Circumnavigating the Isle of Wight

thebully · Joined: 09 Mar 2009 Posts: 2

Hi

Im a member of a motorcycle club for cruiser/custom type bikers that go out for rideouts around the country during the summer to take in the scenary etc and just get out. I was stuck indoors the other day as it was raining looking at Google earth trying to work out good places to go riding and I thought that a leasurely circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight would be quite a good way to see a lot of coast line and a great way to spend a day or two.

As you can see an epic voyage worthy of Ewan Mcgregor, Michael Palin or Billy Connolly. Wink

I basically tried to set out a route in google maps that pretty much hugged the coast and in all it was around 61 miles but the actual route we would take will probably vary and most likely start at Cowes or wherever the ferry drops us off Smile

Does this sound like a good idea and is it possible to circumnavigate the island by road in this manner. I know that directions on google maps can sometimes send you down roads that are private or inaccessable etc.

Also is there a camp site that would be accomodating if we decided to do this in two day with a nice pub/place to eat near by. Any thoughts would be welcome.

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Carrie · Joined: 19 Aug 2008 Posts: 84

Sounds like fun Smile

The boring bit is East Cowes to Ryde Laughing

It also looks like that squiggle as you leave East Cowes is trying to take you through Osborne's grounds.
Just above the 'e' of Adgestone there's a little road going off to Culver Down, you might want to detour up there and back just to take in the view.
No suggestions for pubs or camp sites along the coast I'm afraid.

Robj · Joined: 26 Feb 2009 Posts: 53

Heres a couple of links you might find helpful. there are motorcycle clubs on the island.

http://www.britishandclassic.co.uk/#

http://www.club4181.co.uk/

thebully · Joined: 09 Mar 2009 Posts: 2

Hi thanks for the advice. So it looks like riding around the whole island should be a possible.

Cheers for the links will take a look at those Smile

riiverbelle · Joined: 10 Dec 2006 Posts: 25 Location: The Island

Think you may find you will be able to lap the island 3 or 4 times (Even at a leisurely pace) in two days.

You will find plenty of places to camp, try Atherfield holiday park halfway down the military road they have biker groups stay there at other times so will be sure to welcome you.

Your route looks to be the most scenic, but definately take note of what "Carrie" said and go up Culver Down to take in the view...amazing

Safe riding Very Happy

Robj · Joined: 26 Feb 2009 Posts: 53

A couple of views from Culver Down...

laineyiow · Joined: 16 May 2008 Posts: 184

robj

What lovely photos. I have to admit Culver Down is one of my favourite spots on the Island. Spent many an hour just breathing in the views from the top. It sometimes feels like you're in another world and all your worries can fly on the wind!

Robj · Joined: 26 Feb 2009 Posts: 53

Yes its a great place to be and then after a stiff climb up you find The Culver Haven Inn !!