WALKING RAMBLING & CYCLING

Abbotsbury and the surrounding area is a walker and cyclists delight, whether your preference is hillside rambling, an ocean path stroll or a 14 mile cycling extravaganza. There are fabulous routes in every direction, beautiful scenery, fresh air and nature in abundance.

A priority of ours is to offer a comfortable environment that is welcoming to everyone… along with their muddy boots, bikes and furry friends!

Here are a few ideas:

Walking/Rambling:

Below is a very popular walk that offers a lovely 5.9 mile route, travelling high above the coastline along the South Dorset Ridgeway with a great opportunity for a lunch stop at The Ilchester Arms mid-way.

http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/walksdb/9

You can also use this link to download plenty of other free walking routes.

http://www.walkingindorset.co.uk/weymouth.php

And there are five main ramblers groups in the west Dorset area – click on this links below for details.

http://www.dorset-ramblers.org.uk

http://www.westdorsetramblers.org.uk

Cycling:

There are so many cycle paths, off-road options and hilly countryside lanes to keep young families through to dedicated enthusiasts entertained.

This site gives budding cyclists handy details for the whole of west Dorset.

https://www.dorsetforyou.com/cycling/west

And here’s a great route that allows for a perfect lunch or evening stop at The Ilchester Arms.

http://www.cycle-route.com/routes/Dorchester_to_Abbotsbury_Circular-Cycle-Route-2986.html