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East Dorset Group

We are the East Dorset Ramblers. We offer friendship and company on walks of from 5 to 15 miles from the Purbecks to the New Forest and beyond.

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

A pleasant relatively short walk over heathland and through woodland. Only slight hills. Easy to reach by car or public transport.  Good views over Canford Heath and out to Poole Harbour and the Purbeck Hills.

 

 

Saturday, 4 April 2026
Start time:
2:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:15 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
96m / 315ft
Type:
circular

Much is gravel track but may be muddy in parts.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SZ 04490 95317
Nearest postcode:
BH11 8TF
what3words:
sunset.succeed.stirs
Start time:
2:00 pm

Canford Heath. Meet at gate entrance to Knighton Heath Golf Club. Park in Francis Avenue. If space taken, park in Turbary Retail car park near “The Range”

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