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The Great Field, Poundbury – Poundbury Hill Fort loop from Poundbury

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The Great Field, Poundbury – Poundbury Hill Fort loop from Poundbury

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The Great Field, Poundbury – Poundbury Hill Fort loop from Poundbury

01:41

6.30km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Dorset National Landscape

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1.23 km

The Great Field, Poundbury

Highlight • Cycleway

Largest Green Space in Poundbury newly created wildflower meadows and other habitats plus the Pavillion Cafe

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1.52 km

Wondeful views down to the Frome Valley and Dorset downs from Poundbury Hill Fort a scheduled Prehistoric and Roman archaeological remains and includes evidence of a Neolithic settlement, a substantial …

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3.51 km

Dorchester (Casterbridge in Thomas Hardy's Novels)

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the best preserved towns in the UK, Dorchester (AKA Casterbridge if you're Thomas Hardy) is beautiful.

There's historic buildings on either side of you, narrow streets and some …

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3.53 km

St Peter's Church, Dorchester

Highlight • Religious Site

St Peter's Church imposes itself on the skyline of Dorchester. The majority of the church dates from the 15th century, with later alterations and extensions over the following centuries.

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3.56 km

Dorchester Corn Exchange

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Built in 1848, Dorchester Corn Exchange was originally used as a grain market. Recently it was converted into a plush venue for various cultural events.

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5.84 km

Poundbury

Highlight • Settlement

Designed by the Prince of Wales, Poundbury is built on the land of the Duchy of Cornwall and has an eclectic mix of Georgian Houses. Prince Charles' vision back in …

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5.93 km

Peppina Sicilian Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

6.30 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.38 km

2.18 km

1.34 km

284 m

101 m

Surfaces

3.00 km

1.99 km

869 m

315 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monday 1 June

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12°C

45 %

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The Great Field, Poundbury – Poundbury Hill Fort loop from Poundbury

The Great Field, Poundbury

Poundbury Hill Fort

Dorchester (Casterbridge in Thomas Hardy's Novels)

St Peter's Church, Dorchester

Dorchester Corn Exchange

Poundbury

Peppina Sicilian Bakery

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