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By Emma Surridge / September 10, 2024

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One of the things we love most about the Dorset co One of the things we love most about the Dorset coast is its fascinating geology. A 95-mile stretch of the shore, known as the Jurassic Coast, is world-renowned for its geology and fossils. This section of shoreline provides an unbroken geological record of nearly 185 million years of Earth’s history, from the Triassic period through the Jurassic to the Cretaceous period. It’s a place where you can literally walk through time :) #walking #hiking #walkingholidaysuk #hikinginengland #hikingadventures #walkinguk #hikinguk #dorset #visitdorset #weloveengland #thisprettyengland #coastalwalk #ukhikingadventures #ukcoast #ukcoastpath #swisbest #swcoastpath #foottrailsuk #visitengland #landscapephotography #landscapeuk #jurassiccoastline #jurassiccoast #coastalwalks #englishcoast
Smuggling was everywhere on the south coast of Eng Smuggling was everywhere on the south coast of England in the 1700s and 1800s. The isolated coves, cliffs and beaches of the Dorset coast made it an ideal place for smugglers to make land with their illegal goods. If you’d like to explore this beautiful and fascinating corner of South West England, visit our website or send us a message here on Instagram. #dorset #dorsetcoast #englishcoast #dorsetuk #visitdorset #visitdorsetofficial #southwestcoastpath #coastalhike #coastalscenery #coastalpathsuk #swcp #ukhiking #hikeuk #coastalpaths #coastalwalks #ruralengland #walkingholidaysuk #visitengland #coastaltrail #englishcountryside #countrysidewalks #hikingvacations
The Dorset coast has a magic all of its own: beaut The Dorset coast has a magic all of its own: beautiful views, characterful villages, Victorian seaside resorts and world-renowned fossils & geology. To do this varied landscape justice we don’t just set you on the coast path. We show you a side of Dorset that we know from decades of walking in the region. Our hikes take you on the quiet ways, on paths you wouldn’t find on your own. On trails that are picked for joy, rhythm and peace. Making you feel connected to the land and a million miles from anywhere. #dorsetcoast #dorsetcoastline #jurassiccoast #coastalwalking #southwestcoastpath #coastalhike #coastalscenery #coastalpathsuk #coastalwalks #walkuk #hikeuk #ukwalks #ukhikes #selfguidedtour #hikingengland #visitengland #slowtraveling #thisprettyengland #beautifulengland #ukwalkingholidays
The Dorset coast is a stunning landscape with brea The Dorset coast is a stunning landscape with breathtaking views in all directions. Dramatic cliffs, the wash of waves on the beach and tales of smugglers from centuries gone by. #dorset #dorsetcoast #englishcoast #dorsetuk #visitdorset #visitdorsetofficial #southwestcoastpath #coastalhike #coastalscenery #coastalpathsuk #swcp #ukhiking #hikeuk #coastalpaths #coastalwalks #ruralengland #walkingholidaysuk #visitengland #coastaltrail #englishcountryside #countrysidewalks #hikingvacations
Stunning autumn colours here in South West England Stunning autumn colours here in South West England 🍂 It’s been a joy being out on the trails these past weeks and watching the stunning autumnal colours. A couple of weeks ago, Foot Trails Co-Founders Alison & David Howell were out in Wiltshire admiring the grounds of a country estate in our Country Houses & Gardens Foot Trail. Renowned for its trees, Stourhead is always a draw at this time of year. And it’s not difficult to see why. If you’d like to explore some of the South West’s finest country houses, gardens and landscapes, visit our website (link in bio), or send us a message here on instagram. #fallishere #fallfoliage #foliagelove #trees #autumn  #autumnvibes #leavesarefalling #autumncolours #autumnishere #autumnhikes #autumnadventures #fallhiking #welovengland #visitengland #StourheadNT #hikingadventures #foottrailsuk #stourheadgardens
There is something magical about walking in woodla There is something magical about walking in woodlands in spring. In the dappled light that falls while trees are still leafless. Hardy blooms such as plum cherry blossoms, primroses, wild garlic and bluebells are welcome reminders that spring is here and the long, dark days of winter are behind us. #spring2026 #woodlandwalks  #HikingUK #wanderlust #outdooradventures #treemagic #walkingholidaysuk #springwalks #selfguidedtour #selfguidedwalkingholidays #england #hikeuk #walkuk #hikingadventures #springflowers🌸 #woodlandflowers
When we think of spring, we often picture flowery When we think of spring, we often picture flowery May. Early spring is often overlooked. However, March and April have charms of their own that make them perfect for walking in South West England. Early spring is a time when nature is just beginning to stir after winter. There are signs of spring everywhere - snowdrops and crocuses peek out from beneath trees, walls and hedgerows. Bright primroses dot the landscape too, and the first buds start to appear on trees. Walking in early spring feels very grounding and real. Wandering landscapes on the cusp of change has a charm all of its own. #springvibes #springholidays #spring2026 #springhiking #englishcountryside #ruralengland #hikingtrails #ukhikes #beautifulengland #englishspring #swisbest #beautifulspring #ukadventures #weloveengland #visitengland #escapetheeveryday
In May, spring reaches its crescendo. The countrys In May, spring reaches its crescendo. The countryside is a riot of greens and whites, with fields, meadows and hedgerows bursting into life. Hawthorn and horse chestnut trees are laden with creamy white blossoms, and sprays of cow parsley bob and sway along footpaths, verges and roadsides. There is a freshness, energy and optimism to May that make it perfect for walking. If you’d like to experience spring in all its glory in South West England next year, send us a message. #springvibes #spring2026 #springhiking #springholidays #wildflowers #southwestengland #walkuk #hikeuk #walkingholiday #visitengland #visitbritain #countrysidewalks #englishcountryside #hikingengland #slowtravel
Here in South West England, the seasons are changi Here in South West England, the seasons are changing. Autumn is in full swing. Last weekend, the clocks went back, ushering in shorter days and the time when nature starts its slow, quiet descent into winter. As much as we love walking in autumn and winter at Foot Trails, we can’t help but think ahead to 2026 as we help our guests plan their spring walking adventures. This most captivating of seasons is always a joy to walk through for all the senses. #spring2026 #springhiking #englishcountryside #ruralengland #traveluk #visitengland #walkingholidaysuk #countrysidewalks #ukwalking #ukhikes #springvibes #hikingseason #hikinginengland #footpaths #naturehike
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