Corfe Castle there and back again
Paul Quagliana goes for a stroll along a Purbeck ridge
Published in February ’20
The walk takes you along the foot of a ridge in the Purbeck Hills to the east of Corfe Castle, then up, along and back again
THIS IS A there and back walk that takes in changing landscapes and stunning views. In February it can be a bit slippery, but when I walked it in July, it was rich with insect life and wildflowers, but also extremely popular with horseflies, so consider taking insect repellent.
Distance: 6.75 miles/11km
Time: 3 hours
Total climb: 922 ft
Max height: 636 ft
Min height: 105 ft
Terrain: Track, path and field.
Exertion: Medium to hard. Pretty good underfoot.
Start: Challow Walkers Car Park (Grid Ref: SY964821, Postcode BH20 5ED).
Map: OS Explorer OL15 Purbeck & South Dorset; OS Landranger 195 Bournemouth & Purbeck
How to get there: From Wareham take the A351 south and stay on it until you reach Sandy Lane (on the left halfway up the hill past the castle as you enter the village). Park in the Challow Walkers Car Park
Dogs: On leads where livestock is present and in accordance with any notices on the walk and The Countryside Code.
Refreshments: Lots in Corfe Castle itself;
none on route
Section 1
Park in Challow Walkers Car Park on Sandy Hill lane…
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