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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· South West England

Tyneham Cap

In or near Kimmeridge.

Tyneham Cap β€” mountain in england south east. Elevation: 175 m.

On the ranges path up Tyneham Cap - geograph.org.uk - 4115674

Trevor Harris β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Norden Β· 7.1 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Tyneham Cap is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 175 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: South Dorset Coast SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Tyneham Cap is a mountain located in South-East England. It is part of the Isle of Purbeck and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is known for its rugged terrain and natural beauty, making it a suitable destination for outdoor activities such as hiking and photography. Visitors can expect a variety of trails that cater to different skill levels.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.6175, -2.1529
District
Dorset
Parish
Kimmeridge
Postcode
BH20 5PF
Parliamentary constituency
South Dorset
Nearest railway station
Norden β€” 7.1 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Tyneham Cap

Places to stay

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Steaple Leaze Farm Campsite.

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Church Farm Campsite

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Bucknowle Farm campsite

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YHA Lulworth Cove Youth Hostel

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The Old Granary

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tyneham Cap?
Tyneham Cap is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH20 5PF), in the parish of Kimmeridge.
What is Tyneham Cap?
Tyneham Cap β€” mountain in england south east. Elevation: 175 m.
How do I get to Tyneham Cap?
The nearest railway station is Norden, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH20 5PF.
Is Tyneham Cap a protected site?
Yes β€” Tyneham Cap is part of the South Dorset Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Tyneham Cap?
The nearest railway station is Norden, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH20 5PF.