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East Dorset Group

We are the East Dorset Ramblers. We offer friendship and company on walks of from 5 to 15 miles from the Purbecks to the New Forest and beyond.

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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

Overview

Circular walk from Parley Crossroads along the River Stour and around the nearby lakes.

Saturday, 19 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
74m / 243ft
Type:
circular

Bus accessible, More Bus 13 or 13a, Bournemouth/Wimborne.

Flat, easy walking.  Can be muddy after rain.  Back by lunch

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SZ 08304 97971
Nearest postcode:
BH22 8SP
what3words:
drama.owner.curvy
Start time:
10:00 am

PARLEY CROSS. Park in side roads meet junction of Christchurch Road and Chine Walk just W of A347

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