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WALKS IN DORSET at ASKERSWELL & EGGARDON HILL (4K) 

Dave Ford (Dave's Countryside Walks)
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In this episode of my series “Walks in Dorset”, I take a 5.5 mile circular walk from the village of Askerswell which is located about 4 miles East of Bridport & 10 miles West of Dorchester. Once again I am accompanied by my Whippet, Logan.
I started my walk at the Spyway Inn, which can be found at Spyway, (just to the North of Askerswell), and headed South to explore the village.
After visiting the church, I headed Eastwards along footpaths in fields, basically following closely the course of the River Asker.
Passing by Nallers Farm, I reached Stancombe Farm at which point I started my climb, Northwards, up on to Haydon Down.
I soon spotted Eggardon Hill and changed direction (Westwards , towards it) as I wanted to explore the iron age hill fort that is located on the top. There were some stunning views across the rolling Dorset landscape to enjoy as well as a sighting of the sea to the South.
My homeward leg took me through North Eggardon Farm & South Eggardon Farm, back to my final destination - The Spyway Inn.
Map courtesy of Google Maps.
Aerial pictures courtesy of Google Maps.
Music from the RU-vid Audio library.
Information Sources: Wikipedia, Dorset Churches, Historic England, British History Online & Dorset OPC.
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I use an INSTA360 ACE PRO Action Camera & a Rode microphone (either a “Shotgun” or a Rode Wireless Go II) together with a Canon Powershot SX530 HS.

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Комментарии : 53   
@marcogerlach1648
@marcogerlach1648 5 месяцев назад
And another absolutely fantastic video! Thank you very much and keep up the good work!☺️
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you Marco and indeed thanks for watching.
@keithjoseph5671
@keithjoseph5671 5 месяцев назад
Amazing walk through the village and Awesome walking trail in the countryside with wonderful views
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you Keith.
@craigmarsh3221
@craigmarsh3221 5 месяцев назад
Good evening Dave beautiful video so very enjoyable to watch I am going to try one of your walks in September at stourhead house and Gardens so something to look forward to we are staying in the local pub but only for research purposes if you know what I mean 😊.
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
I hope that you enjoy your visit to Stourhead and that you have great weather as well.
@craigmarsh3221
@craigmarsh3221 5 месяцев назад
Thank you
@cathpeterson1944
@cathpeterson1944 5 месяцев назад
lovely walk thru Askerwell, amazing views vast farmlands and the sea in background
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thanks Cath. The views, especially to the sea, were amazing that day.
@lionelmarytravels6003
@lionelmarytravels6003 5 месяцев назад
Another good explore, Dave. Lovely rolling countryside and great views on a glorious day.
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you Lionel. We were lucky with the weather that day.
@SkylarkFields
@SkylarkFields 5 месяцев назад
Loved the reference to the Askers Motel - back in 1975 it was where my husband-to-be took me for our first date! Nice video of another great walk, and thanks for the memories!!
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you for sharing your memories of the place.
@highlandexplorer990
@highlandexplorer990 5 месяцев назад
Wowwww, what a gorgous walk!! 😍 I want to go to Dorset, and this video makes me want to go even more. Loved the old-timey village and the history bits about the smugglers were really interesting. Also, Logan is one handsome pupper 🐶
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you. It is amazing how much history there is in that area.
@susantaylor927
@susantaylor927 5 месяцев назад
Thank You Dave and Logan! That was Fab..... So interesting ..... We loved it all.... And watching Logan go for a fast walk!😊 And a beautiful day for the wonderful views! Such big skies!😊
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you Susan. The long climb up to the top of Eggardon Hill was certainly worth it for the views!
@DAZz1706
@DAZz1706 5 месяцев назад
Really good to see you do this walk Dave i used to work at Askers motel and i was also one of the last people to see it before it went up, i left a week before it came down and i believe only the owner and myself were the last to be there its was a real shame it had a lot of history and charm. I remember doing the 29hr telethon behind the bar and went start to finish with the obvious breaks to get some food and coffee. Thankyou for showing us all the area it was great.
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you & indeed thanks for sharing your memories of Askers. Many people were fond of the place for sure.
@bosse641
@bosse641 5 месяцев назад
Only one stained glass window, but what a window, wow. Beautiful. And a lovely little village, so quiet and peaceful. My kind of place. And a lovely walk in a beautiful landscape. And great weather for a walk. 🙂
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
The views on that walk were amazing!
