The Cerne Abbas Giant

Walks, England, Dorset
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The Cerne Abbas Giant

Cerne Abbas, Dorset

by claud

  • 1hr 40m / 3.8km
  • 10

Views galore on this varied, circular walk up and around the chalk hillside and into the village. Perfect for families.

  • Wildlife
  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Refreshments
  • Hilly & steep
  • Child friendly

Walk preview

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  1. The walk starts on Kettle Bridge lane by the car park (which has a donation box, suggested £1 donation early 2025). Turn left.

    Step 1: The walk starts on Kettle Bridge lane by the car park (which has a donation box, suggested £1 donation early 2025). Turn left.

  2. Walk over the stone & flint bridge which crosses the Cerne. You may have noticed the dam and large flood storage reservoir to your left.

    Step 2: Walk over the stone & flint bridge which crosses the Cerne. You may have noticed the dam and large flood storage reservoir to your left.

  3. The Kettle Bridge was built to carry carts to and from the barn located right ahead. Turn left by this dwelling.

    Step 3: The Kettle Bridge was built to carry carts to and from the barn located right ahead. Turn left by this dwelling.

  4. Follow the track to the right and stay right at the fork. You'll be heading uphill on a loose surface.

    Step 4: Follow the track to the right and stay right at the fork. You'll be heading uphill on a loose surface.

  5. It's a gentle climb under trees. Enjoy the dappled light if you're walking in clear conditions.

    Step 5: It's a gentle climb under trees. Enjoy the dappled light if you're walking in clear conditions.

  6. Pass through the wooden gate.

    Step 6: Pass through the wooden gate.

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