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North Dorset Group

We are the North Dorset Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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
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Overview

The walk begins with a steady uphill climb to the top of Okeford Hill, where weather permitting, we should have superb views of the surrounding countryside. The walk then continues along the edge of woodland and across farmland before descending slowly through a pretty valley into the village of Durweston.

After crossing the River Stour, we pass through the village of Stourpaine, before joining the Shillingstone Trailway. Along the trailway there are lovely views across to Hod Hill and Hambledon Hill. Depending on the weather, there can be a few muddy patches, so boots are advisable.

Sunday, 25 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Packed lunch.

Assistance Dogs only.

Booking opens at 10.00 17/05/25 and closes 10.00 24/05/25

Email a contact phone number to the walk leader using the link in the black box near the top of the page.

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 82321 11919
Nearest postcode:
DT11 0TU
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Start time:
10:00 am

Shillingstone Trailway car park

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