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Dorset 4050 Walkers Group

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

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Overview

An exploration of the ancient tracks, villages and earth works around part of Cranborne Chase. Walking mainly on tracks and country roads.

From Wimborne St Giles we head to Knowlton rings with its derelict church and neolithic henge. Then on to Gussage all Saints and Gussage St Michael via the Sovel Down nature reserve and Ackling Dyke roman road.

Gussage Down is next with its long barrows, tumulus and neolithic settlement earth works.

We then make our way to our start point via Harley Down, Monkton up Wimborne, and Squirrels Corner.

Sunday, 7 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
24.1km / 15.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The walk is exposed in places so wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.

Cream Teas will be available in the village hall or some may choose refreshments in a local pub.

 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 03083 11991
Nearest postcode:
BH21 5LZ
what3words:
neck.honest.elsewhere
Start time:
10:00 am

The cross roads adjacent to the village First School. Road parking opposite the school and by the church. Please park with consideration.

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