The monk and the merchant walk

Take a circular walk passing the Oratory, with views of the Hoy Monument. Discover Wydcombe woods and spot rare wildlife that lives in the habitat including the orange ringed dragonfly. Find out more about the monk and the merchant as you complete this trail.
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Blackgang Viewpoint car park, grid ref: SZ490767Trail information
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