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Dorset AONB

The Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) along England's south coast features rolling hills, dramatic cliffs and ancient woodlands. It's best known for its Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its fossil-rich cliffs and striking landforms like Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. The Dorset AONB is a haven for outdoor lovers with great opportunities for walking, cycling, paddling and climbing.

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Walk from the National Trust's Hardy’s Monument
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Walk from the National Trust's Hardy’s Monument

Hill and ridgeway walks from the highest point in Dorset and a gateway to South Dorset Ridgeway

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Walk the Coastal Path from Durdle Door
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Walk the Coastal Path from Durdle Door

Coastal cliff-top walks along the Jurassic Coast from the most iconic spot on the South Coast.

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Walk the Coastal Path from Studland
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Walk the Coastal Path from Studland

Dramatic coastal cliff top paths with views of Old Harry Rock and round onto the Purbeck Hills

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Walk the Purbeck Hills from Corfe Castle
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Walk the Purbeck Hills from Corfe Castle

Historic Ridge walks from this iconic spot with great views and seasonal options to return by train

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Walk the Stour Valley Nature Reserve
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Walk the Stour Valley Nature Reserve

Gorgeous river walks from a lovely nature centre and cafe with good facilities

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Walk the coastal path from Portland Bill
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Walk the coastal path from Portland Bill

Easy-going, coastal cliff-top walks around Portland from this famous lighthouse location.

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Walk from the Wild Chesil Centre
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Walk from the Wild Chesil Centre

Short nature walks on the famous Chesil beach from the visitor centre.

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Walk the Coastal Path from Ringstead Bay
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Walk the Coastal Path from Ringstead Bay

Coastal walking from this popular National Trust spot with easy access to the coastal path.

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Walk the Plantations from Moreton
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Walk the Plantations from Moreton

Forest walks from a popular village that was the home and final resting point of Lawrence of Arabia.

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Walk the Ridgeway and Coast from Abbotsbury
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Walk the Ridgeway and Coast from Abbotsbury

Ridge and Coastal walking from a charming village popular with walkers

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Walk the coastal path and ridgeways from Kimmeridge
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Walk the coastal path and ridgeways from Kimmeridge

Coast and ridgeway walks from this popular walking spot set just back from Kimmerage Bay Reserve.

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