Where is Payne's Down?

Payne's Down is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DT6 5QG), in the parish of Broadwindsor.

How do I get to Payne's Down?

The nearest railway station is Axminster, about 9.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT6 5QG.

Is Payne's Down a protected site?

Yes — Payne's Down is part of the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).

How do I get to Payne's Down?

Drivers can navigate to postcode DT6 5QG. It sits within the West Dorset parliamentary constituency.

Mountains & hills · South West England

Payne's Down

In or near Thorncombe.

Payne's Down — a hill or mountain in england south west.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 3 h–8 h
Best time of year: Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station: Axminster · 9.7 km

Dog-friendly

A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Payne's Down is a named hill or mountain in england south west, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.

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Protected designations

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Payne's Down is a mountain located in South-West England. It offers a range of outdoor activities, appealing to hikers and nature enthusiasts. The area is characterised by its diverse landscapes and scenic views, making it a suitable spot for both casual walks and more challenging treks. Visitors can expect a natural environment conducive to exploration and appreciation of the surrounding countryside.

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Coordinates: 50.8080, -2.8742
District: Dorset
Parish: Broadwindsor
Postcode: DT6 5QG
Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
Nearest railway station: Axminster — 9.7 km

Sources

manual: geonames-12612226 (CC BY 4.0)

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Memorials & monuments · South West England

Marshwood War Memorial

Marshwood War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

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Zoos & aquariums · South West England

Foxdown Childrens Farm

Foxdown Childrens Farm — a zoo aquarium in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

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Villages · South West England

Marshwood

Marshwood — a village in england south west.

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Historic houses · South West England

The Bottle Inn

The Bottle Inn — a Grade II*-listed historic house in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

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Mountains & hills · South West England

Sliding Hill

Sliding Hill — mountain in england south west. Elevation: 200 m.

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Towns & cities · South West England

Thorncombe

Thorncombe — village and civil parish in Dorset, UK.

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Where to eat & stay near Payne's Down

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Campsites · South West England

Wytch Wood Camping

Wytch Wood Camping — a campsite in england south west.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Payne's Down?: Payne's Down is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DT6 5QG), in the parish of Broadwindsor.
What is Payne's Down?: Payne's Down — a hill or mountain in england south west.
How do I get to Payne's Down?: The nearest railway station is Axminster, about 9.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT6 5QG.
Is Payne's Down a protected site?: Yes — Payne's Down is part of the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Payne's Down?: Drivers can navigate to postcode DT6 5QG. It sits within the West Dorset parliamentary constituency.