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Corfe Castle & Knowle Hill loop — Isle of Purbeck

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Corfe Castle & Knowle Hill loop — Isle of Purbeck

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Corfe Castle & Knowle Hill loop — Isle of Purbeck

01:05

8.75km

160m

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This moderate jogging loop around Corfe Castle and Knowle Hill covers 5.4 miles (8.7 km) with an elevation gain of 539 feet (164 metres), taking about 1 hour and 4 minutes to complete. You will jog through varied terrain, including ancient woodland, chalk ridges, and open heathlands, offering dramatic views…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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6.14 km

Knowle Hill

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Knowle Hill at 145 m is the high point of the ridge which runs south-west from Corfe Castle. It's a wonderful ridgeline to run, with grassy trails underfoot and awesome …

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View of Corfe Castle

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High above this village towers the ruins of a castle that was built here by William the Conqueror. During the English Civil War (1642-1651), Corfe Castle remained a royal stronghold …

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8.75 km

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3.03 km

2.20 km

1.79 km

1.09 km

498 m

120 m

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6.24 km

1.20 km

672 m

498 m

133 m

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