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Cyclist on NCN 23 The old Sandown to Newport railway line now forms a level traffic-free cycle route between the same towns, here being enjoyed by one cyclist.
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Cyclist on NCN 23 The old Sandown to Newport railway line now forms a level traffic-free cycle route between the same towns, here being enjoyed by one cyclist.
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NCN 23, near to Merstone, Isle of Wight, Great Britain. Looking north-west towards Newport, this is the former Sandown to Newport railway line now used as a cycle trail. The minor road crossing here still uses the original bridge, whilst the crossing in the distance by the blue horsebox (Merstone Lane) is a former level crossing.
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Footpath towards Pagham Just one of the network of footpaths, bridleways and cycle tracks in this square. The bridge leads from the Sandown to Newport cycle track onto a footpath across arable land. People seem to have had two goes at defining a line. The small woodland is not shown on the map.
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Footpath towards Merstone The path skirts the south-eastern edge of this field, heading towards Merstone. It meets National Cycle Network route 23 (on the old railway line) at the hedge at the end of the field.
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The Langstone Quays

The Langstone Quays

4 out of 5
Northney Road Hayling Island England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hayling Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
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Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is €78 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
€78
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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Stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,734 reviews)
Great hotel, polite staff and we had a lovely stay

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is €62 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
€62
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,258 reviews)
Very nice rooms and attentive staff.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
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room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,191 reviews)
Great location and vibe

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MANOR ON COAST WITH SEA VIEWS, TENNIS COURT, BIG GAMES ROOM + BAR, GARDENS

MANOR ON COAST WITH SEA VIEWS, TENNIS COURT, BIG GAMES ROOM + BAR, GARDENS

Ventnor Isle of Wight
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Ventnor. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ventnor Botanic Garden and Steephill ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Great for large inter generational family holiday. Tennis court and pool brilliant. House not too precious that we worried about the smaller ones

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The Cliff House Hotel

The Cliff House Hotel

4 out of 5
Marine Drive West New Milton England
Stay at this holiday home in New Milton. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Barton-on-sea Beach and Highcliffe Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (408 reviews)
Great room, great views, great team and great breakfast!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

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Popular places to visit

The famous Isle of Wight Festival. One of the best festivals in the UK. Held the second weekend in June each year.

Seaclose Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Seaclose Park, a lovely green space in Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Seaclose Park
Carisbrooke Castle is a historic motte-and-bailey castle located in the village of Carisbrooke, near Newport, Isle of Wight, England. Charles I was imprisoned at the castle in the months prior to his trial The site of Carisbrooke Castle may have been occupied in pre-Roman times. A ruined wall suggests that there was a building there in late Roman times. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle mentions that Wihtgar, cousin of King Cynric of Wessex, died in AD 544, and was buried there. The Jutes may have taken over the fort by the late 7th century. An Anglo-Saxon stronghold occupied the site during the 8th century. Around 1000, a wall was built around the hill as a defence against Viking raids.

Carisbrooke Castle

Find out about the history of Newport with a stop at Carisbrooke Castle. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Carisbrooke Castle
Pretty little shop front

Calbourne Water Mill

You can find out about the history of Mottistone with a stop at Calbourne Water Mill. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Calbourne Water Mill

Compton Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Compton Beach during your trip to Newport? Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

Compton Beach

Robin Hill

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Robin Hill as part of your trip to Havenstreet and Ashey. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Robin Hill

Dinosaur Expeditions Conservation and Palaeoart Centre

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dinosaur Expeditions Conservation and Palaeoart Centre in Brighstone. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Dinosaur Expeditions Conservation and Palaeoart Centre

Things to do

Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket

Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket

€10
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket

Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket

€6
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth

€12
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth
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