In collaboration with The Dorset Wildlife Trust Circle around the nature reserve of Kingcombe. Once a small farming hamlet, untouched by modern development and agricultural chemicals, it has become one of Dorset Wildlife Trust’s most treasured reserves. Climb up the valley past a thatched farmhouse and lost cottages to St Mary’s Lane, crowned by the … Continue reading Kingcombe Heritage Trail
From the blue horizon of the northern Cornish coastline, follow the magical waters of the River Trevillet. Weave between fern-lined paths and moss‑softened woodland, keeping to the trodden route over little footbridges and stepping stones. Climb up St Nectan’s Glen as it narrows to emerge at a rocky crest. Drop down into the gully of … Continue reading St Nectan’s Glen
Start in the little settlement of Thornford, named after a river crossing and bordered by two growing streams. Wander the back lanes to the site of a Roman villa amongst a collection of lime kilns scattered across the valley. Discover the musically rich Mill Farm, once a grist mill now a bustling smallholding full of … Continue reading Thornford to Bradford Abbas
Discover the secret valley of the Plush Stream. Down the back lanes of the back lanes, explore the landscape littered with ancient earthworks, medieval trackways and a mysterious chimney coming out of the ground. Climb up high for views across the heart of the county, the scenes enjoyed by a modest architect who influenced a … Continue reading Plush
A small walk around the little town of Lyme Regis, delving down the back streets and along the river valley. Discover an art work by Bansky and a healing well for lepers, standing in the grounds of a disappeared chapel. Weave through the narrow streets to the church, sitting on the edge of the land … Continue reading Lyme Regis
