Explore the landscape caught between quarries and the army. Starting at a fresh green space, bordered by an ancient barrow, cross the railway that rose like a phoenix from the ashes. Clamber into heathlands skimming the military training area, through the wild landscape of Purbeck Nature Reserve. Wander past derelict farms and million pound houses that sit on its edge, with views to Poole Harbour and beyond.
Distance: 4miles/6km
Duration: 2-3 hours
Ability: Easy.
Max Height: 175ft.
Min Height: 22ft.
Total climb: 160ft.
Terrain: Tracks, paths and roads.
Map: OS Explorer OL15 Purbeck and South Dorset
Start Point: Bog Lane Car Park. (Postcode: BH20 5AN, Grid Reference: SY918855, What Three Words: prepared.dangerously.fruits).
How to Get There: Head south from Wareham on the B3075 straight through Stoborough. Turn left onto the main road and then right onto West Lane. Turn right again onto Holme Lane and then the next right to access the car park. Height restriction at 2.1m on entry.
Refreshments: None on route but nearby is The Halfway Inn and a number of options in both Corfe Castle and Wareham.
Neighbouring walks: Wareham, The Blue Pool, Steeple, Tyneham, Lulworth Estate and Wool
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