Very nice hiking trail with a great view. It is believed that this area was already settled in the Mesolithic. However, 6,000 to 8,000 years ago, the residents of that time had a completely different view, because the area was more than a mile inland.

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September 8, 2024

Hiking

Quite the climb up, regardless of which side you choose.
Experts now believe people lived on Doghouse Hill on the Golden Cap estate up to 10,000 years ago.
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1. West Bay Harbour – Thorncombe Beacon loop from West Bay

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2. Thorncombe Beacon – View over Seatown and Eype Beach loop from Bridport

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3. View over Seatown and Eype Beach – Thorncombe Beacon loop from Chideock

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01:55

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

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Distance 434 m

Uphill 0 m

Downhill 30 m

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

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