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From Brighstone to Niton
Visorando Member
8.52 mi
+627 ft
-377 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Brighstone (Isle of Wight)
Most of this walk overlooks the sea (Brighstone Bay) and is exhilarating. Don't miss Whale Chine, which reveals a narrow but deep, dark gorge. The end of the walk overlooks St Catherine's Point.
This is the third of a series of 6 walks that will take you around the Isle of Wight from west to east on the Coastal Path.
From The Sun Inn
Association / Club / Walk leader4.12 mi
+433 ft
-404 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Brighstone (Isle of Wight)
Easy and lovely pub walk from The Sun Inn passing through fields and along the coast.
Chessell Pottery to The Sun Inn
2.18 mi
+325 ft
-371 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Calbourne (Isle of Wight)
This is a pleasant stroll along some of the more unfamiliar parts of the island, with fine views towards the sea as you come down from Mottistone Down.
Around Calbourne
2.04 mi
+69 ft
-75 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Calbourne (Isle of Wight)
A short pub walk across open countryside and through the iconic village of Winkle Street.
Shorwell
4.54 mi
+338 ft
-335 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Shorwell (Isle of Wight)
A walk along bridleways, a ridgeway and open countryside.
Northern Coastal Cliffs
5.29 mi
+249 ft
-262 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Shalfleet (Isle of Wight)
A walk through woodland and to a creek and on along the coast.
Solent Coast
6.99 mi
+272 ft
-302 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Shalfleet (Isle of Wight)
A coastal walk overlooking Newtown estuary and the Solent.
Around Shalfleet and Newbridge
4.77 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Shalfleet (Isle of Wight)
A walk alongside a river, an estuary at a National Nature Reserve, farmland and a wood
From Freshwater Bay to Brighstone
6.72 mi
+525 ft
-433 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Freshwater (Isle of Wight)
Walk in the wildest part of the Isle of Wight from Freshwater Bay and its exotic rocks to the little village of Brighstone. Witness the cliff change from chalk to clay and sandstone.
This is the second of a series of 6 walks that will take you around the Isle of Wight from west to east on the Coastal Path.
The Needles & Tennyson's Monument from Freshwater Bay
6.34 mi
+909 ft
-873 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Freshwater (Isle of Wight)
The chalk downs at the western end of the Isle of Wight offer some excellent walking. This route starts from Freshwater Bay and visits the Tennyson Monument before continuing to the Needles at the Far end of the island. The route also offers a good view of Alum Bay and on the final descent a grand panorama looking east along the coast to St Catherine's Point.
Around the Isle of Wight: Yarmouth to Ryde
48.17 mi
+3,694 ft
-3,602 ft
6 days
Moderate
Departure from Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)
Walking on the Coastal Path from Yarmouth to Ryde, enjoy the diversity of the Isle of Wight's landscapes, including the famous Needles, St Catherine's Bay, Tennyson's Monument, and the seaside towns of Shanklin and Sandown. Passing through numerous chines, you will discover the beauty of the Isle of Wight.
The Needles
9.88 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,161 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)
From Yarmouth to Freshwater Bay, enjoy the diversity of the Isle of Wight's landscapes, including the famous Needles from all angles and Tennyson's Monument.
This is the first of a series of 6 walks that will take you around the Isle of Wight from west to east on the Coastal Path.
Birchmore Experience
2.89 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Rookley (Isle of Wight)
Walk from Rookley Post office back to Rookley Main Road via Birchmore Lane. The Walk on the map actually starts and returns to Oakdene.
The Needles & Tennyson's Monument from Nodewell Farm
3.66 mi
+571 ft
-574 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Totland (Isle of Wight)
This walk explores the far west of the Isle of Wight. The route climbs to the Tennyson's Monument set high on Tennyson Down before walking to the viewpoint overlooking the Needles. In addition you get fine views of Alum Bay.
The wilderness walkabout
2.59 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Rookley (Isle of Wight)
Mostly on bridleways with some long but gentle gradients.
The Chillerton Challange
8.16 mi
+758 ft
-755 ft
4h 25
Easy
Departure from Rookley (Isle of Wight)
This recommended walk of about 9 miles will take you over the river Medina, up and over Ramsdown to Chillerton village. Then north to Gatcombe to start the climb onto Newbarn Down and Chillerton Down with panoramic views across the island. Passing close to the TV mast you descend through the old marl pits and return via the water meadows of the wilderness.
The Chequers Circular
3.40 mi
+233 ft
-253 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Rookley (Isle of Wight)
Great walk around the Chequers Inn where you can stop for refreshment after the effort.
