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Overview

From the Martyr's Tree, North to Snag Lane, Foxpound, Rake Barn, Ashley Barn, Piddle Wood and follow the river to Tolpuddle.

There will be good views but some muddy areas near the river Piddle.

Wednesday 24 January 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16km / 9.9mi
Ascent:
275m / 902ft
Type:
circular

Circular walk with a picnic but no dogs.

If we can get there before 3pm,  the pub in Tolpuddle should be open.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SY 79200 94501
Nearest postcode:
DT2 7EW
what3words:
northward.ratio.alcove
Start time:
10:00 am

Park on main road in village, meet under the Martyr's Tree on the Green.

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