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Lion Lodge Gate – View of Melbury House loop from Evershot

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Lion Lodge Gate – View of Melbury House loop from Evershot

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Lion Lodge Gate – View of Melbury House loop from Evershot

00:48

7.50km

130m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Dorset National Landscape

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678 m

Deer in Dorset National Landscape

Highlight • Natural

1.86 km

In the ownership of the Strangways family since the 16th century, this phenomenal Grade I-listed mansion lies in expansive parkland. Deep in Hardy country, this house was the basis of King's Hintock Court in three of his stories. The house remains a private home but the Hardy Way long-distance footpath brings you within sight of the grand house and winds through its lovely park.

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3.75 km

St Osmund's Church

Highlight • Historical Site

This church, like many others, was restored in the late 19th century. It was during this reconstruction that they discovered a Norman font made of Ham Hill stone.
It is in the Gothic style and has five bells.

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7.50 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.91 km

1.30 km

292 m

Surfaces

6.11 km

1.03 km

364 m

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Saturday 27 June

22°C

12°C

40 %

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Lion Lodge Gate – View of Melbury House loop from Evershot

Lion Lodge Gate

Deer in Dorset National Landscape

View of Melbury House

St Osmund's Church

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