Shillingstone Hill – Hod Hill loop from Durweston

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Shillingstone Hill – Hod Hill loop from Durweston

Hard

3.5

(2)

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Shillingstone Hill – Hod Hill loop from Durweston

06:25

22.3km

540m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Dorset National Landscape

Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.19 km

Sutcombe Wood

Forest

4.70 km

Hilcombe Coppice

Forest

6.58 km

Shillingstone Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Shillingstone Hill is a tranquil place where you can escape the crowds and enjoy views over the Dorset countryside. The summit is close to peaceful woodland and there are plenty of paths to explore.

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11.3 km

Church of the Holy Rood, Shillingstone

Highlight • Historical Site

The Church of the Holy Rood is a Grade I-listed building in pleasant scenery on the edge of Shillingstone village. The church dates to the 12th century and the tower …

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11.7 km

Shillingstone Railway Station

Highlight • Cafe

On the North Dorset Trailway. Cafe here. Restored station. Very interesting. You can do the trailway on a road bike although in places.you just need to be careful

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18.3 km

Hod Hill Entrance

Highlight • Trail

Spaces for a few cars

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18.9 km

Hod Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Rising above the village of Stourpaine and the River Stour, Hod Hill is one of the chain of Iron Age hillforts that stretch from Hambledon Hill to Hengistbury Head. Hod …

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19.6 km

View from the Ramparts, Dorset National Landscape

Highlight • Historical Site

Young cattle enjoying the view too and not at all disturbed by our presence!

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21.0 km

The White Horse Inn & Village Shop

Highlight • Restaurant

Serving good pub food and in a perfect spot for hikers and cyclists, the White Horse Inn is a good options for lunch. It was visited by Prince Charles in …

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21.9 km