Banksome Park & Beach loop from Parkstone

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Banksome Park & Beach loop from Parkstone

Moderate

5.0

(2)

hikers

Banksome Park & Beach loop from Parkstone

02:53

11.1km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.61 km

Branksome Chine Gardens and Woodland

Highlight • Trail

A wonderful narrow strip of woodland follows a stream from Penn Hill all the way to coast at Branksome Chine Beach. On the way, you'll pass through the Branksome Chine …

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4.74 km

Branksome Chine Beach

Highlight • Beach

Branksome Chine Beach is the perfect location to enjoy the sandy shores of Poole and Bournemouth. The beach backs up onto a promenade where you can find a shop, bar, …

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6.67 km

Flaghead Chine Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

A fine sandy, gently sloping beach with clear water and views over the Purbeck Hills. A quieter alternative to the rest of Sandbanks and Bournemouth beach.

In the distance you …

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8.29 km

View of Poole Harbour from Evening Hill

Highlight • Lake

Evening Hill is an incredibly scenic spot situated just next to the Sandbanks peninsula offering unparelled views across Sandbanks, Poole Harbour and Purbecks. The viewpoint is fit with a grassy …

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11.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.79 km

4.05 km

1.88 km

391 m

Surfaces

4.92 km