This walk has been cancelled

Poor weather and ground conditions

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South Dorset Group

We are the South Dorset Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

From the High Street in Wool, the walk follows the Hardy Way towards Bindon Abbey and then on to East Stoke Fen Nature Reserve. We return skirting the edge of the army ranges before crossing Coombe Heath Nature Reserve and following the Hardy Way back to our start point.

Whilst the walk is generally flat, there are some short inclines. Walking boots are recommended and please bring waterproofs. The sections close to the River Frome may be waterlogged. There will be some sections of road walking.

Please check our website the evening before the walk as the walk may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

We will stop for a short coffee break, but as this is a morning walk, there will not be a formal lunch stop.

 

Sunday, 25 February 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
78.9m / 259ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SY 84646 86650
Nearest postcode:
BH20 6DA
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Start time:
10:00 am

The walk will start from The Cross in Wool. Please park considerately on High Street, on The Cross or in neighbouring roads.

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