Isle of Wight Coastal Weekend
Explore the island's varied coastline, from sheltered chines to dramatic chalk cliffs.
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A deep, narrow gorge with a waterfall, heritage lighting and lush ferns leading to the beach.
Morning walk through the illuminated gorge.
Three chalk sea stacks and a striped lighthouse at the island's western tip, with a clifftop chairlift.
Drive across the island for the western viewpoint.
High chalk downland walk from Freshwater Bay to The Needles, with views across the Solent.
Walk back along the ridge from The Needles.
Queen Victoria's Italianate seaside palace with a private beach, Swiss Cottage and terraced gardens.
Royal seaside retreat — leave time for the private beach.
This route visits Osborne House — English Heritage sites.
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