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The Forests of the Isle of Wight

(Average user rating4 unrated 4/5)

About The Forests of the Isle of Wight

A visit to these beautiful woodland areas makes a pleasant contrast from the bustling coastal resorts. Enjoy the shere delight of encountering a Red Squirrel, or watching butterflies in a sunny glade, whilst on one of the many way marked walks provided. Whatever your interest, we take great pleasure in welcoming you to explore and relax in charming woodland surroundings.

How to get there:

Newport is the nearest town or village.

Via ferry links from Lymington, Southampton and Portsmouth.

OS Grid Reference: SZ 473 911
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

Places to go in The Forests of the Isle of Wight

Firestone Copse
Parkhurst Forest

Other places to go in this area

RED SQUIRREL

Facilities:

InformationParking

Activities:

PicnicView PointWildlife ActivitiesWalkingCyclingHorse RidingEducationalOrienteering

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User Comments

Name: Driscoll (4 Stars)
30/Aug/2009
I found alot of gnat bites when i got home but overall it was a great day out!

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