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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.

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

A strenuous walk from Ringstead along the SWCP to the edge of Lulworth with 4 steep ascents and descents. The route back to Ringstead follows a more level path. Hopefully wonderful views including Durdle Door.

No dogs. 

Please check this website after 19:00 on the day before the walk as it will be postponed if heavy rain is forecast. 

Wednesday, 17 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
550m / 1804ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SY 75754 82493
Nearest postcode:
DT2 8NQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Ringstead National Trust car park - free for members and £6 for non-members. The ticket machine for NT members is near the entrance just past the cattle grid. Meet at the east end of the car park.

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