Hengistbury Head walk

East Dorset Group

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Overview

A circular walk from Wick Lane, Southbourne. We follow the River Stour as it flows into Christchurch harbour to Hengistbury Head and after a short break on the beach return via the nature reserve and Wick Village.

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 75.6m / 248ft
Type:: circular

Bus accessible, 1b and 1c Bournemouth/Boscombe/Christchurch, 33 Bournemouth/Royal Bournemouth Hospital/Christchurch alight Tuckton Bridge. 5 minute walk alongside river to meeting point.

Features

Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SZ 15207 92145
Nearest postcode:: BH6 4JX
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Start time:: 10:30 am

WICK (SOUTHBOURNE) meet in Riverlands car park in Wick Lane south of river (pay, card only), or park in side roads

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