Visiting Information
| Site Name | Stephens Castle |
|---|---|
| Facilities |
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| Map Reference | SU090094 |
| Directions |
Stephens Castle is accessible from various points north of the B3081 in Verwood. |
WARNING: I have not been able to test all of these co-ordinates, they are based on where I placed the markers so use with care!
| Name | SatNav Coordinates |
|---|---|
| Roadside parking | 50° 53' 4.758" N, 1° 52' 28.4304" W |
| Roadside parking | 50° 52' 56.1576" N, 1° 52' 3.3996" W |
Any walk in the countryside is going to have its potential hazards but the primary aim of this function is to forewarn less able people of difficulties they may face although some may apply to other people as well.
| Hazard |
Comment |
Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bog and Myre | If you chose to visit the lower, boggy area then access becomes much more difficult |
Bog and myre on heaths can be lethal if you get stuck in them and often there is no help for miles around. On heathland it pays to keep to well made pathways and not to stray off into boggy areas. Never do this alone and always one person stay on firm ground. Helicopter rescues from such situations are not uncommon! |
| No Significant Issues | The higher dry heath has excellent paths and there are no real hazards to access |
This reserve does not have any significant issues that I identified on my visit but conditions can always change so be prepared for all eventualities. |
The blue pin mark the approximate centre of the reserve, the yellow pin(s) mark the approximate locations of parking places that enable you to access the reserve.
