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Freshwater Bay Cliffs – Freshwater Bay Promenade loop from Mottistone

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Freshwater Bay Cliffs – Freshwater Bay Promenade loop from Mottistone

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Freshwater Bay Cliffs – Freshwater Bay Promenade loop from Mottistone

05:32

19.7km

400m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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Isle of Wight National Landscape

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Start point

Bus stop

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55 m

Mottistone Manor Gardens

Highlight • Rest Area

National Trust Mottistone Manor, gardens, estate and café.
Seasonal opening times, please check nationaltrust.org.uk/mottistone-gardens-and-estate or call 01983741302

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84 m

St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Mottistone

Highlight • Historical Site

12th century church closely associated with the Mottistone estate (NT). Open daily, a place for prayer and peace. Links with the sea - the roof structure of the choir comes …

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4.57 km

View of Freshwater Cliff and Highdown Cliffs

Highlight • Beach

Great views across Compton Bay to Freshwater Cliff and Highdown Cliffs. You can also see Bournemouth and the "Isle" of Purbeck on a clear day. This car park has seasonal …

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5.30 km

Compton Beach

Beach

7.17 km

View of the White Chalk Cliffs from Military Road

Highlight • Viewpoint

Possibly my favourite road on the Isle of Wight, a footpath traces the Military Road and it is a wonderful place to hike with stunning views. On a sunny day, …

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8.38 km

Freshwater Bay Cliffs

Highlight • Natural Monument

8.73 km

Freshwater Bay Promenade

Highlight • Viewpoint

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 …

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19.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.51 km

4.55 km

2.45 km

1.61 km

1.32 km

245 m

Surfaces

11.9 km

4.00 km

2.65 km

643 m

276 m

227 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

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Tuesday 7 July

28°C

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Freshwater Bay Cliffs – Freshwater Bay Promenade loop from Mottistone

Mottistone Manor Gardens

St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Mottistone

View of Freshwater Cliff and Highdown Cliffs

View of the White Chalk Cliffs from Military Road

Freshwater Bay Cliffs

Freshwater Bay Promenade

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