Cerne Abbas Giant — National Trust North and West Dorset
Cerne Abbas Giant — National Trust North and West Dorset
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Cerne Abbas Giant — National Trust North and West Dorset
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4.34km
120m
Hiking
This fantastic 3-mile (4.8 km) walk takes you on a Tour of one of the country’s most iconic chalk hill figures set into Dorset’s gorgeous countryside. You see the Cerne Abbas giant as well as some of the village’s oldest spots. The starting point is the car park immediately above…
by National Trust North and West Dorset
Last updated: July 22, 2024
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Cerne Abbas Giant
Highlight • Monument
Measuring at 55 metres (180 ft) high, the origin of the figure of a man wielding a …
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3.31 km
Cerne Abbas Giant
Highlight • Natural Monument
The origin and purpose …
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3.71 km
Abbot's Porch, Cerne Abbey
Highlight • Historical Site
Throughout its history, Cerne Abbey played a vital role in the local community …
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3.79 km
Abbey House, Cerne Abbey
Highlight • Religious Site
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4.34 km
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Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.36 km
1.29 km
587 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
2.57 km
1.13 km
318 m
314 m
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Highest point (230 m)
Lowest point (120 m)
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December 21, 2021
This fantastic 3-mile (4.8 km) walk takes you on a Tour of one of the country’s most iconic chalk hill figures set into Dorset’s gorgeous countryside. You see the Cerne Abbas giant as well as some of the village’s oldest spots. The starting point is the car park immediately above the village, which itself
March 5, 2023
Is this suitable for dogs as it's National Trust?
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