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East Dorset Group

We are the East Dorset Ramblers. We offer friendship and company on walks of from 5 to 15 miles from the Purbecks to the New Forest and beyond.

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

Overview

A walk through Moors Valley Country Park and Ashley Heath. Mainly level, optional refreshments in park.

No booking required

Saturday, 21 March 2026
Start time:
1:30 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
43m / 141ft
Type:
circular

A walk though woodland and the centre of the park which may be quite busy and popular with children.  Further reaches of the park are quiet and very natural. Lakes with many ducks, swans and other birds plus spring flowers.   Returning via part of the old Castleman Trailway and the remains of Ashley Heath railway station.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 11389 04655
Nearest postcode:
BH24 2JQ
what3words:
flight.gentle.functions
Start time:
1:30 pm

Meet at Ashley Heath outside 'One Stop' convenience store on Horton Road. Park discreetly in surrounding roads (not in 'One Stop' 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