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Compton Down

Compton Down is a viewpoint in Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight.

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Compton Down: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Compton Down

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Compton Down — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 50.67000, -1.48000. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    How is the weather and view today?

    No visitor has reported the weather & road status for Compton Down yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Compton Down?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Compton Down?

    Nearby: Afton Down (park, 2 km), All Saint's Church (fort, 3 km), Golden Hill Fort (fort, 5 km), Yarmouth Castle (fort, 5 km), Tennyson Down (viewpoint, 5 km), Fort Albert (fort, 6 km).

    Is Compton Down worth visiting?

    Compton Down is listed as a notable viewpoint in Isle of Wight on Spotwander.