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South Dorset Group

We are the South Dorset Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Plenty of variety, some steep up sections. Pass a ruined chapel, several dykes and views across Lyscombe Bottom.

Sunday, 23 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
250m / 820ft
Type:
circular

Circluar walk, picnic, no dogs.

Pub stop after the walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 73300 00401
Nearest postcode:
DT2 7RF
what3words:
rant.angel.stage
Start time:
10:00 am

Off road carpark behind hedge, on North side of lane, at Thorncombe Farm. It's about 3km East of Piddletrenthide

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking