XX 19 downstream where there are stepping stones and a weir below Stedham Mill. 5 mins, 50.9977, -0.7718 h1 9 MIDHURST, R ROTHER Sandy Bay is the traditional place for a paddle and dip, in front of the wonderful Cowdray ruins. Or for much deeper swimming explore upstream. From main car park in Midhurst (GU29 9DJ) ,, walk to ruins. Swim spot is 100m upstream from the bridge. To explore the deep and secret wooded river upstream head NE out of Midhurst, L at roundabout signed Fernhurst and Haslemere and take the footpath by the medical centre after 50m (GU29 9AW) 10 mins, 50.9890, -0.7329 q7
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10 HORN MILL HAMMER POND, CHITHURST Lost in the woods, a wild old pond, part of Chithurst Buddhist Monastery, who follow the Thai forest tradition of living secluded in the forest. Be peaceful and quiet. Signed Chithurst off A272, 3 miles W of ,, Midhurst. Pass the monastery (GU31 5EU), follow orad to R and after 300m find footpath up to lake (200m). Or continue R instead for easier entry to L behind cabin after 400m. 5 mins, 51.0062, -0.7943 h3v1
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11 UPPER POND, PETWORTH PARK Beautiful, graceful lake with views of National Trust parkland. Be discreet. Main car park is at GU28 9NL at N end of ,, the village (A283). Head SW across the park for 300m. Also via S gatehouse, off A272 to Midhurst. 10 mins, 50.9902, -0.6182 3U
ancient & sacred 12 THE SHEPHERD’S CHURCH, DIDLING Tiny medieval church that has changed little over the centuries. Lit entirely by candles, as there is no electricity. An ancient yew tree stands in the churchyard. On the northern slope of Didling Hill. ,, Signposted at triangle (GU29 0LG) S of Didling, go 200m S then along a short track L at bend. Very limited parking. 1 min, 50.9564, -0.8123 3h8 13 RACTON FOLLY Abandoned ruins of a late 18th-century folly, said to be haunted, with sweeping views down to Chichester Harbour. It is privately owned, but is clearly visible from the bridleway.