Pug's Hole - Talbot Heath, Bournemouth, Dorset, UK - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

Bournemouth Borough Council describes the area:

'This area is believed to have been named after a smuggler called 'Pug' who is said to have hidden his goods here when the area was still heathland. The wood is a mix of coniferous and deciduous trees and attracts numerous birds through the year including woodpeckers, Nuthatches, Coal Tits and Goldcrests.'

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 25 acres Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: There is a packed earth path all round and through the site covering about 2 kilometres. What points of interest are there?: Wildlife, overlooks and benches. What activities are available?: Hiking, bird watching, picnics. List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Thorns, steep slopes Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: No Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link] Hours of accessibility?: Not listed If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
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Date Logged Log User Rating   05/30/2009 figures visited it 05/08/2009 tombraiders3 visited it

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