A circular walk from the ancient millponds to Marley Common. See beech trees, vibrant heath grazed by belted Galloway, heathland birds & insects. Descend into a sweet chestnut coppice & up to a butterfly rich meadow. 1 steep incline & loose surfaces.
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51.07, -0.74 · rel 19550095
51.07, -0.74 · rel 19550095
Shottermill to Marley Common and Cognor Wood walk, Black Down
6,9 km from Mill Tavern, Liphook Road, Shottermill, GU27 3QE to Mill Tavern, Liphook Road, Shottermill, GU27 3QE .
Mill Tavern, Liphook Road, Shottermill, GU27 3QE
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Mill Tavern, Liphook Road, Shottermill, GU27 3QE
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6,9km
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moderate
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easy
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linear
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07 · Before you go
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Shottermill to Marley Common and Cognor Wood walk, Black Down is 6.9 km long.
At an average walking pace, Shottermill to Marley Common and Cognor Wood walk, Black Down takes approximately 1h 43min to complete.
No, Shottermill to Marley Common and Cognor Wood walk, Black Down is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Mill Tavern, Liphook Road, Shottermill, GU27 3QE to Mill Tavern, Liphook Road, Shottermill, GU27 3QE. Plan ahead for return transport.
Shottermill to Marley Common and Cognor Wood walk, Black Down starts at Mill Tavern, Liphook Road, Shottermill, GU27 3QE.
Shottermill to Marley Common and Cognor Wood walk, Black Down is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Shottermill to Marley Common and Cognor Wood walk, Black Down is maintained and managed by National Trust.