The mysterious Agglestone Rock is an iron-rich, 400-tonne, sandstone rock formation nestled at the heart of Godlingston Heath. It's not known exactly how it came to stand in its current location and is shrouded in myths and legend.

One story goes that it was hurled across from the Isle of Wight's Needles by the Devil. This explains the name Agglestone, which may mean 'Devil's Anvil'. It's also thought to have been a Druid's altar.

Włóczykij- Snufkin

December 12, 2019

Hiking

Nice place with great views, a little bit muddy on the way

Ryan Badcock 🇬🇧

September 26, 2020

Mountain biking

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1. Old Harry, Ballard Down & the Agglestone Rock loop from Studland — Isle of Purbeck

10.5km

02:56

200m

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Godlingston Heath and the Agglestone

5.11km

01:24

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Agglestone Rock & Studland Bay loop from Sandbanks ferry — Isle of Purbeck

14.1km

03:42

110m

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

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Elevation 50 m

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Location: Studland, Purbeck, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Agglestone Rock

1. Old Harry, Ballard Down & the Agglestone Rock loop from Studland — Isle of Purbeck

2. Godlingston Heath and the Agglestone

3. Agglestone Rock & Studland Bay loop from Sandbanks ferry — Isle of Purbeck

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