We are the Dorset 4050 Ramblers. We are a friendly, mixed-age group of walkers.
This circular walk follows a section of the South Dorset Ridgeway, and returns via a section of the South West Coast Path. There are fine sea views over Weymouth Bay and towards Portland, as well as of the White Horse.
We meet at Icen Lane, then head North up a long moderately steep hill, through Bincombe to the top of the South Dorset Ridgeway. From there we follow the Ridgeway East, past Chalbury Hill Fort and the White Horse before descending into the village of Osmington. We cross the road and take a footpath down towards Osmington Mills where we will probably take lunch on the beach. After lunch we pick up the South West Coast Path back towards Weymouth. From Preston Beach Road we cut inland through the Lodmoor nature reserve and Lorton Valley back to the start point.
There may be a odd muddy patch along the way, but nothing too bad.
Expect the usual 4050 brisk pace.
Bring drinks, snacks and a packed lunch to keep you going.
There are one or two easy stiles.
Public toilets at Osmington Mills.
No dogs except RAD.
All walkers are responsible for their own health and fitness to undertake this walk
Check the weather forecast beforehand and dress appropriately; layers, waterproofs, and good waterproof walking boots or shoes are recommended.
Non-members welcome (Ramblers have a limit of three group walks as a non-member)
Advance booking not required on this walk. Please use email / SMS / Whatsapp for advance enquiries. OK to phone if problems on the morning of the walk. ChrisW on 07880 782569.
Icen Lane, Weymouth. From the A354 relief road, take the Littlemoor exit at the roundabout onto the A353 Littlemoor Road. 100M later you reach a second roundabout where you take the first exit signposted Bincombe. There is on-street parking between the roundabout and the point where Icen Lane turns North towards Bincombe. We will meet here. Important: This is the half of Icen Lane on the EAST side of the Weymouth Relief Road. When the relief road was built it cut Icen Lane in two. It's not recommended to drive through Bincombe as the road is narrow and passing is difficult.
