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Main Instructor:

Chris Pole

Hosted By:

Chris Pole

Walk Description:

A new route from Marcia's Farm. 

Taking a loop across the river/weir, we walk along the water meadows before crossing the river

to the main road. From here we head up to the trailway. Going away from the old railway station we

walk along this excellent trail then climb uphill into woods emerging onto fields and grassy paths.

We will go past an old tower used in the past for silage and into some beautiful countryside with

stunning views. 

There is a downhill section which could be slippy after rain. A quiet lane joins some grassy paths then

into woodland. A long descent leads down a country lane to Charlton Marshall.

From here up onto the trailway then a mile on the flat before arriving in Spetisbury.

Free parking at Marcia's and option for coffee/cake/snacks after the walk. Toilets are right at the back of

the building accessed across the yard. Also toilets in the bar area. Indoor and outdoor seating.

This walk is around 6.5 miles. One uphill section is made easier by going up through the wood on a

gradual gradient.

There is some long grass and part of the woodland path is overgrown in one short section. We will cross

fields which have recently had their crops cut.

Good walking shoes required. 

It is possible to cut the length of the walk to 4 miles by returning straight up a lane after the hill

descent.

I would need to know how many intend returning that way before the day.

Location Notes:

The turning into Clapcotts Farm is opposite Spetisbury Primary School. It is at the far end of the village if you are coming from Wimborne on the right hand side on A350. The turning is tucked awayso look for Marcias Market sign....There is large un-tarmacked parking area where we can park.