Frome Valley Trail – Weymouth Harbour loop from Maiden Newton

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Frome Valley Trail – Weymouth Harbour loop from Maiden Newton

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Frome Valley Trail – Weymouth Harbour loop from Maiden Newton

03:41

57.6km

460m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions. Check ahead to confirm restricted segments are open to the public.

After 29.3 km for 1.30 km

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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439 m

15th-Century Market Cross

Highlight • Monument

The remains of the old Market Cross from the 15th century, standing at the junction of Dorchester Road and Church Road. It consists of a square base and the lower part of a rough-hewn square stem, the whole thing standing about 5 feet high. It has beaded angles and on the west face are the much-weathered figures standing on a corbelled projection.

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4.12 km

Frome Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

About fifteen years ago I got my cycling legs on this stretch between Maiden Newton and Frampton. The Maiden Newton to Notton section is largely tarmac with a section of farm trail which isn't terrible but is gated. Notton onwards it becomes a little bit more interesting. Avoids the not too bad but twisty main road.

In Notton there is a field prone to flooding which will rarely get iced over in the winter. Local kids have been known to skate there.

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27.2 km

Start of the Rodwell Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

Flat traffic free 3.5km walk or bicycle ride on Weymouth’s former railway line.

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28.2 km

Weymouth Harbour

Highlight • Historical Site

Beautiful old bridge which is scheduled to open at 10am, 12pm, 14pm and 16pm. Unfortunately we weren't there

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29.3 km

Weymouth Jubilee Clock

Highlight • Historical Site

The Jubilee clock by the sea in Weymouth Dorset, UK. The clock was erected in 1887, the 50th year of Queen Victoria's reign.

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31.9 km

Cafe Oasis, Preston Beach

Highlight • Cafe

The ultimate post-ride cafe on the beach. Nice and relaxed, great portion sizes, welcoming staff. Open 8-5 daily, longer on Friday and Saturday nights.

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49.1 km

Stratton Village Green

Highlight • Settlement

Good spot for refreshment (picnic or the Saxon Arms on the Green). Good value meals and very popular.
'Preserving the old ways from being abused
Protecting the new ways for me and for you
What more can we do
God save the Village Green'
with thanks to Ray Davies and the Kinks.

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53.5 km