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Limerstone Down Viewpoint – Baghdad Trail loop from Shorwell

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Limerstone Down Viewpoint – Baghdad Trail loop from Shorwell

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Limerstone Down Viewpoint – Baghdad Trail loop from Shorwell

03:05

26.4km

420m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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Isle of Wight National Landscape

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2.37 km

Limerstone Down Viewpoint

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Great views over the south-western quarter of the Island, with a helpful orientation table.

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2.69 km

Worsley Trail Near Limerstone Down

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This short section of the Worsley Trail has lots of small mounds which make for fun riding.

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3.31 km

Baghdad Trail

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Flowing so well at the moment, felt way faster and covered in lumps all ready for you to pump into and gain speed. Lots of fun - just turn left …

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6.54 km

View of Tennyson Down and Highdown Cliffs

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It's absolutely worth pausing a moment to appreciate the stunning view to Tennyson Down and Highdown Cliffs. The cliffs peak out over the top of the rolling downland creating a really unique sight.

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7.77 km

Five Barrows Trig Point and Ancient Burial Site

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There are superb views of the south coast of the Isle of Wight from high up here at the Trig Point known as Five Barrows. Look carefully around and you …

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13.0 km

View of the White Cliffs from Military Road

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

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15.4 km

View of Compton Bay

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Ice cream van with a view. If you are passing this car park it’s worth stopping for an ice cream to admire the view for a while.

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25.6 km

Wolverton Manor

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The bridleway goes right next to the short driveway up to Wolverton Manor. The ancient moat which dates back to the original building on this site can still be seen …

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26.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.6 km

4.54 km

4.42 km

3.67 km

1.14 km

1.03 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.9 km

7.24 km

5.53 km

455 m

233 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

30°C

17°C

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Limerstone Down Viewpoint – Baghdad Trail loop from Shorwell

Limerstone Down Viewpoint

Worsley Trail Near Limerstone Down

Baghdad Trail

View of Tennyson Down and Highdown Cliffs

Five Barrows Trig Point and Ancient Burial Site

View of the White Cliffs from Military Road

View of Compton Bay

Wolverton Manor

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