Rising above the village of Stourpaine and the River Stour, Hod Hill is one of the chain of Iron Age hillforts that stretch from Hambledon Hill to Hengistbury Head. Hod Hill is also home to a Roman fort and is now managed by the National Trust.

Hod Hill has deep ramparts making it a fun place to walk, especially for children. Grassy and abounding in insects, butterflies and plantlife, spring and summer bring out the best of the landscape here.

The Stour Valley Way path goes right through the centre of the fort, providing fantastic views on this mostly low-lying trail.

Rona 🐶 + Dad (John)

February 1, 2024

Hod Hill is fabulous at any time but in my opinion is best visited at cowslip time - you’ll never have seen so many in one place in your lifetime. It’s simply stunning.

Mike The Mooching Minister.

July 6, 2024

Came here in a storm...... wow was it fun on the ramparts!!! Pretty sure I spent most of my time on my backside. Amazing views even with bad weather

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Elevation 140 m

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Location: Stourpaine, North Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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