Weave through the hidden paths, between interlocking spurs, high up in the valley of the River Frome. From a tunnel, carved into the chalk, climb out of the valley to drop back down to the river where sheep were once washed. Merge onto the old road, passing ruins of lives gone by, to Frome St … Continue reading Holywell
Wander through a landscape steeped in mystery and legend. From ancient stones to witches, scramble boulders and skim ruins along the old Coffin Way. Pass a sanctuary that inspired artists to cut through the woodland to the coast. Follow the coastal path along the ragged and rough shoreline as seals bask on the beaches below. … Continue reading Zennor
From the home of Dorset’s most famous poet discover the landscape that was the inspiration for Stonehenge. Drop down into the meadows of the River Frome, crossing the oldest railway of the county. Follow the river downstream to West Stafford skimming the home of an Oscar winning film director. Weave with the little river of … Continue reading Max Gate
Explore the hidden corners of Wareham Forest by following the footsteps of King Edward’s entourage as they carried his murdered corpse from Wareham to Shaftesbury. Pass isolated thatched cottages and renovated chapels to cross the old turnpike road into thick woodland, rough gorse and scented heather. Climb the ramparts of Woolsbarrow to views over the … Continue reading Bloxworth
From the coastal cliffs of Kimmeridge, wander inland down into the valley of the River Corfe. Pass the mysterious Harp Stone, once marking an ancient route now sunk into the ground, and carved by centuries of rain, wind and sea spray. Clamber the remaining earthworks of Whiteway and zig zag up the Purbeck Hills to … Continue reading Blackmanston
A two-mile trail, featuring nine artistic stiles, promoting the village's history and landscape while supporting community projects, local businesses and well-being initiatives. The Stile Trail Officially opened by Steve Harris from BBC Radio Dorset on 28th June 2025 at The Trooper Inn Introduction Participants Village History Route All Accessible Route Introduction A two mile loop … Continue reading The Stourton Caundle Stile Trail
Weave between the deep sinkholes and rising burial mounds of Affpuddle Heath. Drop down to the little village of Briantspuddle, its little thatched cottages all built for a purpose in the 19th century. Cross over the Piddle and up to Piddles Wood, partly owned by Queen Guitarist Brain May, all with the mission to conserve. … Continue reading Affpuddle
From the large, golden stone village of Milborne Port, cross the county boundary out of Somerset and into Dorset. Meet the hedges of the lost London Road, its route heavily used until the introduction of the turnpikes. Enter the little hamlet of Goathill complete with its cave, church and old mill, and cross the river … Continue reading Goathill
