We are the Dorset 4050 Ramblers. We are a friendly, mixed-age group of walkers.
Charlie
From Hardys Monument, we’ll descend through the woods, following the Jubilee Trail and make our way to the Bridehead estate (where part of Broadchurch was filmed). After climbing from the valley, we’ll be rewarded with far-reaching views of West Dorset, then a brief snack stop followed by a visit to the Kingston Russell stone circle. Lunch will be at a derelict but peaceful chapel in the woods. From here, we head onto the South Dorset Ridgeway with stunning views in all directions and follow it back to our end point. This is west Dorset so expect some hills. They are mainly good walking paths but there is a section which is quite overgrown (mainly long grass) so care is needed.
* Non-members welcome (Ramblers have a limit of three group walks as a non-member)
* Booking not required, but please check the ramblers website the night before, as very occasionally we need to make last minute changes. Please use SMS / Whatsapp for further info. For problems on the morning of the walk, message Charlie on 07846433765. We start promptly at 10am.
Fitness: All participants are responsible for their own health and fitness to undertake this walk. We’re known for being one of the quicker-walking Dorset groups, our pace is reasonably brisk, with periodic drink stops. Please contact walk leader if you have any doubts.)
Food & drink - given the warmer weather, please bring enough water, lunch and snacks. We will have 2 short snack stops plus a lunch break.
Dogs - no dogs except RAD
Check the weather forecast beforehand and dress appropriately
Please Note there are no public toilets at the start or on this walk
Parking - there are 3 parking areas at or near Hardy Monument. They are all free of charge. Please remember this is a popular area for visitors so please park respectfully and car share if possible. Parking locations are, at the monument, please use this car park if possible - ///runners.riverbed.sake. Other car parks are: Black Down Stone Circle Car Park (10 minute walk to start) - ///rewarding.centuries.spell . Smitten Corner, at the bottom of the hill from the monument (10 minute walk to start) - ///sparrows.ended.unzips
