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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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Overview

This is a moderate walk through undulating countryside. Parking is at Melbury Osmond village hall and the walk goes through this lovely village into the grounds of Melbury House. The walk continues through the quaint village of Evershot then follows a path through open countryside to Lewcombe. From Lewcombe the route follows a bridleway back to Melbury Osmond.  

 

Wednesday, 11 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The walk will afford lovely scenery, both countryside and village with views towards distant Motte and bailey castles, with ample opportunities for breaks. There are some stiles but towards the end of this walk there is a high stile followed by a short descent on a ladder onto stepping stones across a small stream! 

There is ample parking at Melbury village hall, but a donation of £2.00 per vehicle would be appreciated.  

Packed lunch

Assistance Dogs only.

Booking opens at 10.00am 03/06/25 and closes 10.00am 10/06/25

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

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 57268 07829
Nearest postcode:
DT2 0LU
what3words:
struggle.motoring.flick
Start time:
10:00 am

There is only one road in to Melbury Osmond. Access is from the A37 Yeovil to Dorchester road. On entering the minor road keep going until there is a very sharp left turn at a junction. Turn left and the hall is the first building on the right.

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