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Dorset 4050 Walkers Group

We are the Dorset 4050 Ramblers. We are a friendly, mixed-age group of walkers.

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
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Overview

Love the coast path AND the Purbecks? This walk is for you. Starting from the village of Kingston, we head out to St Aldhelm's Head to enjoy enormous views to the east and west, including Chapman's Pool.  A quick stop to look at the 800 year old St Aldhem's chapel (complete with its ancient grafitti), then it's coast path all the way to Seacombe, dropping down at Winspit caves before climbing back up again for more sea views. Turning inland at Seacombe we swing through Worth Matravers (missing the Square and Compass, but peeking in at the 11th century church, one of the oldest in Dorset). From here, it's cross-country all the way back to Kingston with views over to Corfe Castle from the Purbeck Way. The walk ends with optional refreshments at The Scott Arms in Kingston.  

Don't be fooled by the lower mileage from our usual 4050 walks - this is a short and sharp one!  There are some steep steps and climbs and, of course, descents to match.  A few stiles at the latter end (5/6) also.  Please text walk leader Ann on 07961 953100 if you want to join this walk. Thank you. 

Sunday, 12 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
535m / 1755ft
Type:
circular

What you need to consider:

  • Bring packed lunch. There will be brief drink/snack stops as well. 
  • There are no toilets en route.   
  • Good walking shoes as a minimum – be prepared for anything!
  • Bring enough drink for the walk
  • Dogs – assistance dogs only 

 

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SY 95313 79465
Nearest postcode:
BH20 5LL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Houns Tout Car Park (free), West Street, Kingston, Wareham, BH20 5LL. Please lift share where possible.

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