Compton Circular

South West Sussex Group

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Overview

From Compton recreation ground car park, we walk to Chalton, for a coffee stop at the church. Then we walk over Idsworth Down and have our picnic lunch at Idsworth church.Then back to Compton.

Saturday, 23 August 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Booking required,preferably by text.

An undulating walk. One short steep hill before Chalton. 2 stiles.

Tea shop at Compton, if you fancy refreshments after the walk.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 77520 14587
Nearest postcode:: PO18 9EX
what3words:: puddings.overheard.newlywed

Start time:: 10:00 am

Compton recreation ground car park, on B2146 on approach to Compton.

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