Climb to the summit of what many believe to be King Arthur’s Camelot. From Cadbury Castle's peak, gaze across the Somerset Levels to Glastonbury Tor and King Alfred’s Tower, a landscape once transformed by the sea or cloaked in wild woodland, where medieval royalty hunted between the trees. Wander among the mighty ramparts to uncover … Continue reading Cadbury Castle
Discover a hidden landscape, untouched for centuries. Climb the peaks of the hills surrounded by hillforts, ancient barrows and stone henges. Follow the ridge with views across the Jurassic coastline and discover a number of ruined farms. Delve down into the valley to find the old Abbotsbury Railway line, now just earthworks slicing through the … Continue reading Friar Waddon
Explore the historically rich, golden-hued village of Abbotsbury by wandering through crumbling ruins, which tower up to the sky, as well as those hidden, knocking at the ankles. Find ancient sculptures of long-gone Abbots and holes from musket balls fired during the Civil War. Discover the medieval pond with the great tithe barn and popular … Continue reading Abbotsbury Railway
Explore a secret section of the Jurassic Coastline hidden down old tracks that connected the long gone seaside settlements. Pass 17th century farms and old stone barns all under the shadow of Golden Cap. Discover ruins of an old village church, its origins linking back to a lone survivor who was washed ashore, his new … Continue reading Stanton St Gabriel
Discover the picturesque village of Milton Abbas and visit its impressive Abbey. In contrast, climb the wooded hills to find the hidden St Catherine's Chapel, looking down on the Abbey separated by a grassed staircase. Explore the woodland that once housed the first King of England's army on their way to beat the invading Danes … Continue reading Milton Abbas
Starting from Chesil Beach, with stunning views from Portland to South Devon, climb up to the historic St Catherine’s Chapel, inspired by the legend of St Catherine of Alexandria. Along the way, follow the famous geological marvel of Chesil Beach as it continues to its subtropical gardens and swannary, mixed with dragons teeth left over … Continue reading St Catherine’s Chapel, Abbotsbury
