A 19th-century folly tower situated on a hill overlooking the village of Melbury Abbas in Dorset, England, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and serving as a prominent landmark in the area.
This place is absolutely beautiful. We took our five kids for a little outing there. They were able to handle the hike up the hill (16, 14, 12, 8, 1) - but it was pretty steep. That being said we pushed our stroller up the whole hill. We took a little picnic and ate at the top of the hill surrounded by the incredible views. A few things to note: The parking area is small. We got there early and had to park along the fence (maybe 10 cars there?). By the time we left it was overflowing with cars (25 ish). 2. The hill is very steep at one point - going up and down. Just keep going! The views are worth it! 3. There are no bathrooms at this site...people with kids might want to know this. All in all we loved our outing and will return!
An easy walk to the top. Easily made it in about 30 minutes from the small car park. On a clear day the views are awesome.
Outstanding views in all directions. Ascent from Compton Down is very steep unless you take the path that veers diagonally up hill from the shoulder crossing. That path leads, eventually to the beacon summit on more gentle incline!
Great national trust fields to walk in. From the car park opposite the airfield it is about an hour to the top of be beacon and back. Beautiful views on a a great day. Very windy at times!
Stunning and far reaching views. Lovely walking, with or without your four legged companion. Lots of livestock around grazing. Compton Abbis airfield close by where you can grab a coffee and or something to eat.
It's idyllic at the top. Great headspace and never too busy. Very accessible with a steep incline at the end. Bring water if you plan on doing it.
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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This place is absolutely beautiful. We took our five kids for a little outing there. They were able to handle the hike up the hill (16, 14, 12, 8, 1) - but it was pretty steep. That being said we pushed our stroller up the whole hill. We took a little picnic and ate at the top of the hill surrounded by the incredible views. A few things to note: The parking area is small. We got there early and had to park along the fence (maybe 10 cars there?). By the time we left it was overflowing with cars (25 ish). 2. The hill is very steep at one point - going up and down. Just keep going! The views are worth it! 3. There are no bathrooms at this site...people with kids might want to know this. All in all we loved our outing and will return!
An easy walk to the top. Easily made it in about 30 minutes from the small car park. On a clear day the views are awesome.
Outstanding views in all directions. Ascent from Compton Down is very steep unless you take the path that veers diagonally up hill from the shoulder crossing. That path leads, eventually to the beacon summit on more gentle incline!
Great national trust fields to walk in. From the car park opposite the airfield it is about an hour to the top of be beacon and back. Beautiful views on a a great day. Very windy at times!
Stunning and far reaching views. Lovely walking, with or without your four legged companion. Lots of livestock around grazing. Compton Abbis airfield close by where you can grab a coffee and or something to eat.
It's idyllic at the top. Great headspace and never too busy. Very accessible with a steep incline at the end. Bring water if you plan on doing it.
