Activities at Golden Cap
Walking your dog at Dorset coast and countryside places
Bringing your dog for a walk at one of our places in Dorset? Here's some vital information to ensure you get the most out of your walk while respecting the wildlife and other visitors.
The Smugglers' Trail at Stonebarrow on the Golden Cap Estate
Follow the story trail at Stonebarrow and find out about the smugglers who once lived along the Dorset coastline – you’re sure to have a day out to treasure.
Orienteering in Dorset
Test your navigation skills and head out on one of our brand-new orienteering trails – a fun way to explore the estate and get out in the fresh air. With trails ranging from beginner to experienced, this is an activity that all ages can enjoy.
Langdon Hill walk
A circular woodland walk through the wildlife rich Langdon Hill woodland on the Golden Cap Estate in West Dorset, with coastal and countryside views.
- Easy
- 30 mins
- 1.4 miles (2.25km)
Stonebarrow walk on the Golden Cap Estate
An easy circular walk around Stonebarrow hill on the Golden Cap Estate, West Dorset
- Easy
- 40 mins
- 1.7 miles (2.7km)
Golden Cap: the short route
A three mile walk from Langdon Hill car park
- Easy
- 1 hour 15 mins
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)
A Golden anniversary present for Golden Cap
Information about the Zac Greening sculpture at Golden Cap
Wonderful waxcaps at Golden Cap
Explore the funghi on the Golden Cap Estate
Orienteering trails in Dorset
Discover the Dorset countryside and coast with our orienteering trails
Highlights of the Golden Cap Estate
From Thorncombe Beacon to Langdon Hill, don't miss these highlights while you're exploring the estate.
Walks with a View
Former Countryfile presenter and keen walker Julia Bradbury filmed in the West Dorset region for her ITV series Best Walks with a View. Discover her favourite scenic landscapes from the Golden Cap walk, and if you've been inspired to lace your boots you can read the route to follow in Julia's footsteps.