Askerswell & Eggardon Hill loop from Powerstock — Dorset

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Askerswell & Eggardon Hill loop from Powerstock — Dorset

Moderate

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Askerswell & Eggardon Hill loop from Powerstock — Dorset

04:05

14.7km

270m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

Tips

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Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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94 m

Church of St Mary, Powerstock

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of St Mary is a Grade I-listed church in the heart of Powerstock. It was built in the 12th century and its tower was added in the 15th …

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7.39 km

This sleepy Dorset village is lovely to stroll around. With thatched cottages, a pretty church and quiet lanes, Askerswell is a good example of Dorset's historical settlements. From here, it's easy to hike to the hillfort, Eggardon Hill.

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9.50 km

Eggardon Hill West Loop

Highlight • Historical Site

This footpath to the west of Eggardon hill creates a nice short loop from the car park at the top of the hill. The walking is along a grassy path …

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10.7 km

Eggardon Hill

Highlight • Natural Monument

Eggardon Hill is a fantastically impressive hillfort between Bridport and Dorchester. There are plenty of paths in the area that can lead you to it and from there, you can …

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14.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.06 km

3.80 km

3.22 km

660 m

Surfaces

7.20 km