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Freshwater Bay Promenade

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Freshwater Bay Promenade

Recommended by 111 hikers out of 112

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Isle of Wight National Landscape

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    1. Tennyson Down & The Needles loop from Freshwater

    13.6km

    03:46

    230m

    230m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Intermediate

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Intermediate

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    March 31, 2020

    Surrounded by white chalk cliffs, Freshwater Bay is one of the prettiest beaches in West Wight and is a perfect spot for recreation and relaxation. On the beach, you find a mixture of flint and chalk pebbles, which create a unique sound when the waves crash on the shore. Smugglers once used the caves around the bottom of the chalk cliffs that are exposed at low tide. It is possible to explore these but it is advisable to do so with a local guide as you can get stranded when waters rise.

      April 30, 2019

      Lots of benches, as well as a reasonably long stony beach around the rim of the bay; an ideal place for a break (especially if you're about to face the seemingly-never-ending Tennyson and West High Downs). On a windy day, the waves are spectacular here.

        March 30, 2022

        From Freshwater Bay, the Costal Path leads high above the sea to the island's landmark: The Needles.
        A must for every island visitor.
        If you don't want to/can't walk, you can hop on one of the many buses.

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