The Top 8 Peaks around Shipton Gorge

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Shipton Gorge is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 8 to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Shipton Gorge for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Golden Cap Summit

Doghouse Hill

Colmer's Hill

View from Eggardon Hill

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Golden Cap Summit
Hiking Highlight
Standing at 626 feet (191 m), Golden Cap is the highest point on the South Coast. From the cliff, you are afforded utterly breathtaking views over Lyme Bay to Dartmoor and ahead to the Isle of Portland.
Tip by Dan Hobson
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Doghouse Hill
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Very nice hiking trail with a great view. It is believed that this area was already settled in the Mesolithic. However, 6,000 to 8,000 years ago, the residents of that …
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Tip by Anette
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Colmer's Hill
Hiking Highlight
Colmer's Hill is a fantastically distinctive, conical hill in the west of Dorset. It rises above the stunning Symondsbury Estate and makes for an excellent objective on a walk in …
Tip by Kit P
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View from Eggardon Hill
Cycling Highlight
Nice hill - surface is a bit rough in places. That is what accounts for my slow speed going up :-)
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Tip by Paul
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