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Overview

A short walk starting opposite Withies Inn, heading up Polstead Lane, then walking between the Warrens to meet the North Downs Way. We follow this path to Watts Gallery where we will stop for a coffee break. Then (very) briefly on Downs Lane before we pass by the horse farm. We then head through the trees of Bummoor Copse with well-defined paths back to Withies Lane.

If you have any queries, please contact the Walk Leader by text on their mobile number.

Monday, 13 October 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
11:45 am
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
5km / 3.1mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The walk is a little over 3 miles with no stiles and no hills. Well behaved dogs welcome (some horses in fields). Watts Gallery has a café and toilets. There is some road walking but apart from the very short stretch on Downs Lane, little traffic can be expected. There is a pub at the end of the walk (Withies Inn).

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 96366 46779
Nearest postcode:
GU3 1JA
what3words:
herds.since.solo
Start time:
10:30 am

Withies Lane, Compton. Take the A3 south from Guildford. Take the B3000 exit towards Godalming / Farnham. At the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto The Steet / B3000. After 0.9 miles turn left into Withies Lane. After 0.1 miles park on the left opposite the Withies Pub but NOT in the Withies Pub CP (unless you plan to visit after)

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