Walks of interest
An invigorating downland walk, with a splendid view of the iconic Needles, a 19th-century fort, a Cold War rocket test site and a monument to a Victorian poet laureate.
This 7 mile (11km) figure-of-eight walk can be split into two shorter walks of 3 and 4 miles (4.5 and 7.5km).
Points of view : Headon Warren walk
Head on up Headon Warren – a breathtaking walk with splendid views of the mainland, and a Bronze Age burial mound. This walk can be shortened to 3 miles (4.8km) by missing out Alum Bay.
OS Maps: Landranger 196, Explorer OL29
Medina Estuary – a circular dog friendly walk
This 9 mile, mostly flat walk, stretches the length of the navigable Medina River, which has West Cowes and East Cowes at its mouth and Newport at its first bridging point.
The walk from West Cowes to Newport follows the former railway line route, along the edge of the river, and has picturesque views across the Medina.
The route from Newport to East Cowes follows the river as far as The Folly Inn at Whippingham, but then heads inland and along roads to finish at East Cowes.
You can then take the floating bridge or a boat to West Cowes to return the point at which you started.
Please note that many parts of this route are also cycle paths.
Mottistone meander: A moderate climb to the common – 3.9 miles (6.2 km)
Visit an ancient monument and enjoy fine views over the Mottistone estate to the sea.
Borthwood Copse walk
This short atmospheric walk in a secluded part of the Island takes you through woods that are home to an Isle of Wight speciality: the red squirrel.
It is a particularly beautiful place to be when the trees take on their autumn colours.
In spring the woodland floor is carpeted with bluebells.
Ventnor time travel
A heritage trail around the town of Ventnor including a secret bunker, a former TB hospital and find out about smugglers.
Exploring St Helens Duver
A short but varied coastal walk exploring St Helens Duver, a sandy spit of land on the eastern tip of the Island, rich in wildlife and history.
The area once housed one of the oldest golf links in the country, boasting visiting royalty and film stars.
It is a haven for wildlife, and the only place to find sand dunes on the island, The Duver also boasts beach huts made from old railway carriages.