The Great Field parkrun – Greys Bridge loop from Dorchester

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The Great Field parkrun – Greys Bridge loop from Dorchester

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The Great Field parkrun – Greys Bridge loop from Dorchester

00:52

8.28km

70m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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Dorset National Landscape

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2.12 km

Poundbury

Highlight • Settlement

Designed by the Prince of Wales, Poundbury is built on the land of the Duchy of Cornwall and has an eclectic mix of Georgian Houses. Prince Charles' vision back in …

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2.26 km

The Great Field parkrun

Highlight • Trail

parkrun.org.uk/thegreatfield

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3.65 km

The Keep Military Museum

Highlight • Castle

Although this looks like a medieval buildings in fact it was built relatively recently in 1879. Today it is used as a military museum.

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4.08 km

dorsetmuseum.org
Renovated and modernised mid 2021. Much improved. Usually has an exhibition as well as the five galleries. And a rather good Taste cafe.
Somewhere to put some calories back in and take in some culture.

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4.12 km

St Peter's Church, Dorchester

Highlight • Religious Site

St Peter's Church imposes itself on the skyline of Dorchester. The majority of the church dates from the 15th century, with later alterations and extensions over the following centuries.

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4.15 km

Dorchester Corn Exchange

Highlight • Other

Built in 1848, Dorchester Corn Exchange was originally used as a grain market. Recently it was converted into a plush venue for various cultural events.

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4.19 km

Dorchester (Casterbridge in Thomas Hardy's Novels)

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the best preserved towns in the UK, Dorchester (AKA Casterbridge if you're Thomas Hardy) is beautiful.

There's historic buildings on either side of you, narrow streets and some …

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5.18 km

Greys Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Carries London Road over the River Frome towhich stood a few hundred feet to the north. Two metal plaques threaten transportation for life for anyone found guilty of wilfully damaging …

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