Best Compton Castle Walks |
| Walk 1 (2.3 miles) | Walk 2 (5.7 miles) | ||
| Long Burrow Windmill | Marldon |
Originally built in the 14th century, the castle served as a fortified manor to protect the local area.
The castle includes features typical of medieval fortifications, such as battlements, thick stone walls, and narrow windows for defense.
 | 14th century Compton Castle |
 | Best Devon National Trust Walks |
 | Car Park near castle - free to members of National Trust |
 | TQ3 1TA |
FAQs
How difficult are the walks?
Both walks are quite strenuous but very rewarding
Where can I park To start a walk In Compton-castle?
There is a Car Park near the castle.
Are there any pubs Or cafés nearby or en route?
Walk 2 makes a good pub walk with the Church House Inn at Marldon.
Is the walk suitable for wet weather?
Both walks offer little protection against rain and benefit from a sunny day.
Can I download the Compton-castle walking routes To my GPS?
Yes. The routes have downloadable GPX files for compatible GPS devices And mobile navigation applications, as well as FIT files for compatible sports watches.
Where can I find out more about GSX or FIT files?
Check out this link.
Walk 1 Long Burrow Windmill (2.3 miles)
Difficulty:
Quite a strenuous but rewarding walk with extensive views to an old windmill now restored as a holiday cottage.
It starts with steepish climb on a bridle path to the mill then descends steadily via a track called Windmill Lane and returns following lanes.
There are no pubs en route.
 | Some stretches along country lanes are subject to heavy traffic. |
Download Route
| Download GPX | Mobile or GPS | |
| Download FIT | Watches |
Walk 2 Marldon (5.7 miles)
Difficulty:
A long but rewarding pub hike to Marldon through a medieval & unspoilt part of Devon with extensive views and a scenic landscape.
 | Church House Inn,Marldon |
The walk follows public footpaths, tracks and generally quiet lanes, but see caution below.
| The lane through Compton is subject to heavy traffic. |
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| Download GPX | Mobile or GPS | |
| Download FIT | Watches |
| Walks near Compton Castle | |||
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| Marldon | Gallows Gate | Cockington | |
