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Spyway
50.6022° N, -2.0202° E
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Spyway is an isolated property in the parish of Worth Matravers in Dorset and is owned by the National Trust. It is located on the route of the Priest's Way. It is notable for having 140 million-year old dinosaur footprints.
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Footprints formed
140 million years ago
Spyway Barn acquired by National Trust
1990s
Footprints discovered
1997
Opened to the public
2016
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