Hambledon Hill

Hambledon Hill

Hambledon Hill is an impressive prehistoric hill fort situated in the Blackmore Vale five miles northwest of Blandford Forum. Hambledon Hill is now a designated National Nature Reserve. The hill rises 190m above the River Stour offering great views of the surrounding countryside and as far as Wiltshire and Somerset.

Hambledon Hill is managed by the National Trust.

Location: Aim for Child Okeford, DT11 8HD (Google map)

Parking: A small unsigned roadside lay-by with parking space for four cars, SE of Child Okeford village. Alternatively, park in the village itself and follow one of the numerous footpaths up to Hambledon Hill.

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