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St Andrew's Church, Owslebury – Shawford Down War Memorials loop from Colden Common

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St Andrew's Church, Owslebury – Shawford Down War Memorials loop from Colden Common

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St Andrew's Church, Owslebury – Shawford Down War Memorials loop from Colden Common

04:12

15.7km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.08 km

Colden Common Wood

Forest

2.92 km

Horsham Copse

Forest

3.63 km

This picturesque church sits in the village of Owslebury and has done since the 14th century. On the western edge of the South Downs National Park, the surroundings are as tranquil and pretty as you might expect and there are numerous footpaths in the area including the Hampshire Millennium Pilgrim's Trail, which passes right through the churchyard.

Notable features of the church include a 400-year-old bell still in use and a set of stained glass windows, which inspired Van Gogh.

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9.74 km

Compton Lock — wild swimming spot

Highlight • Natural Monument

Bring your toqel and swimsuit

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10.5 km

The Bridge Pub, Shawford

Highlight • Rest Area

This pub has a big garden and we stopped there many times for a break during a long walk through the surrounding countryside. Food and drinks all great.

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10.8 km

Shawford Down War Memorials

Highlight • Monument

Shawford Down is a chalk downland that is rich in flora and fauna. It is also an important example of early strip cultivation and demonstrates medieval ploughing techniques. There are two world war memorials on the down.

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12.7 km

Wooden Benches in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

13.4 km

Flooded Footpath in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Trail

05.11.23 flooded and we had to turn back. You’d be ok with wellies!

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15.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.07 km

5.00 km

2.73 km

851 m

809 m

194 m

Surfaces

6.37 km

3.17 km

2.96 km

1.42 km

1.06 km

674 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Saturday 11 July

31°C

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St Andrew's Church, Owslebury – Shawford Down War Memorials loop from Colden Common

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