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Sherborne Abbey to Sherborne Castle loop

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Sherborne Abbey to Sherborne Castle loop

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Sherborne Abbey to Sherborne Castle loop

01:07

4.23km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Start point

Parking

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391 m

Sherborne Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

For many, known as the ‘Cathedral of Dorset’ Founded by St. Aldhelm in AD 705, Sherborne Abbey has developed from a Saxon cathedral to one of England’s most beautiful parish …

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2.62 km

Sherborne New Castle and Old Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Once the former home of Sir Walter Raleigh, Sherborne "New" Castle is an ideal place to visit while on a hike around Sherborne.
The mansion dates back to the 16th …

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4.23 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.00 km

1.19 km

707 m

330 m

Surfaces

3.05 km

612 m

330 m

234 m

Elevation

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Thursday 9 July

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16°C

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Sherborne Abbey to Sherborne Castle loop

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Sherborne New Castle and Old Castle Ruins

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