Walk 3499 - West Compton & North Wootton from Pilton - Somerset

Walk 3499 - West Compton & North Wootton from Pilton

County/Area	Somerset
Author	Anthony Maries
Length	7.5 miles / 12.2 km
Ascent	750 feet / 227 metres
Grade	easy/moderate

This Somerset walk explores the southern fringe of the Mendip Hills near Pilton visiting the villages of West Compton and North Wootton. Pilton village is very well worth exploring, with many fine old buildings and a magnificent 13th century tithe barn, now restored with money contributed by Glastonbury Festival, which takes places nearby.

Suggested Maps

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	OS Explorer	Sheet 142
	OS Landranger	Sheet 183

Note : If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps.

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Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further.

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