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Ballard Down, Studland, Dorset

This is a very popular circular walk up to Ballard Down and back via the Old Harry Rocks. On a clear day while walking along Ballard Down you can see Poole Harbour on your left, Swanage on your right and the Isle of Wight straight ahead.

See the detailed walk directions.

It is almost all steep uphill until picture 7, it is then mostly leisurely, downhill.

Please check our walk preparation guide.

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Distance: 4.0 miles / 6.4 km Date: Oct 2002 Climb: 430 feet / 131 m Walk Duration: 2 hr 0 mins Difficulty: Moderate Calories used: 520 kcals

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