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Hambledon Hill & Hod Hill from Shroton: guided walk in Dorset
Two great hill forts in one walk: Neolithic Hambledon Hill and Iron Age Hod Hill with its Roman camp, with big views over the Blackmore Vale. Steep but rewarding.
- Distance6.9 miles (11 km)
- Time4–5 hours
- DifficultyChallenging
- TypeFull Day with Pub Lunch
- StartOpposite St Mary's Church, Shroton, DT11 8RF
- PriceFrom £350 (private guided walk)
The terrain
- Steep grassy climbs up the hill fort banks.
- Open chalk grassland on top, uneven in places.
- Field paths and lanes between the two hills.
What you'll see
- Hambledon Hill. Huge ramparts and a Neolithic enclosure.
- Hod Hill. An Iron Age hill fort with a Roman fort built in one corner.
- Blackmore Vale. Wide views across the vale.
- Chalk grassland. Orchids and butterflies in summer.
From walkers who've been with us
“A brilliant adventure through some of Dorset's most beautiful countryside — every step was enjoyable and worthwhile. So much chatter, I don't know where the time went.”
Walk it with a local guide
Every WildBoots walk is led by a qualified Mountain Leader with outdoor first aid training. Book it as a private guided walk for your own group, or join one of our small group walks. Dogs are welcome on most walks.