The 17 best road trips in the Isle of Wight

A great place to visit for all the family. It is run by British Heritage. It is dog friendly. The grounds are very well maintained. There is a cafe with hot/cold beverages. And plenty of sitting room. Lots of staff who are very helpful and knowledgeable. My advice would be to wear good footwear as there are plenty of stone stairs to climb. Some are very steep.

A well preserved castle with a varied history. It has a very interesting museum within the grounds. Walking the walls gives great views of the surrounding areas. The staff are very knowledgeable and helpful. Activities for young people. Nice tea room and of course the Carisbrooke donkeys. Demonstrations in the well house are worth attending. Allow the whole day for your visit.

A beautiful castle looked after by English Heritage. A traditional castle with ramparts to explore, in places a good head for heights needed. A nice cafe to stop and pause before exploring again. Well stocked shop.

What a surprise to find this castle so we'll kept and up together. Was a great day out they had a performance on and was worth th watch. Has great history and is worth a visit.

Along with Osborne House, this is the premier English Heritage attraction on the Isle of Wight. The great gatehouse along with the remains of the shell keep and the curtain walls are the outstanding things to see along with the adjoining museum (included in entry) and the chapel. Steeped in history, this is the place where King Charles I was confined after losing the first English Civil War in 1648.

We visited on a very busy event day. Probably not best for us as daughter found over whelming but it looked great. Castle is small but so much history which is displayed easy. For kids id suggest starting with the video. I found this at the end. Donkeys are so beautiful and on non event days they still turn the big wheel to get the water. Staff usual helpfulness and friendly that you expect from eh. A must to do is the walk around the top. Stunning views on a clear day.

A great day out for us. I would say it's great for all age groups. Some of the steps are a bit steep. Staff were brilliant, their chats were very interesting. By the way, the ice creams near the donkey centre are amazing.

This is quite a small castle, but an interesting one, well worth a visit if you're English Heritage members on the island. For those who aren't you'll need to balance the fee against what will be a quite short visit, about an hour at most. There's plenty of information about the castles history, which is rather unusual, having never really been involved in any fighting, and often left remarkably under manned. Excellent views across the Solent, some nice photo ops and the traditional gift shop as you come out. 5 mins walk from the long stay car park.

This is a English Heritage site, a Castle that sits right on next to the Ferry Terminal in Yarmouth. The Castle is relatively small with a small shop. At nearly £10 for non EH members in "my humble opinion" paying that is a bit steep. We walked the site and read the information boards easily in 25 mins. I'm a big fan obviously of EH as a member but this site would attract more visitors at a cheaper rate. The gentleman in the shop was very friendly and helpful. Parking for the Castle/Yarmouth can be found in the town or better still the long stay car park about 5 minutes walk away.

This very a small castle which you can finish within half and hour or so. However dun let the small size foul you the castle is filled with plenty of information about the castles history! Additionally it’s also very interactive, you get to try on old vintage costumes, and play the games that they have, we played two rounds of jenga :) Also when you climb to the highest peak of the castle, you get an excellent views of the whole Solent.

The perfect historic picnic spot with gorgeous views of the harbour at the mouth of The Solent. The castle opened in 1547 & was an artillery fort ordered to be built by King Henry VIII to protect against a French invasion. There are lots of interactive learning aids for the youngsters too. There is a small English Heritage shop on site with no cafe but my son and I were allowed to bring in our hot beverages and goods we purchased from the bakery in town. Highly recommend.

Tiny castle, interesting points about the castle and its inhabitants in each room. Beautiful views across the Solent

Been to the castle 🏰 with my daughter yesterday. It’s a very small castle but still a nice place to visit. Plenty of interactive bits, so a great place to take the kids. The only downside is that this place has a few stairs making it not very accessible for wheelchair users. My daughter is a part time wheelchair user, she is able to walk for 10 before her legs fatigue and get painful so we timed it for the stairs mainly. It is an old building, hence lifts can’t really be put in unfortunately. Unfortunately my daughters ankles are hurting today as the stairs were too much for her. Most interactive bits are upstairs, if someone is completely wheelchair bound then unfortunately there isn’t much to see at all downstairs apart from the kitchen and the dining room. If you have an English heritage membership, it’s definitely worth visiting.

