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Lulworth Cove holiday Day 5

This day was based on Studland and the surrounding area. Keen walkers headed for Old Harry Rocks, via Agglestone Rock and Ballard Down. The Agglestone is a large lump of sandstone rock perched on top of a large hillock on the Godlingstone Nature Reserve. How it got there is anyone's guess, but the story that the devil threw it from the Isle of Wight to destroy Corfe Castle and missed, is unproven.

After passing through a golf course we ascended Ballard Down. Great views of Bournemouth, Poole and also the Needles on the Isle of Wight. Back to Studland for some refreshments and to hear stories from those who wanted a shorter walk. The story that there was little of interest on the clothing optional Studland beach was mostly accepted. Thanks also to Marian for additional photos. The walk was just over 7 miles, with 670 ft of ascent

Behind are the Pinnacles, crumbling chalk stacks

Walk 15th June

Approaching Ballard Point

Paul's trying not to notice.

Quite a breeze on the hill

Old Harry Rocks 1

Old Harry Rocks 2

Return path to Studland

Distant Needles IOW

Bankes Arms, home of the Isle of Purbeck Brewery

Poole harbour.

Ballard Down hill.

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