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Hardy Monument

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Hardy Monument

Recommended by 95 hikers out of 96

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Dorset National Landscape

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Location: Winterbourne Steepleton, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Portland views from Hardy's Monument — National Trust coastal walks in West Dorset

7.42km

02:11

210m

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

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2. The Valley of Stones loop from Littlebredy — Dorset

11.2km

03:09

240m

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

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3. Hardy Monument Trail — National Trust North and West Dorset

5.97km

02:02

130m

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

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Kit P

April 13, 2021

This striking tower stands to the north of the Isle of Portland and offers fantastic 360 degree views of Dorset and the English Channel. Although the novelist Thomas Hardy lived in the county and used many local settings in his books, this is actually a monument to a very different Thomas Hardy; the vice-admiral and flag captain to Admiral Lord Nelson.

The monument is managed by the National Trust and, for a small fee, you can walk the stairs inside to reach the viewing tower at the top. There's a car park here, some benches and often an ice cream van.

Paul77

March 15, 2018

Great views over Dorset - parking is a bit limited though.

Paul77

May 16, 2018

The monument has recently been renovated by the National Trust and, for the princely sum of £2 (May 2018); free if you are in the NT; you can climb the 120 steps to the top for even better views.

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Location: Winterbourne Steepleton, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

Hardy Monument

1. Portland views from Hardy's Monument — National Trust coastal walks in West Dorset

2. The Valley of Stones loop from Littlebredy — Dorset

3. Hardy Monument Trail — National Trust North and West Dorset

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