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View across Ventnor DownsPhoto: Amy Summers, Visit Isle of Wight
One of the most stunning viewpoints across the Island and English Channel with a full 360 view from Portsmouth to The Needles.
Wander across the scenic Ventnor Downs, where you will stumble across beautiful views and possibly a herd of the National Trust’s goats! At the highest point, you are 787ft (240m) above sea level and the chalky downland cliffs are the perfect place to spot the rare Adonis blue butterfly, which flies from late spring until late summer.
Take a circular route following the many signs and you’ll end up back at the car park which was once home to a radar station which was built in 1937 and played an important role in the Battle of Britain, tracking enemy aircraft. Head into Ventnor for a bite to eat at The Spyglass Inn, where the views out over the English Channel will be worth the walk alone.
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A great dog walking spot, which can be fog covered on occasion.
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Roadbook
1. Take the footpath down the side of the old radar station then turn left at the bottom of the hill.
2. Follow the path under the cliff then take the 1st left to begin ascending back up the down.
3. Take the 2nd left and carry along the footpath until you return to the start.
Public transport
Bus routes 3 and 6 service this route to and from Newport every 30 minutes. Alight at Upper Ventnor then walk up the downs road to the start point.
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