03 dorset hinton admiral to christchurch

Alex Roddie enjoys the best bit of the undulating South Downs Way

We all know walking is good for us, but walking in good company is even better. So, with an unexpected weekend to myself, I am exploring the West Sussex countryside on a guided break with HF Holidays.

I have a romantic view of Dorset. It comes from reading Famous Five books as a child and memories of family camping trips near Durdle Door. Vague recollections of waterside fish and chips in Wareham,

■ Distance: 10 miles/15.5km ■ Time: 5 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

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