A group of walkers walking between Yarmouth and Brighstone on the Isle of Wight with the coastline in the background

Yarmouth to Brighstone walking route

  • Start location: Ferry terminal, Yarmouth
  • Difficulty: Challenging
  • Walking distance: 14 miles
  • Walk duration: 5 hours
  • Places to buy food & drink
  • Viewing & rest stops on route

This 14 mile walk will reward you with some of the most impressive coastal views in England. Highlights along the way include Alum Bay with its multi-coloured cliffs, the Isle of Wight’s iconic landmark, the Needles, the 33 metre high Needles Lighthouse and the panoramic views from West High and Tennyson Down. The holiday resort of Freshwater Bay is a great spot to refuel and maybe take a dip.

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