Pier Head to Creek Head
Walk the tram pier and see the Hovercraft (one of only 2 commercial routes in the world) This walk takes you from Ryde, Binstead Village, Quarr Abbey, Fishbourne Village green (rarely seen) and an optional extended finish to Wootton Creek.
For Island Residents meet up at Ryde Interchange. For those travelling from the mainland met at Ryde Pier Head.
Cost of walk: Free
Walk Leader: Brian Dicks
Length of walk: 4 miles (Approx. 3.5 hours)
Type of Walk: Linear
Walk Start point: Start Location - Ryde Pier Head, Grid Reference for Start - 593936, Postcode of Start Location - PO33 2HF, Bus Route Number for Start - 2,3,4,8,9, Nearest Bus Stop for Start (Name) - Ryde Interchange
Walk Finish point: Location for Finish - Fishbourne Ferrry Terminal, Grid Reference for Finish - 555930, Postcode of Finish Location - PO33 4EU, Nearest Bus Stop for Finish (name) - Fishbourne Lane, Bus Route Number for Finish - 9
Pace of Walk: Moderate
Walk Grade: Fairly Easy Gentle, rolling landscape, walking on paths with good to average surfaces. Some walking on gentle inclines, some stiles or steps to be expected en route.
Mobility: Walkers need to be reasonably agile and mobile. Not suitable for walkers with mobility impairment of any kind
Facilities:
- Toilets along route
- Rest stops
- Takes in coastal scenery and woodlands
- Dogs on leads welcome
- Suitable for pushchairs
- Refreshments available en route
- Family-friendly
Nearest Bus Stop (Start & Finish): Start Location - Ryde Pier Head, Grid Reference for Start - 593936, Postcode of Start Location - PO33 2HF, Bus Route Number for Start - 2,3,4,8,9, Nearest Bus Stop for Start- Ryde Interchange
Location for Finish - Fishbourne Ferrry Terminal, Grid Reference for Finish - 555930, Postcode of Finish Location - PO33 4EU, Nearest Bus Stop for Finish - Fishbourne Lane, Bus Route Number for Finish - 9
