Child Okeford War Memorial – View from Hambledon Hill loop from Shroton

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Child Okeford War Memorial – View from Hambledon Hill loop from Shroton

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Child Okeford War Memorial – View from Hambledon Hill loop from Shroton

03:26

11.8km

280m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Dorset National Landscape

Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape

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View from Hambledon Hill

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