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Melbury Hill, Fontmell, Dorset

This walk starts at the Fontmell car park and takes you up to Melbury Beacon at the top of Melbury Hill. It returns to the car park via East Compton. At 863 feet / 263 meters high Melbury Hill is one of the highest hills in the area offering spectacular views in all directions.

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On a clear and calm day the top of Melbury hill would be a good place for a picnic.

Please check our walk preparation guide.

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Distance: 2.8 miles / 4.5 km Date: Apr 2004 Climb: 625 feet / 190 m Walk Duration: 1 hr 35 mins Difficulty: Moderate Calories used: 440 kcals

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