden.

Distance: 5.5 miles/8 km
Time: 2 hours
Total climb: 175ft.
Max height: 450ft.
Min height: 300ft.
Terrain: Track, path, road and field.
Exertion: Easy.
Start: The Halsey Arms, Pulham (Postcode: DT2 7DZ, Grid reference: ST707086).
Map: OS Explorer 117 Cerne Abbas and Bere Regis
How to get there: From Sherborne take the A3030 to Blandford Forum. After approximately 4 miles, turn right towards King Stag. Follow the road for another 4 miles or so and on entering the village of Pulham, the pub is on your left.

Dogs: On leads where livestock is present and in accordance with any notices on the walk and The Countryside Code. This is also horse country, be aware when entering fields and your dog being free.
Refreshments: At the start and finish of the walk is the The Halsey Arms in Pulham.

Neighbouring Walks: King’s Stag, Hazelbury Bryan, The Dorsetshire Gap, Buckland Newton, Dogbury and Glanvilles Wootton.