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North Dorset Group

We are the North 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

From Melbury Abbas this walk takes us on a long loop to Shaftesbury and back. The route uses mostly minor roads, but expect a couple of muddy footpaths, some of which will be new to most walkers. There are a number of short climbs and slow descents, including Gold Hill. Plus several stunning vistas (weather permitting) from Castle Hill & Park Walk.

Wednesday 13 March 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Packed lunch.

Registered Assistance Dogs only.

Booking opens at 10.00am 03/03/24 and closes 10.00am 12/03/24

Email a contact phone number to the walk leader using the link in the black box near the top of the page.

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 87762 20493
Nearest postcode:
SP7 0DB
what3words:
pampered.awestruck.armrest
Start time:
10:00 am

Melbury Abbas village hall

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