Curios Carisbrooke
5.17 mi
+282 ft
-269 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Newport (Isle of Wight)
Starting in the heart of Newport, you'll soon emerge into the countryside surrounding the town, crossing open fields on the approach to Carisbrooke Castle.
Newport and the River Medina
5.21 mi
+197 ft
-220 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Newport (Isle of Wight)
A walk starting in Newport, along a new riverside path, by a marina and then through woods and open countryside before returning to the urban setting.
Around Niton and Whitwell
3.91 mi
+459 ft
-472 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Niton and Whitwell (Isle of Wight)
A walk over the downs and through woodland around Niton and Whitwell.
White Lion to the Buddle Inn
2.83 mi
+269 ft
-374 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Niton and Whitwell (Isle of Wight)
A lovely coastal walk from White Lion to the Buddle Inn.
Buddle Inn to White Lion in Niton
1.53 mi
+171 ft
-62 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Niton and Whitwell (Isle of Wight)
Heard of the Niton tunnels ? Although the two pubs are easily walkable by road, two more suggestions as follows.
From Niton to Shanklin
8.18 mi
+705 ft
-856 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Niton and Whitwell (Isle of Wight)
This walk shows a variety of landscapes from the top of the cliffs, down on the promenades, in the countryside and on the town seafronts.
This is the fourth of a series of 6 walks that will take you around the Isle of Wight from west to east on the Coastal Path.
From the White Horse
4.18 mi
+489 ft
-489 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Niton and Whitwell (Isle of Wight)
A great pub walk from the White Horse in Whitwell.
Around Arreton
3.24 mi
+105 ft
-125 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Arreton (Isle of Wight)
A walk across farmland and by historic Haseley Manor, one of the oldest houses on the Island.
Keyhaven Marshes
2.98 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Lymington and Pennington (Hampshire)
Explore one of the premier birdwatching sites on the south coast, on easy, surfaced paths.
Keyhaven Marshes
National Park3.55 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Milford-on-Sea (Hampshire)
Walk via the Solent Way through a nature reserve rich in wildlife. Along the route there are views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight and the Needles and opportunities to watch the ever-changing bird life of Keyhaven Marshes. The path then cuts inland to follow an ancient highway behind the reserve before returning to Keyhaven.
Normandy and Pennington Marshes with Keyhaven Marshes extension
7.86 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lymington and Pennington (Hampshire)
Saunter on level, well-maintained paths around the creeks and saltmarshes of the Solent with views to Hurst Castle and the Isle of Wight. Includes directions to Lymington town centre. Explore one of the premier birdwatching sites on the south coast, on easy, surfaced paths.
Normandy and Pennington Marshes
5.75 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lymington and Pennington (Hampshire)
Saunter on level, well-maintained paths around the creeks and saltmarshes of the Solent with views to Hurst Castle and the Isle of Wight. Includes directions to Lymington town centre.
Waterside Whippingham
4.21 mi
+49 ft
-171 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Whippingham (Isle of Wight)
This is a linear walk from Whippingham to Newport county town of the Isle of Wight. The return journey to Whippingham can be made on the number 5 bus which leaves from the bus station in Newport. The walk explores St. Mildred's Church at Whippingham and then follows the River Medina south to Newport.
Around Cowes
2.91 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Cowes (Isle of Wight)
A town walk, looking at some of the interesting architectural and historical features.
Lymington Reedbed and the Burrard Monument
3.00 mi
+75 ft
-79 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
Stroll along the bird-rich Lymington River, returning via a monument to a local naval hero.
Solent Foreshore
6.66 mi
+89 ft
-92 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
A rewarding walk using a superb but little-known permissive path along an attractive stretch of the Solent foreshore, returning via parkland and a former WW2 airstrip.
Beaulieu Heath and Hatchet Pond
9.35 mi
+144 ft
-144 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
A comprehensive exploration of a classic area of the New Forest, including open heathland, wildlife-rich woodland, and the Forest's largest area of open water.
Boldre village
4.30 mi
+210 ft
-217 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
A peaceful and varied walk through country lanes, farmland and an ancient woodland nature reserve. Beginning in the pretty village of Boldre, this is a peaceful and varied walk through country lanes, farmland and an ancient woodland nature reserve. The route is dotted with traditional Forest properties and visits St John the Baptist Church, which has a fascinating literary connection with the village. The walk returns alongside the meandering Lymington River to Boldre Bridge.
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