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Chickerell and the Fleet Lagoon, Dorset

Summary

A walk from the village of Chickerell, across fields and through woodland to Moonfleet Manor and returning via the South West Coast Path along the banks of the Fleet Lagoon and visiting the ancient village of East Fleet and its historic Old Church.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
3.9 miles (6.3 km)
Walking time:
02h 00m
Type:
Circular

Start location

The X52/53 bus stops at Meadow Close, Chickerell.

lat: 50.6228564

lon: -2.5053519

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