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White Nothe Viewpoint

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White Nothe Viewpoint

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  • Location: Chaldon Herring, Purbeck, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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    August 12, 2024

    Hiking

    This is the only bench from here to Durdle Door.
    But the meadow will do just fine 😉
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    December 21, 2021

    Hiking

    White Nothe is an impressive chalk headland to the west of Lulworth and the views from the top are staggering. In clear weather, you have a grand panorama of the English Channel with Portland Bill to the west and St Alban's Head to the east.

    Below lies the Smugglers' Path, a vertiginous zig-zag trail that'll take you down to the shore.

    November 3, 2021

    Hiking

    This path takes you to the most wonderful view point where you can see far reaching views toward Lulworth.
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    Durdle Door, White Nothe & Hambury Tout loop from Lulworth Cove Heritage Centre

    12.2km

    03:42

    380m

    380m

    Embark on the Durdle Door, White Nothe & Hambury Tout loop, a moderate 7.6-mile (12.2 km) hike that takes you along England's dramatic Jurassic Coast. You will gain 1247 feet (380 metres) in elevation over approximately 3 hours and 41 minutes, encountering undulating terrain with numerous ascents and descents. The route offers striking coastal views, including the famous natural limestone arch of Durdle Door, and panoramic vistas of the Dorset Coast from Hambury Tout.

    This trail starts from Lulworth Cove Heritage Centre, providing a convenient base for your adventure. Be prepared for a mix of surfaces, as some sections are paved, but you will also navigate unpaved, gravel, and natural footpaths, including steep parts. If you prefer a quieter experience, consider hiking during the off-season or on a weekday, as the section leading to Durdle Door can become quite busy, especially in fine summer weather.

    As you hike, you will journey through millions of years of geological history, with visible rock layers and formations revealing the ancient story of this coastline. The path to White Nothe provides excellent retrospective views back towards Durdle Door, allowing you to appreciate the scale of the natural arch from a different perspective. This route is a prime example of the unique geological heritage found along the Jurassic Coast.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 210 m

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    Location: Chaldon Herring, Purbeck, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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