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The best running trails around Purbeck

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Running around Purbeck is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Purbeck—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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1. Old Harry Rocks loop from Corfe Castle — Dorset

23.5km

02:48

450m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Chaldon Down, Ringstead Bay & Durdle Door loop — Jurassic Coast

16.1km

01:55

340m

350m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3. Old Harry Rocks & the Purbeck Way loop from Knoll Beach, Studland — Isle of Purbeck

9.62km

01:05

170m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4. Corfe Castle & Knowle Hill loop — Isle of Purbeck

8.75km

01:05

160m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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5. The Lawrence of Arabia Trail — loop from Bovington

11.1km

01:12

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. The Smugglers' Ways loop — Dorset

5.69km

00:41

140m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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7. The Commoners' Ways loop — Dorset

8.44km

00:56

130m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Old Harry Rocks – Studland Beach and Fort Henry loop from Studland

10.9km

01:12

150m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. White Nothe Cliffs – Eweleaze Beach loop from West Lulworth

27.6km

03:29

780m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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10. Winspit Quarry – Worth Matravers Village loop from Kingston

19.6km

02:24

400m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around Purbeck

1. Old Harry Rocks loop from Corfe Castle — Dorset

2. Chaldon Down, Ringstead Bay & Durdle Door loop — Jurassic Coast

3. Old Harry Rocks & the Purbeck Way loop from Knoll Beach, Studland — Isle of Purbeck

4. Corfe Castle & Knowle Hill loop — Isle of Purbeck

5. The Lawrence of Arabia Trail — loop from Bovington

6. The Smugglers' Ways loop — Dorset

7. The Commoners' Ways loop — Dorset

8. Old Harry Rocks – Studland Beach and Fort Henry loop from Studland

9. White Nothe Cliffs – Eweleaze Beach loop from West Lulworth

10. Winspit Quarry – Worth Matravers Village loop from Kingston

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