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Maiden Newton Church – 15th-Century Market Cross loop from West Dorset

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Maiden Newton Church – 15th-Century Market Cross loop from West Dorset

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Maiden Newton Church – 15th-Century Market Cross loop from West Dorset

00:21

5.96km

30m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16 m for 56 m

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44 m

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

Highlight • Other

really worthwhile going into this church

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85 m

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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171 m

Fox & Hounds Pub

Highlight • Pub

2.46 km

Maiden Newton Church

Highlight • Religious Site

2.65 km

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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3.23 km

Bridge Over Disused Railway

Highlight • Bridge

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.

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5.96 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.87 km

1.87 km

158 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.44 km

2.38 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 18 July

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Maiden Newton Church – 15th-Century Market Cross loop from West Dorset

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

Dorset Knob Throwing Competition

Fox & Hounds Pub

Maiden Newton Church

15th-Century Market Cross

Bridge Over Disused Railway

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