Small but interesting with some lovely views over the Solent and Yarmouth harbour

This derelict site is managed by English Heritage. Originally, it was a palatial structure, set in a glorious rolling landscape, created by Lancelot "Capability" Brown. The grounds are still impressive and well worth the visit. You can spend hours just walking the grounds. Sadly, the building was severely damaged by bombing during the Second World War. The owners could not afford repairs, and after the war, some work was undertaken to stabilise the structure and make it safe. You can walk around the site and enter the building; but sometimes it is used for various events, and access may be limited; watch out for signs advising you of access limits for safety reasons. The property has a slightly ethereal and mournful air; what was once such an impressive baroque structure is now just an empty shell, a ghost that hints of days gone by. Access to the site is via a narrow lane, with a few passing places. There is a large stone dressed car park, and all the footpaths are also stone chippings. The site has no toilet facilities, cafe or shop. Despite this, I would still suggest that it is worth the visit, even if only for an hour.

Extremely stunning mansion with unbelievable history. Very well organised information boards and enough there to keep you occupied for a couple of hours! I recommend reading all the info boards since there was some really interesting history

A very interesting ruin to visit and free to enter. Plenty of room to let the children wander and enjoy a picnic. Dogs welcome too. Large free car park right next to the main entrance, but no other facilities. You can also walk to the Freemantle Gate...about a half mile..which was also part of the property. From the gate it is a pleasant walk up to the top of the hill to the obelisk first built in 1774, and restored in 1983, in memory of Robert Worsley. English Heritage have provided information boards which are well worth reading and there are some benches on which to sit.

Lovely find. We didn't spend much time here but our kids loved looking around the ruins of the house. You can feel the history while walking around and it's great that it was saved from being lost after the second world war.

I've been on the Isle of Wight numerous times and have missed this place. If its a beautiful day and you fancy a picnic in front of a grand mansion (albeit a hollow one), go here. If you like walking around abandoned buildings, this is perfect and it's free.

The architecture of this place is really something ! It’s incredible to see how the building would have looked with the informational notice boards they have ! There isn’t an awful lot to do here but if you’re planning on ticking off the English heritage map this is defo one to visit! And it would also make a stunning setting for photographers :)

England Heritage - Stunning old house, gives you the feel of what it could have been like back in the day. Not much there if you are expecting a cafe or shop. Free car park.

The only way I know how to access it is a long walk, but I think a public bus may drop off outside (saw a few green ones). I personally think its a bit expensive to get in, but once inside its immaculate so you see where the money goes. I liked the comic book style drawings, the tunnel and getting a whole feel for the place. The only thing I'd say is if you intend to walk there, and see both the old and new battery allow plenty of time, because the new battery shuts at 4pm old battery 5pm so we hadn't allowed enough time to do both. Definitely nip into the cafe at the old battery as the coffee and cakes were amazing.

Love a National Trust, and if you are doing Tennyson Down it is definitely worth stopping by the Old Fort. I really liked how they have restored parts of the site and brought it to life. It is not very big so it does not take long to go around, but it is nice to wander through and the views of the Needles are amazing and were the real highlight. They also have a tea room, which to be honest was not that great, a bit of a shame given how lovely some other National Trust tea rooms are. It could have been something really charming like the one at the lighthouse in Dorset. The walk to the fort was another highlight and is so beautiful with lots of wildlife. A really stunning area.

an incredible couple of hours spent here. We got a return on the cable car, £10 per adult. Really good price. Had beautiful views of the ocean coming down, we then went straight onto the boat ride, again incredibly priced. 20 mins out to sea and a view of the needles, beautiful sights. We were lucky enough to have stunning weather. Cable car back up to the top after a lovely walk along the beach and then made our sand jars and played crazy golf. Hasn't changed since I came when I was little.

