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Things to see in Compton (United Kingdom): 72 places and when to go
Compton is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 72 places in and around it, mainly Nature (34), Wildlife (22), History (11). The best known are Watts Gallery, Farnham Castle and St Michael's Abbey, Farnborough. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 51.2214, -0.6289
- Places
- 72 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (34) · Wildlife (22) · History (11) · Temples (11) · Mountains (9) · Museums and art (8)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- LHR London, 30 km as the crow flies
What to see in Compton
The places in and around Compton, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Watts GalleryArt gallery in Compton, United Kingdom4 m
- Farnham CastleGrade I listed historic house museum in Farnham, Surrey, England, UK12 km
- St Michael's Abbey, FarnboroughAbbey in Hampshire, England12 km
- Waverley AbbeyCistercian abbey in Surrey, England, UK9.4 km
- Aldershot ObservatoryGrade II listed refracting telescope in Aldershot, United Kingdom10 km
- Mubarak Mosque, TilfordMosque in Islamabad, Tilford9.2 km
- Bourne WoodArea of predominantly coniferous woodland just south of Farnham, Surrey, England11 km
- Clandon Park HouseCountry house and museum in Surrey, England, UK9.1 km
- Gibbet Hill, HindheadHill near Hindhead, in Surrey, England, UK13 km
- St Joseph's Church, AldershotGrade II listed Catholic church in Rushmoor, Hampshire, England, UK10 km
- Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington, AldershotStatue in Aldershot, Hampshire, England, UK11 km
- Farnborough Air Sciences TrustAviation museum in Hampshire, England, United Kingdom11 km
- Haslemere Educational MuseumGeology, natural and human history museum, United Kingdom16 km
- Hog's BackRidge in Surrey, England, UK1.1 km
- Mother Ludlam's CaveCave in Farnham, Surrey, UK9.0 km
- Winkworth ArboretumArboretum in Surrey, England7.2 km
- St Catherine's Hill, SurreySandstone hill in Surrey, England3.5 km
- St Teresa of Avila Church, ChiddingfoldChurch in United Kingdom12 km
- Watts Cemetery ChapelGothic Revival chapel and mortuary in Compton, Surrey, England, UK461 m
- Aldershot Military MuseumMilitary museum in South East England10 km
- Ancells FarmUK nature reserve16 km
- Christ Church, Shamley GreenChurch building in Wonersh, Waverley, Surrey, England, UK8.7 km
- St Peter's Church, HascombeChurch in Hascombe, Surrey, England, UK9.3 km
- Crooksbury HillPark8.2 km
And the other 48, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Cucknell's Wood, Fox Corner Wildlife Area, Frensham Common, Frith Hill, Hankley Common, Hydon's Ball, Littlefield Common, Pewley Hill, St Martha's Hill, Devil's Jumps, Churt, The Flashes, Thundry Meadows, Thursley Common, Whitmoor Common, Witley Common, Ash Green Meadows, Bagmoor Common, Chilworth Gunpowder Works, Lakeside Park, Lammas Lands, Rowhill Nature Reserve, Runfold Ridge, Tice's Meadow, Watchmoor Nature Reserve, Weybourne Nature Reserve
- Museums and art: Dapdune Wharf, Museum of Farnham, Royal Army Physical Training Corps Museum, Rural Life Living Museum, Tilford
- With kids: Guildford Lido
- Temples: Meadrow Unitarian Chapel, St Peter's Church, Old Woking
- History: Moor Park, Farnham, Royal Garrison Church, Aldershot, St Augustine's Abbey, Chilworth, Building Q121 At Former Royal Aircraft Establishment Site, Building R133 At Former Royal Aircraft Establishment, Portable Airship Hangar (Formerly Buildings R51 And Q65)
- Architecture: Shalford Mill
- Hiking: Basingstoke Canal, North Downs Way (Western)
- Food and drink: Chaos Brew Co., Hog's Back Brewery, Silent Pool, The Crafty Brewing Company, The Village Spirit Collective, Tilford Brewery, Tillingbourne Brewery
When to go to Compton
The best time to visit Compton is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:08
- FebPossible9:43
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:35
- MayBest time15:20
- JunBest time16:19
- JulBest time15:55
- AugBest time14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:23
- NovBetter not8:35
- DecPossible7:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. In April, 72 of the 72 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Compton
The nearest main airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR, London), 30 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Compton?
The best known: Watts Gallery, Farnham Castle, St Michael's Abbey, Farnborough, Waverley Abbey, Aldershot Observatory. In all, 72 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Compton?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40.
How do you get to Compton?
The nearest main airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 30 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Compton as the destination and these 72 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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