GOLDEN CAP
Between Charmouth and Bridport
THERE is so much more to Golden Cap than the highest point on the south coast.
You can climb this 627ft high flat-topped hill of deep orange sandstone and enjoy some world class views.
There are views along the shore to the tip of Portland Bill in one direction and to Start Point in the other.
Inland, you can see Pilsdon Pen and as far as the heights of Dartmoor.
An all-ability circular trail takes you through the woodlands of Langdon Hill Wood. Rich in wildlife, they are home to large numbers of 'blue' butterfly in summer and many different fungi in autumn.
Finally, high on the cliffs you'll find the ancient Thorncombe Beacon.
It was one of a series dotted along the English coast as part of an early warning system guarding against foreign invasion. Enjoy the spectacular views east to Bridport and Chesil Beach.
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