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Hopefully one day land access issues can be resolved and the overgrown track cleared allowing an off-road cycle route all the way from Maiden Newton to Bridport.

Lovely grassy track through the steep sided valley

The remains of the old Market Cross from the 15th century, standing at the junction of Dorchester Road and Church Road. It consists of a square base and the lower part of a rough-hewn square stem, the whole thing standing about 5 feet high. It has beaded angles and on the west face are the much-weathered figures standing on a corbelled projection.

This small church consists solely of a nave and chancel. The original elements preserved from the 12th century are the chancel arch and the doorway.

Most of this church was rebuilt in the late 19th century, like many others in the area. Sir George Gilbert Scott and his son were responsible for this project, with the latter creating the perpendicular-style tower, which is the most striking feature of the building.

As djcwey2402 says this is a much easier going now and even a few less gates. Used in winter after a bit of rain and it was fine - it would have involved a bit of walking in the old state.

Grade 1. C12 and C13 nave and chancel. Octagonal bell-turret. South doorway Norman.

really worthwhile going into this church

This section of National Cycle Route 26 (and as such very well signposted) is very quiet - I passed one car and an off-road motorcycle. It is now predominantly dressed with chippings other than a few small sections passing through farmyards that are concrete.

About fifteen years ago I got my cycling legs on this stretch between Maiden Newton and Frampton. The Maiden Newton to Notton section is largely tarmac with a section of farm trail which isn't terrible but is gated. Notton onwards it becomes a little bit more interesting. Avoids the not too bad but twisty main road. In Notton there is a field prone to flooding which will rarely get iced over in the winter. Local kids have been known to skate there.

This area is pure rural beauty so take the time to admire the rolling fields and farmland here. With church spires and farmhouses tucked into the folds of the land, the pastoral atmosphere is marvellous.

Off road and traffic free. Quite a few gates and can be a bit rough in winter - mud & gravel. There can be some significant flooding. Couple of v.short steep sections.

Before you snigger, the Dorset Knob is a savoury biscuit that you should eat with Dorset Blue Vinny Cheese. This village hosts the annual Dorset Knob Throwing Competition, which is usually in late April/early May. (The classic Dorset Knob is made just outside of Bridport if you wanted to properly taste the tradition).