@bosse641
@bosse641 5 месяцев назад
@@DaveFord .....agreed!
@Lynn-i7x
@Lynn-i7x Месяц назад
Love this walk Dave thanks to you and Logan. Really inspiring and interesting. Always wondered what was built on the hard standing beside the A35 . Fantastic video.
@DaveFord
@DaveFord Месяц назад
Thank you Lynn. Some lovely views on that route for sure!
@melissaphillips3088
@melissaphillips3088 5 месяцев назад
Can we give Dave and Logan a award for the most beautiful landscape and views . Just gorgeous Dave and Logan looked in fine form walking along. Keep up the wonderful walks Dave I looked forward to them each time. Take care Dave and give Logan a big hug from me. He is such a good boy🌸
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you Melissa. On a clear day, you can see for miles from the top of Eggardon Hill.
@melissaphillips3088
@melissaphillips3088 5 месяцев назад
@@DaveFord that must be amazing Dave. Enjoy your weekend ☀️
@markshrimpton3138
@markshrimpton3138 5 месяцев назад
You certainly had the most glorious weather that day. Landscape such as that makes the heart lift. A chunk of my paternal ancestors lived in that region of Dorset. Thanks for sharing your walk with us Dave.
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you Mark.
@rodneytaylor6952
@rodneytaylor6952 5 месяцев назад
Love yer vids Dave...
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you Rodney & indeed thanks for watching.
@Woodentops1
@Woodentops1 5 месяцев назад
Superb walk - thanks, Dave
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you. :)
@KeithWebb-cl1ld
@KeithWebb-cl1ld 5 месяцев назад
As usual a great educational video 👍🏻
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you. :)
@ailsabowring4449
@ailsabowring4449 5 месяцев назад
We went to a couple of works Christmas Parties at Askers Roadhouse in the 60’s , we were bused from Dorchester and back again
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
I believe that it was a popular spot. Surprised there is still not something there today, considering it's location.
@johnwormley4401
@johnwormley4401 5 месяцев назад
Hi dave ,which is your favourite dorset walk ..and have you ever heard of the golden triangle Somerset .....compton pauncefoot...Blackford... Corton deham ..Cadbury Castle...its so beautiful its worth a look loads of good walks ....
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Hi John. We plan to film walks at both Cadbury Castle and Corton Denham / Sandford Orcas later on this year. As to which is my favourite Dorset walk ....well that is a tricky one. I do love the Jurassic Coast and a walk that starts and finishes at the Square & Compass pub at Worth Matravers, on a glorious sunny day, takes some beating!
@hannureittu4310
@hannureittu4310 5 месяцев назад
Great walk, thanks Dave! P.S. Just visited Swanage (from Finland), inspired by you...
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you Hannu. I hope that you had an enjoyable visit.
@hannureittu4310
@hannureittu4310 5 месяцев назад
@@DaveFord Yes, i had some jolly good walks
@RogerB747
@RogerB747 5 месяцев назад
Another great video with great views. I was just about to congratulate you on not saying a church was dark, but in the very last scene in the church...
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thanks Roger. Ah yes, those lights!
@jeanblemings5352
@jeanblemings5352 5 месяцев назад
I noticed Logan getting a wiggle on for the downhill section back to the pub you were visiting, for research purposes only of course. He must have known about the dog treats! Great views from Eggardon Hill probably because of it's high aspect. I was thinking however of rhe view from Golden Cap west when you actually mentioned it in the commentary. That is one of the great Dorset views too!
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Oh yes, Golden Cap is a great spot for views.
@activeadventurerswiltshire
@activeadventurerswiltshire 5 месяцев назад
Come on dave, get it on the group ❤
@eldred1809
@eldred1809 5 месяцев назад
Great walk Dave, bet that gave the lungs and leg muscles a good workout! Did I spot a candidate for the pound at 8:39 or is it one of Dorset's domesticated giraffes? Must visit the Spyway again, been a few years since.
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Thank you. Yes, a tough one for the knees!
@johnwormley4401
@johnwormley4401 5 месяцев назад
Was it this year dave ,?
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 5 месяцев назад
Yes indeed - the film was made on 19th April 2024 (a rare "dry" day!).
@chrisgoff6544
@chrisgoff6544 8 дней назад
Dorset is a magical place . One day I hope they get rid of the pylons .
@DaveFord
@DaveFord 8 дней назад
It is a beautiful county for sure!
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