The ideal starting point for exploring Fontmell and Melbury Down.
This disused lime quarry was turned into a walkers' car park and picnic area, principally for access to Dorset Wildlife Trust's Fontmell Down Reserve and the National Trust's Melbury Down.
| Nearest Town | Shaftesbury |
|---|---|
| Nearest bus stop | Fontmell Magna |
| Nearest train station | Gillingham (9 miles) |
| Grid reference | ST 884 168 |
| Postcode | SP7 0NU |
| what3words | swerving.sleepers.seagulls |
| Size | 0.14 hectares |
| Parking | Up to three cars |
| Accessibility | No wheelchair access to Fontmell Down |
| Other activities in area | |
| Owner | Dorset Council |
| Managed by | Dorset Council (Area Greenspace Management Team - North) |
| How go get there |
Off the Blandford to Shaftesbury Higher Road (C13) turn towards Fontmell Magna on Mill Street, it is 230m on your left |