Mappowder is a region in Dorset, England, situated on Corallian limestone soil at the southern edge of the Blackmore Vale, transitioning towards the northern scarp face of the Dorset Downs. This geological setting creates a landscape rich in variety, featuring rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and chalk downland. The area provides diverse and scenic routes for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Mappowder offers a range of outdoor activities, with…
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30
hikers
7.61km
02:11
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
hikers
7.57km
02:10
190m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
16.8km
04:50
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
hikers
5.93km
01:38
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
runners
16.1km
01:41
160m
160m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.9km
05:31
870m
870m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.07km
00:32
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.0km
01:03
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
75.5km
05:07
880m
880m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.4km
02:30
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.7km
01:50
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.8km
02:07
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
riders
24.0km
01:13
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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17
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44.9km
02:19
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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34.0km
01:59
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32.7km
01:51
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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37
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
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23.4km
01:57
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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36.0km
03:00
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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3
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24.3km
01:54
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Mappowder offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes such as rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and chalk downland.
Yes, Mappowder provides numerous hiking trails ranging from easy walks to more strenuous options. These routes traverse open countryside, ancient woodlands, and chalk downland. More details can be found in the Hiking around Mappowder guide.
Mappowder offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. These trails provide access to the region's landscapes without significant difficulty. Specific easy routes are detailed in the Easy hikes around Mappowder guide.
Road cycling in Mappowder features scenic routes with varied gradients across rolling hills and chalk downland. Options are available for different ability levels, from moderate to challenging. Information on routes is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Mappowder guide.
Mappowder offers mountain biking trails that utilize the region's varied terrain of rolling hills and woodlands. These trails cater to different skill levels. Further information can be found in the MTB Trails around Mappowder guide.
Mappowder offers highly-rated touring cycling routes, such as the Poundbury Hill Fort – Poundbury Cemetery Monument loop and the Plush Village – The Brace of Pheasants loop. These routes navigate through pastoral scenery and offer expansive views. A comprehensive overview is available in the Cycling around Mappowder guide.
Key landmarks include the Cerne Abbas Giant, a 180-foot (55-meter) chalk figure carved into a hillside, and The Dorsetshire Gap, known for its surrounding landscape. Milton Abbas Village, a planned settlement with thatched cob houses, is also nearby. Routes often incorporate views of these features.
Yes, Mappowder provides opportunities for gravel biking across its diverse terrain. Routes utilize the mix of rolling hills, chalk downland, and open countryside. Details on these routes are available in the Gravel biking around Mappowder guide.
Mappowder has more than 8,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive reception from the outdoor community.
Komoot offers several guides for Mappowder, including Hiking around Mappowder, MTB Trails around Mappowder, Road Cycling Routes around Mappowder, and Gravel biking around Mappowder. There are also guides for easy hikes, cycling, and running trails.
The official website for Mappowder Parish is mappowder.com. This site provides local government information for the village.
A general phone number for Mappowder inquiries is +441258817063. This number may connect to local parish council or community contacts.

