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 …

Rona 🐶 + John 🤦🏼‍♂️

February 1, 2024

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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.

MCW73

July 6, 2024

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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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Hambledon Hill and Hod Hill Circular

9.65km

02:50

280m

270m

Hike the moderate 6.0-mile Hambledon Hill and Hod Hill Circular, exploring ancient hillforts and enjoying panoramic Dorset views.

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Hambledon and Hod Hills — National Trust

6.64km

01:57

190m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Hod Hill – Shillingstone Railway Station loop from Shillingstone

21.4km

05:57

380m

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

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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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Hod Hill

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Hambledon Hill and Hod Hill Circular

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Hambledon and Hod Hills — National Trust

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Hod Hill – Shillingstone Railway Station loop from Shillingstone

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