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South West England

Hengistbury Head – Hengistbury Head Beach Huts loop from Pokesdown

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South West England

Hengistbury Head – Hengistbury Head Beach Huts loop from Pokesdown

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Hengistbury Head – Hengistbury Head Beach Huts loop from Pokesdown

01:31

14.0km

70m

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: May 12, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

928 m

Fisherman's Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

lovely walk through the pine trees on way to the sea

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2

1.51 km

Fisherman's Walk Cliff Lift

Highlight • Rest Area

Fishermans Walk Lift is designed to serve the Southbourne and Boscombe promenades.
Opened in 1935 by the borough engineer, Mr F P Delamore, Fisherman's Walk Cliff Railway is by far …

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3

5.45 km

View from the Hengistbury Head trig point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beastly conditions today. Wild winds, crashing waves and lashing rain. So not a particularly quick run, especially the section from the visitors centre up the steep ramps to the top …

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5.75 km

Warren Hill

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5

6.13 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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6

7.01 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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7

7.12 km

View of Hengistbury Head Beach and the English Channel

Highlight • Viewpoint

The hardpack pathway section adjacent to the seaside Heingsburry head is a no cycle zone. You can get on the spot fines round there quite easily so be careful. This …

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8

8.58 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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9

10.7 km

Southbourne Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice start section for a ride along to sandbanks and back. Start at Sobo and have espresso and a bite to eat.

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B

14.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.83 km

2.74 km

2.37 km

1.86 km

1.35 km

809 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.70 km

3.15 km

2.37 km

746 m

< 100 m

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