North Dorset Trailway loop from Spetisbury
North Dorset Trailway loop from Spetisbury
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North Dorset Trailway loop from Spetisbury
01:37
6.21km
40m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: August 20, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
213 m
Former Somerset & Dorset Railway
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
Track Doubling: While initially a single track, the line at Spetisbury was upgraded to double track around 1901. This required the construction of the second platform (the 'Up' platform) and a signal box to manage the crossover points.
Down Line: Trains travelling towards Bailey Gate, Wimborne, and Bournemouth used the Down platform (the original platform).
Up Line: Trains travelling towards Blandford, Templecombe, and Bath (Green Park) used the Up platform (the new platform).
The Scenery: The line through Spetisbury was known for its gentler curves and gradients compared to the difficult northern section over the Mendip Hills, allowing for fast running. It offered picturesque views over the River Stour Valley, which you can still enjoy today.
Closure: The tracks at Spetisbury saw their final passenger services (the main S&D line closure) in March 1966. The rails were lifted a few years later in 1970.
Tip by
3.11 km
North Dorset Trailway
Highlight • Cycleway
Tip by
4.39 km
Somerset and Dorset Railway Path at Spetisbury
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
Tip by
6.21 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.91 km
209 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
5.51 km
599 m
< 100 m
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