Rambling

Our Rambling Group meets roughly once a month for a morning ramble, followed by an (optional) pub lunch.   This group is open to all and new members are always welcome.   
All planned Rambles for the rest of 2026 are listed below.  Car lifts may be available. Routes may change according to the weather.   Unless stated otherwise, meet at 9.30 at Northwood Recreation Ground car park, or at 10 am at the start.  Please let John Featherstone (01983-291116) know at least three weekdays in advance if you wish to come to the pub lunch.  And, if the weather is doubtful on the day, please phone John to check whether the Ramble will be taking place.

Individuals ramble at their own risk, so while we do consider the weather conditions and postpone walks in very wet or very hot weather, please do consider your own health and ability regarding the weather conditions or other factors before joining any ramble.

Friday 31 July
Start: Mottistone Manor Gardens Car Park (free parking).
Mottistone Manor and the Coast – 4m - moderate
Lunch: The Crown, Shorwell
(This ramble replaces the one originally planned at Ventnor because of a landslip.)

Friday 28 August
Start: Quarry car park Highdown Lane (near Highdown Inn) – free parking
West High Down – 3m - moderate
Lunch: The Highdown Inn

Friday 25 September
Start: Brook Village Road near Badger Lane & Brook Farmhouse Cottages
(free roadside parking)
Brook, Brook House, Hulverstone – 4m - challenging
Lunch: The Sun Inn, Calbourne, or The Crown, Shorwell.

Friday 30 October
Start: Free car park opposite The Priory, Carisbrooke.
Carisbrooke Castle & surrounding area – 4.5m - challenging
Lunch: The Blacksmiths, Carisbrooke.

Friday 27 November
Start: Asda Car Park (customer free parking for 4hrs)
Newport – 4.5m - easy
Lunch: Arreton Barns.

Friday 18 December (one week before Christmas)
Start: Quarr Abbey Car Park (free parking)
Quarr to Ryde Pier & return (walk or bus) - 2m each way - easy
Lunch: Quarr Abbey Cafe.