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Hod Hill, Stourpaine, near Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 8TQ. Free entry

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Details

Accessibility

"Access from Hanford Lane involves one steep climb, access from Stourpaine village is a gentler slope but longer. Site itself is level but uneven with little mud. Dogs on leads welcome."

Brief description

"Dorset's largest hill fort renowned for its downland wildlife".

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hod_Hill

Hod Hill is a massive Iron Age hill fort with a 1st-century Roman fort inside the north corner, located near Stourpaine, 3 miles (5 km) northwest of Blandford Forum, Dorset. It sits 143 meters above sea level in the Blackmore Vale, features dramatic chalk ramparts, is owned by the National Trust, and is popular for hiking and views

Address

Hod Hill (National Trust)

Stourpaine

Blandford Forum

DT11 8TQ

Email

westdorset@nationaltrust.org.uk

Phone

01297 489481

Website

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/hod-hill

Directions

"Car park: Hanford Lane: OS ST853112, Stourpaine village: OS ST860095

From Blandford Forum take the A350 and beyond Stourpaine village turn left to Child Okeford. From Shaftesbury take the A350 and beyond Stepleton House turn right to Child Okeford.

Parking: Follow the directions above. After turning off the A350 the small car park for Hod Hill can be found on the left after half a mile (ST853112). Park here to walk to the hill.

Sat Nav: The postcode DT11 8TA is for Stourpaine. Please note there is no allocated parking in Stourpaine.

Cycling:

Hod Hill is adjacent to the North Dorset Trailway (NCN NR25) and can be accessed from Stourpaine."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Daily Dawn - Dusk

Transport

2026: "Service 83, 30 and 314, Blandford to Shaftesbury, alight Stourpaine; service 7, X8, 309, 310, 317, 323, 330, 368, Blandford to Sturminster Newton, alight Durweston"

Amenities

Car park

Hanford Lane: OS ST853112, Stourpaine village: OS ST860095

Hod Hill Car Park ST853112

WQ2R+42

Blandford Forum

DT11 8TQ

+ "Dogs allowed

Dog walkers are welcome but please keep an eye out for signs throughout your visit. Using a short lead helps to keep your dog from disturbing ground-nesting birds and farm animals. It's essential to use a short lead around sheep. Please always clear up after your dog. Bins are available within or near the car parks or take the poo bags home with you."

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