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Petworth

Petworth Deer Park – View of Upper Pond loop from Upperton

Moderate

5.0

(4)

63

hikers

Petworth Deer Park – View of Upper Pond loop from Upperton

02:24

8.76km

140m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

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1

1.47 km

Folly Tower, South Downs National Park

Highlight • Historical Site

You will find this quaint little castle off the beaten track at the top of the park. It is occupied, so don't stray too close.

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2

2.31 km

Petworth Deer Park

Highlight • Forest

Petworth Deer Park is a stunning country parkland that boasts ancient oak trees, scenic ponds, stunning architecture and, of course, a magnificent herd of fallow deer that has roamed the …

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2.92 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

4

3.69 km

Upper Pond is a picturesque stretch of water that’s surrounded by lush parkland and ancient oaks. From this spot, you get a view of Petworth House across the water.

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5

5.41 km

Petworth House and Park

Highlight • Natural

Petworth is a village that plays host to the 17th-century stately home Petworth House and its magnificent deer park. The famous landscape architect Lancelot 'Capability' Brown designed the grounds.

Whilst …

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6

5.45 km

The Hungry Guest Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great selection of savoury & Cakes. Stools and seats inside to overlook bikes left outside

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7

6.01 km

Tunnel under the gardens not the deer park (gates locked at 8pm BST and 6PM GMT)

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8

6.48 km

View of Upper Pond

Highlight • Lake

The views over the water of Upper Pond are beautiful. Such a stunning place to stop for a while and take stock of your surroundings.

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9

6.95 km

Beautiful open parkland with lakes to wander round. Ideal for a picnic

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8.76 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.45 km

2.29 km

1.22 km

446 m

254 m

109 m

Surfaces

4.16 km

2.42 km

795 m

758 m

383 m

251 m

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Highest point (120 m)

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Sunday 30 August

23°C

13°C

59 %

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