Beskrivning
Maiden Castle is a large hillfort with excellent of views of Dorchester and the surrounding area. It attracts many birds including kornsparv, gulsparv, sånglärka, törnsångare, svarthakad buskskvätta, rödvingetrast, björktrast, ljungpipare and tofsvipa.
Detaljer
Tillgänglighet
Maiden Castle is 2 miles from Dorchester town centre. There is a car park. Click on the P in the map for directions. Entry to Maiden Castle is free and the site is open during daylight hours. The circular walk indicated on the map is a simple 2 mile loop that does involve some gentle climbing and you will need to negotiate some kissing gates. Walking boots are recommended especially in winter. The site is very exposed, with no shelter.