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Hengistbury Head – Hengistbury Head Beach Huts loop from Mudeford

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Hengistbury Head – Hengistbury Head Beach Huts loop from Mudeford

Easy

4.8

(21)

444

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Hengistbury Head – Hengistbury Head Beach Huts loop from Mudeford

01:31

5.91km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 41 m for 450 m

Open: • April-October: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM • November-March, Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (otherwise closed)

After 5.46 km for 450 m

Open: • April-October: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM • November-March, Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

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Start point

Ferry Terminal

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21 m

Mudeford Quay

Highlight • Rest Area

Picturesque place with a huge (expensive!) parking lot and various beach cafes. You can board 2 different ferries, the longer journey goes to Christchurch

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2

1.05 km

Gorgeous section of walking along the northern shores of Hengistbury Head in Bournemouth with sensational views looking out to Christchurch Harbour.

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3

2.42 km

Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre

Highlight • Natural Monument

quiet alternative to the busy cafe with a nice wildlife garden to enjoy a coffee

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4

3.56 km

A night time view across the bay of Bournemouth

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5

3.97 km

Hengistbury Head

Highlight • Natural

Hengistbury Head has so many designations that it seems like one of the most fascinating places in the country; a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Local Nature Reserve, a …

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6

4.55 km

Hengistbury Head

Highlight • Natural

If it's a clear evening, there is no better place to see the sunset.

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7

4.85 km

Hengistbury Head Beach Huts

Highlight • Settlement

The Hengistbury Head beach huts occupy a rather enviable position on the peninsula's stunning, sandy beach. Looking out to the Isle of Wight, you could just imagine spending a whole …

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8

5.40 km

Mudeford Ferry to Mudeford Quay

Highlight • Rest Area

The Mudeford Ferry operates between Mudeford Quay and the Beach at Mudeford Sandbank approximately every 15 minutes.
It operates at Weekends and School Hoildays in the Winter months provided there …

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5.91 km

End point

Ferry Terminal

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.27 km

1.47 km

1.10 km

897 m

165 m

Surfaces

2.14 km

1.66 km

1.03 km

911 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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