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South East England

South Pond, Midhurst – View of Cowdray Ruins loop from Midhurst

Hiking trails & Routes

South East England

South Pond, Midhurst – View of Cowdray Ruins loop from Midhurst

Hard

4.5

(2)

9

hikers

South Pond, Midhurst – View of Cowdray Ruins loop from Midhurst

02:01

7.61km

70m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.91 km for 92 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

110 m

Dante Statue by South Pond

Highlight • Monument

Good breakfast and lunch sunny court yard outside the church. Excellent biker stop.

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2

118 m

Gatton's Coffee House

Highlight • Cafe

Cyclist friendly with seating outside, lots for vegans and veggies to choose from!

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3

235 m

South Pond, Midhurst

Highlight • Lake

South pond is a historic and scenic pond in Midhurst, West Sussex, England. It is fed by two streams that were once the boundaries of Saxon settlements, and it forms the division between the oldest part of Midhurst and West Lavington. The pond was created in the mid-1100s by one of the medieval lords of Midhurst, who dammed the streams to make a breeding pool for fish. The pond has been used for various purposes over the centuries, such as milling, fulling, leather production, and entertainment.
The pond is now a nature reserve and a popular spot for walking, fishing, and birdwatching. It is part of the South Downs National Park and has a rich biodiversity of plants and animals. The pond is also home to the South Pond Group, a voluntary community group that works to care for and improve the pond and its surroundings. The group organizes regular events, activities, and projects to engage the public and enhance the pond’s beauty and value.

Tip by

4

497 m

Midhurst Castle

Highlight • Castle

5

1.71 km

Costers Brook House, West Lavington

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Very pretty dream location.

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6

3.66 km

Disused Railway Line Through Heyshott Common

Highlight • Trail

Not marked as a public right of way on OS, this looks like an excellent and well used track.

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7

7.14 km

View of Cowdray Ruins

Highlight • Castle

B

7.61 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.29 km

821 m

206 m

147 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.17 km

961 m

821 m

417 m

239 m

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