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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · South East England

Compton Place

In or near Winchester.

Free admission

Compton Place — a archaeological in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Footbridge west of Compton Lock - geograph.org.uk - 396979

Jim Champion — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Shawford · 0.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Compton Place is a archaeological located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2023

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Test SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Itchen - 2000227 SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Compton Place is an archaeological site located in South-East England. It is noted for its historical significance and the insights it provides into past civilisations. The site holds various artefacts and remains that contribute to the understanding of the region's heritage.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.0276, -1.3243
County
Hampshire
District
Winchester
Parish
Compton and Shawford
Postcode
SO21 2BL
Parliamentary constituency
Winchester
Nearest railway station
Shawford0.7 km
Opening
24/7

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Compton Place?
Compton Place is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SO21 2BL), in the parish of Compton and Shawford.
What is Compton Place?
Compton Place — a archaeological in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Compton Place?
The nearest railway station is Shawford, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode SO21 2BL.
Is Compton Place a protected site?
Yes — Compton Place is part of the River Test SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Itchen - 2000227 SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Compton Place free to visit?
Yes, Compton Place is free to enter.
How do I get to Compton Place?
The nearest railway station is Shawford, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SO21 2BL.