National Trust, Langton Matraves, Swanage BH19 have a 4 mile Coastal walk along Dancing Ledge and Scratch Arse Ware (yes that is the name of the area!!) 1.5 hours approximately with moderate gradient. Uneven and steep terrain with stiles and gates. Lots of cliff edges to be aware of . Sturdy shoes or boots are advised. Things to see Sycamore Tree may have been used as a hangmans tree. Scratch Arse Ware , the meaning behind the first part of this name is unclear although land for rough grazing is normally known as Ware . Limestone grassland here is managed for conservation without using fertilizers or chemicals. This allows a variety of wild flowers and gorse to grow ensuring plentiful supply of food for insects and wildlife.
Stay at Rosscourt Guest House BH5 1EL 01202 397537, drive across on the chain ferry from Sandbanks to The Purbecks and take the road through to Swanage. Pop onto Studland Bay before heading off another National Trust area.
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