Thorncombe Beacon — Attraction in Symondsbury

Historic beacon on top of the cliffs between Golden Cap and West Bay, with excellent views over the Bridport and beyond to Chesil Beach. It would originally have formed part of a number of beacons that provided an early warning against invasion. The walk uphill from Seatown Beach is steep, but rewarded with superb views. Seatown itself has charged parking, and the Anchor Inn and a village shop where you can stop for refreshments or supplies. National Trust members can find free parking at Langdon Hill, from which the beacon is a longer but very...

Stunning location and views in good weather, even misty its beautiful up there. Hilly walk but usually lower level pathways to wall areound the hills but some climb if you want to seek the view points. The cliff edges are soft soil so i woukd stay back from the edge. Stop off at the Anchor pub but avoid lunctime on sunny days if you want food go early or a little later. Car parking is £4 refundable on £20 spent at the pub or fill a bucket of rubbish collected from the beach (didn't see any so may be a...

What a spectacular area to walk in, with the most amazing surrounds of cliff tops and see and fields.of.flowers. Parking is available opposite The Anchor Inn. It costs £8. However, you get a £2 deduction if you buy food at the Anchor Inn. Well worth it for a bite and a beer after viewing The Cap and Thorncombe beacon. The latter is the easier of the 2 walks. Mostly grass, I walked bare foot. It was lush and soft. Quite steep, but plenty places to.stop.and admire the beach, sea,...