15th-Century Market Cross – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Maiden Newton

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15th-Century Market Cross – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Maiden Newton

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15th-Century Market Cross – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Maiden Newton

02:23

37.6km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.85 km for 56 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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439 m

15th-Century Market Cross

Highlight • Monument

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 …

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2.76 km

Fox & Hounds Pub

Highlight • Pub

2.88 km

St. Peter and St. Paul Church and Churchyard, Cattistock

Highlight • Other

really worthwhile going into this church

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2.92 km

Dorset Knob Throwing Competition

Highlight • Settlement

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 …

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5.20 km

Parish Church of St Mary, Hermitage

Highlight • Religious Site

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

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16.3 km

Dorset County Border Sign

Highlight • Monument

Have some scrumpy with you for the ceremony

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18.2 km

Sutton Bingham Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Built in 1955 Sutton Bingham reservoir is managed by Wessex Water. It's a popular fishing and walking destination and a pretty spot for a stop off while riding around central …

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