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About Compton Valence

Compton Valence is a small Dorset village tucked into the countryside northwest of Dorchester. Reach it via the A35 from Dorchester, then minor roads through the valley, or approach from the north using the A37 from Yeovil. The village makes an excellent base for exploring the network of narrow lanes connecting Dorset's hidden settlements, with about 40 EV charging points available in the wider area. The parish church houses a rare 15th-century stone pulpit, one of only a few medieval examples surviving in the county.

Where is Compton Valence on the map?

Compton Valence is in England, at 50.737, -2.577 - about 13 km south of Batcombe.

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9 chargers

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Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Compton Valence. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.

Pub Crawl Golf: Compton Valence9 holes, one ball

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What is the closest airport to Compton Valence?

The closest airport to Compton Valence is Bournemouth Airport, 65 km (about 1 h 1 min by car). Other airports nearby: Exeter International Airport.

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