It took about 30 min with kids to wander along to here from the car park (tell them you’re an NT member for £2 off). Did it on a hot and sunny day but lovely views on the way and from the battery. Interesting displays and the tunnel down is cool, if not pretty narrow! Place to get a coffee and plenty of places to sit and eat a picnic. Worth a visit especially if an NT member.

Great history about the Fort listed. I recommend a visit if you go. Not too expensive to get in but it is a national trust place so it's a must do if you have a membership. Very windy when I went so be prepared when walking along the cliff top. There is an enclosed walk way to a view advantage point inside the cliff, at some points this is narrow so I wouldn't recommend if you are claustrophobic

A bit of a walk from the 'Needles Attraction' but it's on a fairly level road. There's not much at the Old Battery but it's worth a look if you're a NT member. Probably not worth the entrance if not. If you pick a decent day, the views are spectacular though.

Very interesting area to visit, you can walk but I recommend taking the open top bus to get there - great views. There is a cafe and shop.

Ventnor Beach on the Isle of Wight is a true gem, an absolutely splendid spot for a relaxing day by the coast. Nestled below dramatic cliffs, this beach offers a unique mix of pebbles and sandy stretches, backed by a charming promenade with lively cafés, galleries, and boutique shops. We visited on a beautiful sunny day and couldn’t have asked for more. The water was inviting and clear, perfect for paddling or just cooling off. Although the access involves a steep descent, it was totally worth it for the peaceful atmosphere below, less crowded than many other beaches, giving a wonderfully tranquil vibe. What really stood out was the stunning scenery: rugged coastline, colourful beach huts, and that iconic view of the Victorian-era Ventnor Botanic Garden perched above. This is a fantastic place to stroll, spot wildlife (we saw some seabirds and rock pool life), or even enjoy a bit of people-watching from the promenade. Facilities are refreshingly simple—there’s public access (though check tide times as parking and close beach access can be affected), clean public toilets, and friendly local cafés just a few minutes’ walk away. If you’re looking for a laid-back, scenic seaside escape on the Isle of Wight, Ventnor Beach is definitely worth a visit. We had a wonderful, memorable time and would recommend it to families, couples, or anyone wanting a peaceful coastal experience.

VISIT DATE: SUN 27/07/2025 Visited with family whilst staying close by in Bonchurch. This is a fairly standard beach, with a combination of shingle and sand, a reasonable amount of restaurants and beach huts. Boat tours are available from the location and it is a pleasant, 30 minute walk from / to Bonchurch. The Cascade Gardens are nice, but the public toilets are dismal and in severe need of renovation!

Hidden gem located at the southern coast of the IoW. Can spend a few hours at the beach and also explore the town centre. Can walk along the coastal path.

It’s a quiet place in October, a beach with little pebbles and seaweeds. Most restaurants were closed. Nothing much to do here but my little one had 30 mins fun with the pebbles. The sound of waves are nice and air is clean. We can see ferries passing by.

Beautiful Just beautiful You really need to visit, the weather was amazing which always helps but an amazing little area ❤️

Beautiful beach..and a great place for a walk.

It was amazing experience to use fairy to get there from midlands. Absolutely gorgeous place to visit in summer. People were very friendly and polite. Cleanliness was amazing and beaches were heavenly secluded and beautiful. It was so peaceful and nice that I’m planning to going there again in open season. Local businesses need support as they only rely on tourists to don’t forget the contribute in to local charities and small local businesses. They are the backbone of this beautiful island.

Beautiful walk around gardens and house. The pictures of Queen Victoria and family hanging on walls are beautiful. The rooms are beautiful and in amazing condition. After viewing house we explored the grounds which are stunning! Great place and well worth a visit.

