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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 car park of The Black Dog the route takes us up to the South Dorset Ridgeway at White Horse Hill via Osmington Drove. We will then follow the Ridgeway & the Hardy Way to reach Poxwell Manor, from where we start heading back across fields to Broadmayne. An undulating route which mostly follows bridleways, which will be muddy in places. There are no steep hills and no stiles. 

There will be short coffee/drinks stop on the Ridgeway to take in the views.

Christmas jumpers and hats are optional, but may be desirable to get us in the festive mood.

Saturday, 13 December 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
12:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.4km / 5.2mi
Ascent:
121.9m / 400ft
Type:
circular

We should be back at The Black Dog by approximately 12.15pm, to give us time to change and freshen up, ready for a drink before the Christmas lunch, which will be served at 1.00pm. 

NOTE: In the event of bad weather, the walk may be cancelled. Please check the website after 7.00pm on the evening before the walk.

 

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SY 73182 86423
Nearest postcode:
DT2 8ES
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Start time:
10:15 am

The Black Dog Inn, 50 Main Street, Broadmayne, DT2 8ES.

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