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Meon Group

Meon Ramblers welcome people of all ages. Our weekly walks explore the varied countryside and coast of Hampshire and West Sussex.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

The walk goes from the village hall at Forestside west on the edge of Stansted Forest to Watergate then northerly via Grevitts Copse towards Up Marden. We then go eastwards to Compton.  The return is via Horsley and South Holt Farms  and Warren Down.

Sunday, 13 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Technical
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
418.8m / 1374ft
Type:
circular

An undulating walk mainly on footpaths and tracks in open country side and woodland. There is a small amount of road walking.  Excellent views from the high ground.  There will be short coffee break at Up Marden followed by a longer lunch stop at Compton.

A suggested minimum donation of £2 per car with a small donation for passengers to use the hall facilities prior to and following the walk.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 75676 12176
Nearest postcode:
PO9 6EE
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Start time:
10:00 am

The Forestside village hall car park is located on Broadwalk, nearly opposite Christ Church.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking