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Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Colehill

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Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Colehill

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Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Colehill

03:56

65.2km

520m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 47.5 km for 93 m

Dismount required: • July-August: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.13 km

Corfe Mullen Meadows

Nature Reserve

22.1 km

Wareham Quay

Highlight • Historical Site

A historic market town on the banks of the River Frome in Dorset, Wareham has plenty of pretty buildings and riverside relaxation spots. The quayside is particularly lovely with the …

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26.5 km

Slepe Copse

Forest

30.2 km

View of Corfe Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you get a peek of Corfe Castle in the distance, a medieval fortress set against a backdrop of the picturesque Purbeck Hills.

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31.4 km

Corfe Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

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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32.0 km

Rollington Wood

Forest

40.7 km

Studland Bay

Highlight • Trail

Studland has a long stretch of stunning sandy beach, which can be accessed off of Ferry Road at Shell Bay, Knoll Beach, Middle Beach and South Beach (north to south). …

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44.4 km

Beach

44.7 km

Sandbanks Ferry

Highlight • Structure

Only £1 to cross by bike. The ferry runs from 7am until 11pm, typically every 20 minutes.

Check out more at sandbanksferry.co.uk/timetable.php

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44.9 km

Sandbanks Ferry

Highlight • Rest Area

Sandbanks Ferry carries passengers and vehicles between Sandbanks and Studland. You can travel with your bike for just £1.

Boats leave from Sandbanks every 20 minutes from 7am until 11pm. Check if the service is running beforehand though: sandbanksferry.co.uk

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47.5 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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49.0 km

View of Sandbanks and Brownsea Island

Highlight • Lake

The second largest natural harbour in the world" after Port Jackson, Sydney

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65.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.9 km

15.6 km

3.12 km

2.99 km

440 m

208 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

59.3 km

5.72 km

208 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

28°C

18°C

0 %

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Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Colehill

Wareham Quay

View of Corfe Castle

Corfe Castle Ruins

Studland Bay

Sandbanks Ferry

Sandbanks Ferry

Flaghead Chine Beach

View of Sandbanks and Brownsea Island

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