The Top 9 Peaks around Thorncombe

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Thorncombe is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 9 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 Thorncombe for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Golden Cap Summit

Pilsdon Pen Summit and Trig Point

Colmer's Hill

View from Lewesdon 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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Pilsdon Pen Summit and Trig Point
Hiking Highlight
Pilsdon Pen affords fine views over the rolling Dorset countryside. In clear conditions, you can see Golden Cap, Marshwood Vale, and the ocean to the south, Exmoor and the Quantocks …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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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 Lewesdon Hill
Hiking Highlight
Standing at 915 feet (279 m) Lewesdon Hill is the highest point in Dorset. The trees open in places reveal breathtaking views which stretch over Dorset, Devon, Somerset, and out …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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