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Fleet Lagoon

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Fleet Lagoon

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    August 25, 2021

    Hiking

    Fleet lagoon is a large but narrow expanse of water sandwiched between Chesil Beach and the land. It's 8.2 miles (13.1 km) long and a haven for sea and shore birds. The South West Coast Path runs along its edge for a way, giving you an easy way to admire its rather unique position.

    April 11, 2022

    Hiking

    Small amount of concrete in front of some sheds, right next to the sea, perfect for stopping at for lunch while hiking the jurassic coastline

    November 8, 2024

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    An extensive oasis of relative calm compared with the open sea across Chesil Beach, the Fleet Lagoon is a vital shelter and feeding area for wildlife. This long, shallow stretch of water is England’s largest lagoon at around 480 hectares. Home to the famous Abbotsbury Swannery and large numbers of over-wintering Brent geese, the Lagoon draws wildlife watchers to its shores. Visitors can also see other resident and migrant birds like little terns, wigeon, pochard, coots, even an occasional passing osprey.

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    1. Chesil Beach & Fleet lagoon loop from Portland Harbour — Jurasic Coast

    35.0km

    09:02

    180m

    180m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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

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