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Hengistbury Head Beach Huts – Hengistbury Head loop from Mudeford

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Hengistbury Head Beach Huts – Hengistbury Head loop from Mudeford

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Hengistbury Head Beach Huts – Hengistbury Head loop from Mudeford

03:51

15.2km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 25, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.84 km for 450 m

Open: • April-October: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM • November-March, Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.35 km

Mudeford Ferry to Mudeford Quay

Highlight • Rest Area

The Mudeford Ferry operates between Mudeford Quay and the Beach at Mudeford Sandbank approximately every 15 minutes.
It operates at Weekends and School Hoildays in the Winter months provided there …

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2.84 km

Hengistbury Head Beach Huts

Highlight • Settlement

The Hengistbury Head beach huts occupy a rather enviable position on the peninsula's stunning, sandy beach. Looking out to the Isle of Wight, you could just imagine spending a whole …

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2.87 km

Mudeford Sandspit Lagoon and Holloway's Dock

Highlight • Natural Monument

A unique and beautiful sand spit which adjoins the ancient headland of Hengistbury Head and forms a natural barrier between Christchurch Harbour and the open sea. The area is designated …

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3.14 km

Hengistbury Head

Highlight • Natural

If it's a clear evening, there is no better place to see the sunset.

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3.72 km

Hengistbury Head

Highlight • Natural

Hengistbury Head has so many designations that it seems like one of the most fascinating places in the country; a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Local Nature Reserve, a …

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4.12 km

View of Bournemouth Bay from Warren Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

A night time view across the bay of Bournemouth

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4.82 km

Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre

Highlight • Natural Monument

quiet alternative to the busy cafe with a nice wildlife garden to enjoy a coffee

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6.92 km

Christchurch Harbour Riverside Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

A footpath along the banks of the River Stour will grant you some lovely vistas of parked up boats and views across the water to Christchurch.

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15.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.12 km

3.11 km

1.72 km

1.68 km

1.05 km

452 m

Surfaces

7.39 km

3.19 km

1.77 km

1.23 km

1.08 km

468 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 26 June

25°C

16°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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Comments

August 4, 2024,From Christchurch, Christchurch, BH23 1, United Kingdom, Christchurch to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

The sandpit marsh can be quite difficult as visibility is poor, due to overgrowth. Please trade carefully, however this was the most fun part of the trip! Cash only on the short ferry crossing.

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Hengistbury Head Beach Huts – Hengistbury Head loop from Mudeford

Mudeford Ferry to Mudeford Quay

Hengistbury Head Beach Huts

Mudeford Sandspit Lagoon and Holloway's Dock

Hengistbury Head

Hengistbury Head

View of Bournemouth Bay from Warren Hill

Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre

Christchurch Harbour Riverside Path

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