Two Saintly Lighthouses - 8th October 7 Miles (Free)

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Two Saintly Lighthouses - 8th October 7 Miles (Free)

By Isle of Wight Walking Festival

After ascending to St Catherine's Oratory you'll progress to a hidden cove for packed lunch before visiting St Catherine's Lighthouse.

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Location

Blackgang Viewpoint Car Park (not Theme Park)

Blackgang Ventnor PO38 2JB United Kingdom

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Highlights

  • 6 hours
  • In person

About this event

Travel & Outdoor • Hiking

Two Saintly Lighthouses - 7 miles

After ascending to the medieval St Catherine's Oratory we will traverse the downs to an idyllic cove. We then proceed to view the Victorian St Catherine's Lighthouse before taking in spectacular views on the coastal footpath on our way back to the car park.

Length of walk: 7 miles (approx 6 hours)

Walk Cost: Free of charge

Walk Leader: Francis Quinn

Type of Walk: Circular

Pace of Walk: Moderate - This walk will follow a moderate pace.

Walk grade: Moderate - Varying landscape with some more challenging slopes. Stiles and steps to be expected en route, suitable for keen walkers and anyone who is reasonably active.

Walkers need to be reasonably agile and mobile. Not suitable for walkers with mobility impairment of any kind

Facilities:

  • Rest stops
  • Dogs on leads welcome
  • Refreshments available along route
  • Toilets along route
  • Take a packed lunch
  • Good walking footwear recommended
  • Takes in coastal scenery
  • There are stiles on the route
  • There are steps on the route

Nearest Bus Stop:

Blackgang Chine (number 6, Island Coaster) - check your route: islandbuses.info

Organised by

Isle of Wight Walking Festival

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