Second visit; possibly a future third, there's much to see. Worth joining English Heritage! Large car park after tricky right turn into the estate, from the south. A few steps to entrance and shop with adjacent café (very good baked potato). Huge expanse of grounds. Beautiful specimen trees and terrace garden with much in bloom, for October. Superb views across the Solent. Didn't reach the play house or beach this time (duff hip), although I did note what seemed to be a shuttle bus as I left! Extremely well laid out history boards of various family members.

This was one of the most beautiful English Heritage places I have visited. Osbourne House is set within the grounds of The Osborne Estate. The House was the holiday home to Queen Victoria and her family. You can clearly see why she spent alot of her time here. The rooms in the house and perfectly kept and decorated giving you a glimpse into their lives and the past. The House is the crowning glory but the grounds are remarkably kept and worth spending an hour walking through the gardens. Whilst doing so, take a stroll down to The Queen's Road, down at the Beachfront then up to The Swiss Cottage. Now, as an English Heritage member I am always full of praise for staff and volunteers at these sites who do such a great job and are friendly and eager to talk but unfortunately the English Heritage staff within the house on our day of visiting were not so, speaking to several other visitors that day they too had also encountered the same as ourselves. Very disappointed as the staff members inside the house made my visit and experience and intimidating one. This aside, other staff around the site and welcome centre were great. A lovely place to spend a good 3 to 4 hours. Car park if free for English Heritage membership.

We've wanted to visit here for some time....outstanding. Staff - their knowledge and helpfulness and those that work 'behind the scenes' maintaining such beautiful gardens, general estate. A very tranquil place to be. The house itself steeped in history, wonderful stories of life at Osborne during and after Victoria and Albert.

The Royal holiday home!! A treasure trove of delights awaits inside the beautiful House! A guide in each room to add to the experience, all willing to help! We we ushered to the lift( mobility problems spotted by guide!) and took the House from top to bottom in complete comfort and joy! We took lunch on the Terrace with a magical view down to the beach and many pictures later walked down through the tall trees to see the beach at closer quarters! After an ice-cream at the pretty tea shop we took the minibus back to the entrance( rather long cold wait for it to arrive..needed a coat! ) Absolutely fabulous visit well worth the entrance fee!!

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert at Osborne on the Isle of Wight. From sumptuous interiors and art collections inside, to a peaceful beach and marvellous gardens outside, a day out at Osborne has something for everyone. Explore Osborne’s vast grounds, follow the interactive tree trail and find the unusual Swiss Cottage, where the royal children played, gardened, cooked and collected unusual objects in their own private museum. Victoria and Albert bought and built Osborne to fulfil the queen’s desire for a ‘place of one’s own – quiet and retired’. Its dazzling interiors, art collection, gardens and grounds reflect their personal passions, taste and style. There are four food and drink outlets you’ll find around the estate. There are also plenty of great picnicking spots throughout the grounds, and a play area to explore.

Liked the house itself, design, gardens and setting. Not so keen on the interiors, not helped by having to stand in a queue on the stairs to get to the upstairs rooms which were stuffy and unpleasantly warm. Too many people in the house at once. Cafe, shop, toilets. Busy when coach parties arrive.

Absolutely stunning stately house and gardens. We visited Osborne on our holiday to the Isle of Wight and were blown away. The lovely gardens were filled with trees and plants. The Swiss Cottage and children's garden is worth checking out with a scavenger hunt to entertain kids. The beach was lovely with a nice picnic spot and a Punch and Judy was shown on our visit. The house was filled with well-preserved rooms and every object had a rich history behind it. We were more than satisfied with the amount we were able to see and particularly enjoyed the banquet room at the end. They also have a really nice tea room serving cakes, pastries, lunches and hot and cold drinks. If you come to the Isle of Wight, you must see Osborne.

Beautiful walk around gardens and house. The pictures of Queen Victoria and family hanging on walls are beautiful. The rooms are beautiful and in amazing condition. After viewing house we explored the grounds which are stunning! Great place and well worth a visit.

