Gentle Walk from The Compasses

South Wiltshire Group

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Overview

After last month's very well supported walk, another from the same place followed by a return to the Compasses for those wishing to do so.

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 4.8km / 3.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: ST 97375 28992
Nearest postcode:: SP3 6NB
what3words:: corrode.bland.heartless

Start time:: 10:00 am

Overflow car park for The Compasses, Lower Chicksgrove

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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

Join now for just £3.75 per month