The Top 6 Peaks around Cranborne

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Cranborne is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 6 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 Cranborne for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Pentbury Knoll (Pentridge Hill Summit)

View of Godshill Inclosure

Gussage Hill Trig Point

Summerlug Hill

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Pentbury Knoll (Pentridge Hill Summit)
Hiking Highlight
Pentridge Hill, and its summit name Pentbury Knoll, sits above the village of Pentridge on the Cranborne Chase Plateau. Although the top is a modest 607 feet (185 m), you …
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View of Godshill Inclosure
Hiking Highlight
The wooded reaches of Godshill Inclosure manage to be both a popular place to walk and a peaceful haven for wanderers. First enclosed in 1810, remnants of the original oak …
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Gussage Hill Trig Point
Hiking Highlight
At 384 feet (117 m) high, Gussage Hill isn't particularly impressive in elevation but it certainly is when it comes to history. The hill is the site of an ancient …
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Summerlug Hill
Hiking Highlight
Summerlug Hill at the northeastern corner of Holt Heath offers a small amount of elevation (33 m) and views across the heath. There is also a tumulus.
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