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The Cliff Ascent – Wimborne St Giles Pond loop from Thornicombe

Moderate

13

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The Cliff Ascent – Wimborne St Giles Pond loop from Thornicombe

02:35

53.0km

540m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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After 48.7 km for 904 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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12.7 km

The Cliff Ascent

Highlight • Trail

Do it the other way - much more fun as a descent!

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2

13.3 km

Tarrant's Descent

Highlight • Climb

Steep descent. Slow down for the junction at the bottom.

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3

18.5 km

Witchampton Manor Ruins

Highlight • Monument

These are the ruins of a former 13th century manor house. It's now a grade 2 listed remains.

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4

19.6 km

A place for a rest if you need it

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5

22.3 km

Tree-Lined Road from Moor Crichel

Highlight • Cycleway

This is a stunning, almost art row of trees, quiet road and not too steep if you are going up. Links to many quiet back roads.

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6

27.0 km

Wimborne St Giles Pond

Highlight • Lake

Stream

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7

27.5 km

Wimborne St Giles Village and Church

Highlight • Religious Site

St. Giles Church is the parish church for the village of Wimborne St Giles in Dorset. It has a rich and complex history, marked by several rebuilds, a major fire, …

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8

27.6 km

Parish Church of Wimborne St Giles

Highlight • Historical Site

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53.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

47.2 km

3.41 km

1.06 km

956 m

338 m

Surfaces

39.2 km

12.6 km

1.06 km

147 m

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Wednesday 14 October

19°C

13°C

34 %

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