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    Jurassic Coast, Dorset: Nortent Skjul Bivvi Camp

    Early May 2025

    This was my third time camping along this stretch of chalk cliff tops of this stunning stretch of coastline.

    There are plenty of large, grassy areas along this cliff top. I set up the bivvi and settled down. I twice heard a stamping sound. The second time, I looked out and saw the silhouette of a large deer – that wasn’t on…

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    A Forest Edge Camp, Somerset | Nortent Skjul Camp

    A Forest Edge Camp, Somerset | Nortent Skjul Camp

    Late April

    My first venture into Somerset was an enjoyable experience. I walked around the impressive Stourhead Estate and explored its amazing landscaped gardens and oddities such as the Grotto, the Pantheon and the Temple of Apollo.

    I know there’s an entrance fee, but I’m not…

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    Jurassic Coast, Dorset: Nortent Skjul Bivvi Camp

    Mid-April 2025

    This was my second camp on the chalk cliff tops along the Jurassic Coast, and it didn’t disappoint. The weather took a turn when I arrived, with temperatures dropping, which meant I pretty much had the place to myself.

    I wandered up to Bat’s Head to watch the sun set over White Nothe.

    There were a…

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    A hill In Devon: Nortent Skjul Bivvi Camp

    Early April 2025

    I spotted this raised strip of forest and heathland on Google Maps and decided to check it out.

    It sits a couple of hundred metres above sea level and offers some great views. It’s within walking distance of town, which has public transport links and plenty of free on-street parking. The area also has two trig points…

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    Knoll Beach, Studland, Dorset

    Late September 2024

    A beautiful place with beautiful views.

    I visited this area before the summer for a recce and I promised to return once the summer had ended and the visitors had all left.

    There are so many spots along the beach and in the dunes to choose from. I chose…

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