Such a historic and beautiful place to walk around. You get a wonderful sense of what it was like in Victorian times living in such a house. The staff are extremely knowledgeable about the time and place and give you those fantastic little bits of information that you wouldn’t get in a guidebook. The walled gardens are gorgeous to walk around and a stroll down to the beach is fascinating as you get the history of the woodlands and trees that have grown since Victoria and Albert’s time at Osborne. Well worth a visit.

We've wanted to visit here for some time....outstanding. Staff - their knowledge and helpfulness and those that work 'behind the scenes' maintaining such beautiful gardens, general estate. A very tranquil place to be. The house itself steeped in history, wonderful stories of life at Osborne during and after Victoria and Albert.

The Royal holiday home!! A treasure trove of delights awaits inside the beautiful House! A guide in each room to add to the experience, all willing to help! We we ushered to the lift( mobility problems spotted by guide!) and took the House from top to bottom in complete comfort and joy! We took lunch on the Terrace with a magical view down to the beach and many pictures later walked down through the tall trees to see the beach at closer quarters! After an ice-cream at the pretty tea shop we took the minibus back to the entrance( rather long cold wait for it to arrive..needed a coat! ) Absolutely fabulous visit well worth the entrance fee!!

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert at Osborne on the Isle of Wight. From sumptuous interiors and art collections inside, to a peaceful beach and marvellous gardens outside, a day out at Osborne has something for everyone. Explore Osborne’s vast grounds, follow the interactive tree trail and find the unusual Swiss Cottage, where the royal children played, gardened, cooked and collected unusual objects in their own private museum. Victoria and Albert bought and built Osborne to fulfil the queen’s desire for a ‘place of one’s own – quiet and retired’. Its dazzling interiors, art collection, gardens and grounds reflect their personal passions, taste and style. There are four food and drink outlets you’ll find around the estate. There are also plenty of great picnicking spots throughout the grounds, and a play area to explore.

Liked the house itself, design, gardens and setting. Not so keen on the interiors, not helped by having to stand in a queue on the stairs to get to the upstairs rooms which were stuffy and unpleasantly warm. Too many people in the house at once. Cafe, shop, toilets. Busy when coach parties arrive.

Perfect location to see Portsmouth from the island, alongside stunning coastal views

This location was a big bucket list item for us! The role that this fort played in the history of not only the UK, but the World is staggering! The fact that it still exists at all is a testament to the importance that is placed on what this fort has done. I would love to see it brought renovated to some extent, but it is amazing nonetheless.

A very pointless place to visit. We drove up and the view was spectacular however the actual reason for the visit was pointless, the gates are open, but then a big sign says do not enter, and you can see nothing from the outside, which online it says view from outside, it doesn't say view the side and nothing else. Now if I was around when they do visits it may be awesome. You can do a lot of walks from here and the parking is free so that is a plus. Go for the view not the fort.

Lovely views from one of the highest points on Isle of Whight. Great hiking experience. Shame that Fort is in private hands as it looks super interesting. Highly recommend

A fascinating 90 minute tour of this old fort, first built to defend against Napoleon, later defence in WW1, and a barracks/radar station in WW2. It's in a pretty tumbledown state, but that adds to the atmosphere, IMHO. Don't expect fancy displays, though, it's a take-me-as-you-find-me place. Steve, our guide, was very knowledgeable. Open Tuesdays, pre booking required, National Trust.

Beautiful & stunning views across Sandown and Bembridge. Gorgeous walks across the downs. Parking is free and there is a little cafe and a pub/restaurant at the top - they are only open at certain days and times so best to check beforehand. Definitely worth a visit, especially on a clear day.

Brilliant tours carried out on Tuesdays. Prebooking a must. We learnt the most we have ever known about the palmerston forts with brilliant guide volunteers. The unique ww2 features as well and wider knowledge all shared with us.

found this is our national trust book but we didn’t realise the lighthouse was temporarily closed so always check online to see if things are open! regardless of this there’s still walks around the area with great views and you can also get a great view of the lighthouse from the surrounding fields and get quite up close to it.

