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The Smugglers' Ways loop — Dorset

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The Smugglers' Ways loop — Dorset

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The Smugglers' Ways loop — Dorset

00:41

5.69km

140m

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The Smugglers' Ways loop in Dorset offers a challenging yet rewarding jogging experience, covering 3.5 miles (5.7 km) with an elevation gain of 451 feet (137 metres). This moderate route, which you can complete in about 40 minutes, takes you past spectacular sea cliffs and secretive coves. You will find…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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340 m

St. Nicholas' Church, Worth Matravers

Highlight • Monument

One of the most interesting features is a 12th century corbel table running under the roofline. The corbels are carved with an array of figures including a musician playing a …

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2.07 km

Winspit Quarry Caves

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Winspit quarry
Winspit is a disused quarry on the cliffs near Worth Matravers in the Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England that is no longer in use. To the west and …

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3.66 km

Seacombe Cliff

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The sea-cliff quarries at Seacombe are a popular spot along this stretch of coastline. The low-level platform left behind from quarrying has created a unique bathing spot.

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5.40 km

Worth Matravers village

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The area is very popular for walking and a number of our walking trails pass through or near these villages.The 'Smugglers Ways' begins at Worth Matravers and then travels down …

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5.69 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.11 km

1.02 km

548 m

453 m

348 m

196 m

Surfaces

2.34 km

1.45 km

874 m

720 m

226 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Thursday 7 May

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The Smugglers' Ways loop — Dorset

St. Nicholas' Church, Worth Matravers

Winspit Quarry Caves

Seacombe Cliff

Worth Matravers village

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