Guildford to Compton, circular walk

# North Downs to Compton from Portsmouth Road Car Park, Guildford, by George Abbot Pub, circular walk

A varied walk from Guildford town centre into the North Downs countryside returning via the edge of Loseley Park estate.

## At a glance

• Date and Time: Sunday 20th September 2026, meet at 0845 for a prompt 9:00 start.

• Start and finish: We will meet at Portsmouth Road Car Park, Guildford, by George Abbot Pub.

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• Route: River Wey, North Downs Way, Compton and Watts Gallery; return via Littleton.

• Duration: Around 4–5 hours, including a short stop at Watts Gallery

• Distance: Approximately 8 miles / 12.5 km

• Cost: £12.50

• Booking : In partnership with DG Outdoors, use link: Guildford to Compton Circular Hike | TryBooking United Kingdom

## Trail Notes & Tips

• Difficulty: Moderate; field paths, lanes and woodland tracks, with mud possible after rain.
• Refreshments: Watts Gallery Tea Shop
• Dogs welcome. Please bring a short lead for road crossings.

## Historical highlights along the route

Highlights: Highlights include the historic River Wey navigation, Compton village, Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village, Watts Cemetery Chapel, and the North Downs Way / Pilgrims’ Way corridor.

## Ready to join us? Bring your walking boots, water and a sense of adventure, and meet us at Portsmouth Road Car Park, beside the George Abbot pub, for a prompt 9:00 start. We’ll follow the River Wey and North Downs Way to Compton and Watts Gallery before returning via Littleton.