North Dorset Trailway – Sturminster Newton Mill loop from Sturminster Newton

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North Dorset Trailway – Sturminster Newton Mill loop from Sturminster Newton

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North Dorset Trailway – Sturminster Newton Mill loop from Sturminster Newton

01:10

15.7km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.02 km for 99 m

After 7.31 km for 220 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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177 m

Sturminster Newton Castle

Highlight • Castle

999 m

Oxford Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

2.42 km

Lushington Signal Box and River Bridge

Highlight • Structure

5.11 km

North Dorset Trailway

Highlight • Cycleway

The North Dorset Trailway now extends approximately 14 miles from Sturminster Newton to Spetisbury, with a section in Stalbridge they aim to link with, providing a safe route for walkers, …

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6.23 km

Hambledon Hill

Highlight • Summit

The old hill forts offer terrific views once you get towards the top but if you are riding be prepared for plenty of pushing. It isn't flat.

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6.55 km

Shillingstone Railway Station

Highlight • Cafe

On the North Dorset Trailway. Cafe here. Restored station. Very interesting. You can do the trailway on a road bike although in places.you just need to be careful

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6.55 km

Shillingstone Railway Station & Museum

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

The train line was removed in 1966 but this station was left. Volunteers and enthusiasts have worked here since 1997 restoring the station and laying some track in 2008. It's …

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15.4 km

Sturminster Newton Mill

Highlight • Structure

Still milling flour today, this beautiful mill is well worth taking five minutes to listen to the water. You might even be lucky enough to spot the local otter!

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