5.0km
Total Distance
95m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A walk to the Hardy Monument on Black Down, a tower commemorating Nelsons flag captain, high above the Dorset coast. The path crosses heath and down to the landmark tower with spectacular views over the Chesil Beach and the sea. A fine and breezy walk.

Route Map

Along the trail

Parking
28m from the start
Surface
paved 56%, gravel 44%
Marked route
South Dorset Ridgeway

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Difficulty

2/5 · Easy