Starting at Evershot, the second highest village in Dorset, this walk meanders close to the River Frome towards Poole Harbour. The walking route also passes through Chilfrome, Maiden Newton, Bradford Peverell, Charminster and Dorchester.

A wealth of wildlife can be seen in and beside the river. This includes the iridescent flash of a Kingfisher, the bright yellow Marsh Marigold, Water Crowfoot and Brown Trout. At present the trail finishes at Dorchester but there are plans to extend the route to Poole Harbour.

You can currently enjoy the trail on foot or by bike. There is also a short circular route called Ratty’s Trail near Dorchester, named after the character from Wind in the Willows. If you keep your eyes peeled you may see ‘Ratty’ the Water Vole feeding in the river.

You can access the Trail at different locations and walk or cycle as far as you feel like. The walking trail is 16 miles long and the cycling trail is 14 miles. Parking is available at Evershot and Maiden Newton and train stations at Maiden Newton and Dorchester.

On the ground the trail is signed using an arrowhead disc. This has been designed to reflect the rich archaeological findings dating from the Bronze Age within the river valley.

Full information about the Trail and downloadable leaflets can be found on the Dorset Council website.