Golden Cap from Seatown
The highest cliff on the south coast of England, a short steep climb from a shingle beach.
- Distance
- 3.1 km
- Ascent
- 180 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 191 m
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About this walk
Golden Cap from Seatown is a moderate 3.1 km out-and-back walk with 180 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Seatown (grid reference SY 419 918).
Golden Cap is a flat-topped hill of golden sandstone that drops straight into the sea between Charmouth and Bridport, and at 191 m the highest point on the whole south coast. From the pub at Seatown the coast path climbs steeply to the top in under an hour, with the Jurassic Coast running away east and west and Lyme Bay below. Return the same way, or down the inland side through the fields.
Route
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Golden Cap
Climb the coast path from Seatown to the summit and return.
Summit
Golden Cap
191 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Golden Cap from Seatown take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 3.1 km route, which has 180 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Seatown (grid reference SY 419 918). Car park at the beach (charge).
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses along the A35 stop at Chideock, 1 km away. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. A steep grassy clifftop path with steps.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep well back from the cliff edge, and keep dogs on a lead.
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