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Hiking Trail recommended route Hiking Trail  · South East England

Newport Circular: Carisbrooke & Castles Walk

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    Enjoy a gentle loop from Newport through Carisbrooke, past historic castles and churches in the Isle of Wight National Landscape.

    easy
    Distance 5.8 km
    1:30 h
    69 m
    69 m
    83 m
    14 m

    This easy hiking loop starts and ends in Newport, winding through the picturesque Isle of Wight National Landscape. The route leads you along a blend of asphalt, paths, and forested trails, with gentle elevation gains up to 83 meters. As you approach Carisbrooke, take in the sight of the impressive Carisbrooke Castle and the nearby Church of St Nicholas in Castro. The trail continues past St Mary's and the Church of St John the Baptist, offering pleasant rural scenery and a taste of local heritage.

    The mostly gentle gradients and well-maintained paths make this route accessible for all, perfect for a relaxing walk with cultural highlights. Enjoy a peaceful escape into history and nature before looping back to Newport.

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    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    83 m
    Lowest point
    14 m

    Track types

    Asphalt 25.29%Dirt road 3.62%Forested/wild trail 9.70%Path 33.71%Road 20.47%Unknown 7.18%
    Asphalt
    1.5 km
    Dirt road
    210 m
    Forested/wild trail
    564 m
    Path
    2 km
    Road
    1.2 km
    Unknown
    417 m
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    Public transport

    Reach Newport easily by bus from other parts of the Isle of Wight. Newport serves as a central transport hub in South East England.

    Directions

    From mainland England, take the ferry to the Isle of Wight and follow signs to Newport in South East England. The starting point is near central Newport.

    Parking

    Parking is available in or near Newport. Begin your walk from the vicinity of the town centre for convenient access.

    Coordinates

    OS Grid
    SZ 49468 88748
    DD
    50.696288, -1.300959
    DMS
    50°41'46.6"N 1°18'03.5"W
    UTM
    30U 619994 5617428
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    Equipment

    Sturdy footwear, weather-appropriate layered clothing, sun protection, rain jacket, food and water supplies, first aid kit, mobile phone, map.


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    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    5.8 km
    Duration
    1:30 h
    Ascent
    69 m
    Descent
    69 m
    Highest point
    83 m
    Lowest point
    14 m
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