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Overview

via Compton, East Marden and Up Marden. Picnic lunch.

Visits three pretty villages one being remote in the down land of West Sussex

Some lovely views and wooded hangers to enjoy. Not bad under foot considering all the rain we have had. No stiles to clamber over with just short upward inclines in the hangers.

 

Sunday, 22 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
152m / 499ft
Type:
circular

Parking is limited in the lay bye at West Marden. If full park in main street along side the wall.

If coming via Chalton and Finchdean be aware of flooding on both roads from Chalton. When recced on 14th February roads were running in water. It was passable but very slowly. Might be wise to use alternative route if rain continues all week.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 77280 13636
Nearest postcode:
PO18 9EW
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park in lay-by on B2146 or near crossroads. Additional car parking available in main street above the Victoria Inn alongside the wall.

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