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Forde Abbey and Gardens – St Mary's Church, Thorncombe loop from Forde Abbey

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Forde Abbey and Gardens – St Mary's Church, Thorncombe loop from Forde Abbey

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Forde Abbey and Gardens – St Mary's Church, Thorncombe loop from Forde Abbey

02:20

8.56km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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201 m

Forde Abbey and Gardens

Highlight • Monument

This Grade I-listed building is an exceptionally grand residence complete with sprawling gardens and a giant fountain. The priory was built in the 1100s and takes its name from the …

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485 m

Forde Abbey

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3.73 km

St Mary's Church, Thorncombe

Highlight • Historical Site

While there was already a church in Thorncombe, the current one was built, incorporating elements from the old church, in the late 19th century. Some of its older elements include …

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3.76 km

Thorncombe Village Shop

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The village shop is run by community volunteers. There is a small cafe area serving teas and coffee. We arrived at 14:15 and we had just missed their lunch serving. …

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5.58 km

Whistling Copse

Forest

8.56 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.21 km

2.40 km

2.23 km

724 m

Surfaces

6.00 km

1.28 km

950 m

331 m

Elevation

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Saturday 30 May

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Forde Abbey and Gardens – St Mary's Church, Thorncombe loop from Forde Abbey

Forde Abbey and Gardens

Forde Abbey

St Mary's Church, Thorncombe

Thorncombe Village Shop

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