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Wessex Wanderers Railway Walks

We are the Wessex Wanderers Railway Walks. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

A linear walk across varied terrain, starting with fields and farms, some of which are likely to be wet and muddy, with some woodland paths and streams to cross.  We  continue on a steady climb on a quiet lane to Gore Hill, to walk along the hilltop paths with stunning views across Dorset down land.  We then drop down into Sydling St Nicholas before the final ascent to cross the A37 and down into Maiden Newton.

Wednesday, 16 April 2025
Start time:
10:10 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Bring picnic lunch.

Pace will be brisk when conditions allow.  Walking boots recommended, and trekking poles (if used) advised.  

Registered assistance dogs only - please phone leader beforehand.

Outward train to Chetnole (request stop - travel in front carriage and advise train manager that you wish to alight at this station)
From Bristol Temple Meads:  ETD 08:23   ETA 09:46

From Weymouth:   ETD 09:32      ETA 10:08

From Maiden Newton:  ETD 10:00    ETA:  10:08

Return trains from Maiden Newton:

To Bristol Temple Meads: 15:57 or 17:57

To Weymouth:  15:56 or 17:56

Most railway stations do not have toilet facilities, so it is advisable to use those on the train if necessary before alighting.

Whilst the walks are risk assessed, and may be changed at short notice if necessary, it is your responsibility to ensure your own personal health and safety by wearing appropriate footwear and clothing, and bringing sufficient food and drink with you.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 59767 07575
Nearest postcode:
DT9 6PJ
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Start time:
10:10 am

Meet at station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SY 59929 97993
Nearest postcode:
DT2 0AF
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Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm

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