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Dorchester Abbey – Shillingford Bridge loop from Brightwell-cum-Sotwell

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Dorchester Abbey – Shillingford Bridge loop from Brightwell-cum-Sotwell

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Dorchester Abbey – Shillingford Bridge loop from Brightwell-cum-Sotwell

02:57

11.2km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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North Wessex Downs National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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487 m

Shillingford Wharf

Highlight • Viewpoint

Attractive spot by the river with interesting houses and Boat Shed

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3.14 km

The Cross in the Abbey Garden

Highlight • Religious Site

Beautiful Garden to the rear of the Abbey. Sit quietly and reflect by the cross.

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3.19 km

The Abbey Church of St Peter and St Paul, better known as Dorchester Abbey, is Dorchester's parish church and also hosts parts of the Dorchester-on-Thames Festival. A beautiful monastery church with a fantastic organ, a visit is definitely recommended.

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3.29 km

The George Hotel, Dorchester-on-Thames

Highlight • Pub

The George Hotel on the High Street has been featured many times in the Midsomer Murders crime series. Very fine building dating from 1495.

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3.98 km

Sweet Peas Produce Stand

Highlight • Rest Area

5.28 km

Day's Lock

Highlight • Structure

Located just across the river from the small town of Little Wittenham is this lock that provides glorious views up and down the River Thames.

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5.51 km

St Peter's Church, Little Wittenham

Highlight • Religious Site

Little Wittenham has a very pretty church. It is surprising to find that it is not terribly ancient, for it was almost entirely rebuilt in 1862. The original building was …

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11.1 km

Shillingford Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely bridge with a pub close by. Nice to sit near the picnic area at the moorings to enjoy your lunch.

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11.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.39 km

3.55 km

1.95 km

694 m

577 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.49 km

2.84 km

2.72 km

1.27 km

417 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 25 June

33°C

21°C

11 %

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Dorchester Abbey – Shillingford Bridge loop from Brightwell-cum-Sotwell

Shillingford Wharf

The Cross in the Abbey Garden