Once thought to be the highest point in Dorset, Pilsdon Pen boasts a sumptuous panorama and is adorned by an Iron Age Hillfort. It is owned by the National Trust, …

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Location: Pilsdon, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Dan Hobson

February 28, 2020

Hiking

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 to the west, the Hardy Monument to the east, and the Polesden and Mendip hills to the north. Atop the hill is an Iron Age fort and archaeologists have found flint tools here that date back 10,000 years. The hill is in the care of the National Trust. For more information, visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/pilsdon-pen.

Javi Jaavii

October 6, 2023

Running

The summit of this hill represents the second highest point in Dorset, and from here, you'll have breathtaking panoramic views.
At the top, there was an Iron Age hillfort, which was excavated in the mid-20th century.

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1. Pilsdon Pen & Lewesdon Hill loop from Broadwindsor — Dorset

10.9km

03:15

330m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lewesdon Hill and Pilsdon Pen circuit — National Trust

9.68km

02:55

310m

320m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Lewesdon Hill & Pilsdon Pen loop from Broadwindsor

10.1km

03:02

330m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Pilsdon, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Pilsdon Pen Summit and Trig Point

1. Pilsdon Pen & Lewesdon Hill loop from Broadwindsor — Dorset

2. Lewesdon Hill and Pilsdon Pen circuit — National Trust

3. Lewesdon Hill & Pilsdon Pen loop from Broadwindsor

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