Thorncombe Beacon

Thorncombe Beacon

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Thorncombe Beacon

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Dorset National Landscape

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Location: Chideock, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

Tips

July 15, 2019

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Thorncombe Beacon once formed part of a chain of beacon sites along the South Coast to warn of the approach of the Spanish Armada in 1588. These days, you can still enjoy wonderful coastal views from this great vantage point.

October 16, 2017

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The view is worth it.

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April 11, 2022

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You would be forgiven for thinking you have stepped into the pages of a lord of the rings novel.

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Eype & Thorncombe Beacon loop from West Bay — Dorset

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190m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Langdon to Thorncombe Beacon — National Trust walks in North and West Dorset

9.95km

02:57

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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