Starting at The Fox Inn that sits on the river banks, wander around the small village of Corscombe, along ancient Holloways and over old stone bridges. Follow trickling streams through the medieval landscape once controlled by Sherborne Abbey and the monks that lived at The Grange. Visit the mysterious, prehistoric stones, giant megaliths standing proud in a lush green valley, sitting on one of the oldest routes in Britain, their purpose unknown. Explore the enchanted woodland, with views across sloping spurs that inspired an award winning musical artist. Pass a country estate with ancestral connections to Harvard University, a legacy that still exists today. Skim one of the highest peaks in the county to return to the 400 year old pub at the heart of the peaceful village.
Distance: 4.5 miles/7km (an extra mile to the stones, and an extra 1.5 miles to Urless Farm). See map at bottom of page.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Ability: Easy
Max Height: 620ft.
Min Height: 310ft.
Total climb: 540ft.
Terrain: Track, path, road and field. Can get boggy, regardless of season.
Map: OS Explorer 117 Cerne Abbas and Bere Regis
Start Point: The Fox inn, Corscombe. (Postcode: DT2 0PD, Grid Reference: ST525052, What Three Words: unrated.requires.sentences).
How to Get There: From Dorchester, head north west on the A37. Once through Grimstone, take the next left onto the A356 to Crewkerne. Follow the same road for about 10 miles to turn right signposted to Corscombe and Halstock, just after Toller Down. Stay on the narrow lane for about a mile, all the way down to the village to arrive at the river and Fox Inn, parking, and overflow parking, on the right hand side.
Dogs: In accordance with the Countryside Code and any notices on route.
Refreshments: Sadly the The Fox Inn had to close so nearby are The Winyard’s Gap Inn at Chedington and The Acorn Inn at Evershot.
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Tried the walk early August and parts are so overgrown we had to give up sadly.