Very interesting lighthouse - guided tours bring the history to life. You can only pay in cash so bear that in mind - they don't get any coverage down there for a card machine. It's also a bit of a trek down to the lighthouse from the closest parking spaces so be prepared for a walk, even harder uphill on the way back, but well worth the effort!

Really interesting to see inside a lighthouse. It is a guided tour around and you get some history of the lighthouse, then a tour of the lighthouse. There were two people doing tours so we only had to wait a few minutes for one to start. Inside the lighthouse the steps are quite steep and there's a height restriction for younger children as one of the staircases is almost like a ladder as its that steep! Great view from the top of the lighthouse aswell. The guy doing the tour had lots of information and was very knowledgeable about the lighthouse. Would recommend. We visited Saint Catherine's oratory afterwards (which is the original lighthouse). *Updated April 2023 - Walking the IOW coastline and viewed lighthouse from above.

Beautiful views and the tour was quaint, informative and carried out by volunteers. Highly recommend for lighthouse buffs, as only ten in UK or so allow visits such as these. Lovely walks in nearby areas too.

Well worth the effort lovely little place run by people who love and know what they are doing. Just beware it's easy to get to but harder to get back up the hill. The light house climb is not too bad (bit narrow) with a ladder. At the top it's very warm if warm outside But the view is worth it.

Well worth the walk down the hill ( about 10 minutes ) çars not allowed unfortunately. The tour is informative not just the inside workings but the History of the buildings and area. Some steps used in the lighthouse are steep and need extra care but in general a good place to visit with Very knowledgeable staff on hand . The Only one down side which may change in due course no Public toilets on site , but if you visit the pub up on the hill first!.

Absolutely fascinating visit!! There's no parking - you have to park further away and walk down - but the views are worth it; they're stunning! The tour of the lighthouse costs just £5, and is worth every penny! The lighthouse sports some fantastic Victorian engineering - the whole lamp assembly floats in a 2.5 ton bath of mercury as a low-friction bearing!! I do hope you get the lovely Frank as your guide - he knows so much about everything, and I could have chatted to him for hours. Go soon - because in 2021 the whole revolving lamp assembly will be replaced by modern high brightness LEDs.......

Beautiful scenery, a place to sit and breathe in the fresh air and let time stand still.

Amazing, so different from when I was kid, and great to be able to drive up there myself now

Highly recommended, beautiful views, stunning location, parking & pet friendly. A must for nature lovers👍🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤️

Culver Down has some incredible views that make you feel like you're standing on the edge of the world. Up top, there is the Earl Yarborough monument, a decommissioned artillery battery, and even a lovely pub. There are walking trails from Bembridge or Sandown. Otherwise you can drive up there by car and park for free.

Culver Down is the perfect location for automotive photography enthusiasts or anyone that likes the great outdoors, there are many walking trails though the downs but you need a high level of fitness as the hills are steep! You can however drive your vehicle all the way to the top, past the pub (yes there's a pub up there!) and right to the end of the road where you will find a large, free, and hardly used gravel carpark with some of the most stunning views of the Isle of Wight and across the Solent to the mainland, making for an amazing backdrop for photos of your vehicle. You can also get refreshments on Culver Down from either the pub or the Culver Kiosk which is a nice little café (with ice-cream) that is only open in the summer season.

Another amazing place to visit on the Isle, excellent place to stop to take in the awesome views and take some pics. Also this is a great place to star gaze as you can see loads of stars and more on a clear night, it was a bit cloudy when we was there but still worth it. Free car park, no shops or toilets.

