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The Merchant’s Incline

Castle Road
Castletown
Portland
Dorset
DT5 1AU

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The Merchant’s Incline is a wonderful way to walk up onto Portland with stunning views across the Harbour and Chesil Bank. Previously a gravity-operated railway, it’s now the South West Coast Path. It’s a steep, long climb but a wonderful traffic free route. At the top, the Merchant’s railway line, which once transported stone on wagons pulled by horses, takes you on through the Verne Local Nature Reserve with views of the west cliffs and lots of wildlife to enjoy. Follow the South West Coast Path signs from Portland Castle.

The Jailhouse café, Verne Prison, a short diversion (about 0.4 miles) offers a welcome break and fabulous views across the Jurassic Coast. www.jailhousecafe.co.uk.

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* The Jailhouse café, Verne Prison, a short diversion (about 0.4 miles) offers a welcome break and fabulous views across the Jurassic Coast. Jailhousecafe.co.uk.

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