チャレでの 周辺の簡単なハイキングとウォーキング

Here on the A3055 Blackgang Road, just east of St. Catherines Point, is a car park and viewpoint. There is ample parking and a few benches there. You have fine coastal views too, especially to the northwest towards The Needles. You might find an ice cream van there too in the summer months.

The church originally dates from the 11th century in Norman times but was rebuilt during the Victorian Restoration. The celtic cross outside is from the 19th century and close by you will find the grave of Edward Edwards who helped establish public libraries.

Known locally as the Pepperpot, St Catherine's Oratory is a medieval lighthouse. You can go into the tower during daylight hours and is cared for by The English Heritage.

From this vantage point you have an uninterrupted view of St Catherine's Lighthouse and just to the west is Knowles Farm. A light started burning here in 1323 but the lighthouse was not built until 1838. As the original light emanated from a chapel, after the reformation this was no longer funded which led to a 300 year break in warning seafarers about this dangerous stretch of coastline.

Take a moment to enjoy the peace and tranquility at St John the Baptist Church. Outside, the 19th century celtic cross is very impressive, while inside the font dates back to Norman times.

The gradual gradient up to here from Niton is worth it for these countryside views.

Parking lot behind the restaurant (access from Military Road)

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Beautiful views, one of the nicest on the IOW