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Iron Age hill fort and downland with views across the Marshwood Vale to the coast
Nr Askerwell, Bridport, Dorset
Park for free in lay-by (SY546942) at the bottom of the hill, cross the road and take the footpath towards the southern ramparts. (Not National Trust)
Eggardon Hill is a dog-friendly place but please always clean up after your pet, keep it under control where livestock are grazing, drop your lead if approached by livestock and respect other walkers
No toilets. Dogs welcome under close control around livestock. Free car park: Lay-by at bottom of hill (Not NT). Fairly level circular walk on the plateau, the ramparts are steep and more challenging.
Gate to access the site, then grassy paths Fairly level circular walk on the plateau to the far end of Eggardon, where there are extensive views The ramparts are steep and more challenging
Iron Age hillfort and downland with views across the Marshwood Vale to the coast.
Enjoy sweeping views across the Marshwood Vale to the Jurassic Coast. Eggardon Hill is an ideal location for short walks and perfect spot to soak up the summer sunsets.
Watch out for orchids in spring, Adonis blue butterfly in early summer, and autumn gentian putting on a show of pretty, tube-like flowers between July and October.
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A rural retreat with far-reaching views over the Dorset countryside.
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A great place for walking, flying kites or simply taking in the extensive views of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel in the distance.
The hill fort itself is about 2,500 years old, but originally there were two Bronze Age burial mounds on the summit. It's also an old smuggling spot - in the 18th century, Isaac Gulliver took advantage of the hill's commanding position and created a small plantation of trees to act as a landmark for his ships and help guide them to the coast.
Note: We own the sourthern half of the fort; the northern half is privately owned.
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