North Dorset Trailway – Durweston Mill loop from Blandford Forum

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North Dorset Trailway – Durweston Mill loop from Blandford Forum

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North Dorset Trailway – Durweston Mill loop from Blandford Forum

01:06

17.1km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape

Dorset National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.73 km

Start of the North Dorset Trailway in Blandford Forum

Highlight • Trail

Nice easy going route from Blandford to Sturminster Newton, running along old railway line. Very easy going gravel.
Bit of history in nearby Railway Garden: flickr.com/photos/93122458@N08/17454467195/in/photostream

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2.96 km

North Dorset Trailway

Highlight • Trail

Incredibly scenic ride thought the Stour Valley.

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4.18 km

View from North Dorset Trailway

Highlight • Cycleway

using North Dorset trancil

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6.24 km

Durweston Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

A five-acre island surrounded by the River Stour with a campsite, old mill buildings, mill pool and peaceful stretch of the river.

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6.78 km

Durweston Hill

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Super narrow hollow climb that will certainly test your legs. It's really narrow so watch out for oncoming traffic. The surface gets slippery in winter - often with grass growing …

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13.8 km

View of the River Stour and Stone Arch Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

From this beautiful multi-arched stone bridge, you can enjoy views of the River Stour as it flows through Blandford Forum. The only downside is that it has a sidewalk on only one side.

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14.1 km

Hall & Woodhouse Brewery

Highlight • Pub

Founded in 1777, this brewery produces Badger Beer. Still family-owned, this brewery is a popular stop for locals and visitors; you can take tours, visit the shop or simply pause and have a drink at the bar.

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