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Overview

This walk encompasses Forston Farm, Godmanstone,  Crete Bottom, Charminster Down.

Saturday, 22 February 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Picnic lunch.

No dogs.

Check website evening before in case of unlikely cancellation. No need to book.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SY 67600 93001
Nearest postcode:
DT2 9FR
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Start time:
10:00 am

Charminster Depot, Wanchard Lane, Charminster. Parking on roadside.

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE