We are the Dorset 4050 Ramblers. We are a friendly, mixed-age group of walkers.
We commence our circular walk in Evershot starting at the village hall.
Please note start time is 9:45AM
We enter the grounds of Melbury Park passing Melbury House, where we may see herds of deer. We pass through Melbury Osmund and walk to Lewcombe where we will have a visit to the 'Fairy Church', really St James Church, first built in 1218, allegedly built where it is because fairies kept repeatedly moving the building materials to the location from the top of Castle Hill. There is an impressive round stained glass window depicting a tale of Charles Crew who died at sea in 1893.
We will pass Lewcombe Manor and walk along part of the Macmillan Way (named for the cancer charity) , which starts in Boston Lincolnshire and ends at Abbotsbury. We will reach the highest point of the walk at 731 feet in Grit Lane. We continue along open countryside to Rampisham where we will halt for lunch by the river.
After lunch we will follow at patchwork of quiet lanes and footpaths back to Evershot where we may take optional after walk refreshments at The Acorn Inn.
The ground is a mixture of quiet lanes, bridleways and footpaths some not frequently used. There are a fair number of stiles, some a little unloved and one shallow river we need to ford. So footwear wise, I'd highly recommend boots, not trail shoes. Expect mud in some sheltered areas and some moderate depth grass.
Fitness - all participants are responsible for their own health and fitness to undertake this walk. We’re known for being one of the quicker Dorset groups, our pace is reasonably brisk. Please contact the Leader if you have any concerns.
Food and drink - please bring sufficient food and drink. We will have a short stop at the church, a longer stop at lunch and a short afternoon stop.
Toilets - there are no toilets on the route. Dogs - no dogs except RAD.
Please check the weather beforehand and dress appropriately.
To book a place on the walk please contact Tim 07825773363 by Whatsapp or SMS.
Please car share to reduce our carbon footprint, leader can possibly advise others you may be able to share with.
To reach Evershot from the south turn off A35 at Dorchester on to A37 toward Yeovil through Grimstone and continue north for about 6 miles, at Holywell and then turn left , signposted Evershot and descend East Hill into the village. The village hall is situated on the left. Please park considerately in the village. It is approximately 1 hour travel from the BCP area.
