Compton circular walk via Silkstead

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Overview

A leisurely 5 mile circular walk from the 12th century All Saints Church in Compton via the recently created Yew Hill nature reserve and Silkstead. There are some lovely views towards St Catherine’s Hill and surrounding area.

If you are intending to go on the walk, please register with the walk contact beforehand.

Saturday, 8 November 2025

Meeting time:: 9:25 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 154.5m / 507ft
Type:: circular

The route follows ancient tracks and country lanes, there is one short steep downhill path towards the end of the walk.

Features

Car sharing available
No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SU 35947 20950
Nearest postcode:: SO51 8AF
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Meeting time:: 9:25 am

Romsey Rapids far side adjacent to football ground for car share.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 46785 25681
Nearest postcode:: SO21 2AR
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Road parking along Compton Street meet outside the church.

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