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South Haven Point at Studland in Dorset marks the start (or finish) of the 630 mile (1013km) South West Coast Path - the UK's longest National Trail.

For serious walkers the Trail offers a challenging and rewarding walk, taking around 8 weeks. To get a taste, why not walk a short stretch in Dorset to experience stunning and inspirational landscapes, heritage and wildlife?

The walks suggested on this page, head across the county from east to west.

Studland village to Old Harry – a 3.8 mile (6km) round walk to Old Harry Rocks, which are impressive chalk stacks, and the top of Ballard Down with fantastic views over Poole Harbour and Swanage Bay.

Durlston Clifftop trail - 1 mile (1.6km) walk round walk with stunning views and one steepish climb. A tramper mobility scooter can be borrowed from Durlston Castle Visitor Centre.

Spyway car park to Swanage – a 5.4 mile (9km) one way walk, catching the bus back. If you want to swim in the pool cut into Dancing Ledge, check the tides!

St. Aldhelms Head – 5.1 mile(8km) round walk from Worth Matravers car park, including Winspit Quarry and St. Aldhelm’s Chapel.

Tyneham village and Flower’s Barrow – 4 miles (6.5km). Round walk.

Durdle Door and White Nothe – 7 miles (11km). Challenging round walk from Lulworth Cove car park including the world famous Durdle Door.

Portland South – 5.4 miles (9km). Round walk from Wakeham car park past Portland Bill lighthouse, with views across to the mainland cliffs.

Hive Beach – 1.9 miles (3km). Round walk from Hive Beach car park, taking in Burton Cliff; a dramatic tower of Bridport Sands. https://www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk/walksdb/79/

Seaton to Lyme Regis – a 7 mile (11km) one way route through the awesome undercliffs.

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