Such a beautiful spot, can get an amazing view of the sun setting, or just sit back and enjoy the view over Sandown and Shanklin in your car or on a picnic blanket on the very spacious grass car park, can always enjoy a nice drink in the pub (when covid hasn't made it close) or just take a nice walk with the dog

Mount Joy Cemetery is a credit to who looks after it. We visited today 9th March 2025. The whole of the Cemetery is so well kept,so good to see it so well cared for. My husbands parents are in All Saints Cemetery in Freshwater, it is a disgrace,we wrote a letter to say how upsetting it was to see the burial grounds in such a neglected state. We never received a reply.

I have several loved ones buried at Mountjoy and it is a gorgeous place to sit and reflect and be at peace with those there. It is a shame that the hedges seem to be less maintained at the moment than they have been at previous times, and the well for water for plants seems to have been taken out, however.

My little girl is buried here, the views are amazing and some great walks nearby. Beautiful place x

What a view, very large historical Island grave yard.

Did not visit the Chapel, but my wife's grave where her ashes were just recently interred with her mum and dad. The grass has just been cut these past few days and areas which had been cut look messy with grass cuttings everywhere including over flowers and ornaments placed on loved ones graves. I realise it is difficult when using strimmers to cut grass, but maybe just a little bit more care perhaps?

A beautiful funeral service for a dear friend of mine.

Lovely peaceful place to sit and contemplate. Lovely fews of Carisbrooke, castle, Parkhurst forest and Solent

Great viewpoint with easy access from the road. Perfect place to start a walk on the public brideway B42. Clifs, boats ferrys, and the Roman villa all on view.

A lovely view. It's a for a walk or just to sit and enjoy an ice cream when the van is there.

Lovely place to just sit and reflect. Or just take in the fantastic view. From Ocean to rolling hills....you can see everything. I parked my car and just enjoyed the quietness. Thoroughly recommend to everyone. Theres an Ice-cream van in the summer season. Also some really nice walks to go on.

Fantastic sea views and over the downs

Gorgeous views and lots of walking available, but a bit steep in places. Parking was easy and free although might be more difficult during July and August. Hot day when we visited and ice cream was very welcome from the van.

Some of the views from Brading downs

wonderful views and a nice place to sit and chill, maybe the ice cream van will be there for a quick lolly or ice cream cone

Beautiful walks, picturesque views!

Great views of the coast and landslip, however car park is very uneven with lots of pot holes. Great walks around and a Long, very steep and slippery path down to the beach. Take care and supplies if you try it.

Views from here lovely, lots of wonderful walks and places to have a picnic. The road to it is very narrow but definitely worth it

Fantastic view but small car park can be hard to turn around in if busy but it's free with no limits on stay

Good place on the Island for walking and good views.

Well what can I say about old black gang car park. One of the best views on the island you can see all of Bournemouth etc. And amazing sunset 🌅 👍🏻🙂

Fantastic nudist beach below small but free carpark 😎🏖️

Absolutely Stunning Drive Along Military Road, Newport! Military Road in Newport is one of the most breathtaking drives I’ve ever experienced. The road itself is smooth and well-maintained, winding beautifully through the hills, offering an amazing view from the mountains. The elevation changes give you a fresh perspective at every turn, making it a joy to drive. What truly sets this route apart is the combination of landscapes. On one side, you have the stunning cliffs and endless ocean stretching to the horizon, while on the other, rolling green fields and rugged countryside add to the picturesque scenery. The contrast of the deep blue water against the lush greenery is simply mesmerizing. Military Road is an absolute must-visit for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone looking for a peaceful yet awe-inspiring experience. Highly recommended!

Best Road in the world for views!

Fantastic road & veiw's, great place to visit

Best drive in the UK. Better than California and Western Cape

Wonderful scenery when driving along.

Absolutely beautiful view.

What can you say it's a road and has been resurfaced

What a great experience I had today.The 90 minute massage. Amazing . Worth every penny. my hair feels like silk. A fully relaxing time. Thank you.xx

The loveliest and most relaxing treatment from Nikki.Showed scalp before and after and was amazed.Fully worth the money,felt so clean and happy afterwards.Mini foot spa and mini oil facial touch was lovely.Will be recommending to all.