SW Coastal Walk

Blackgang to Yarmouth

 

A coastal walk along the exposed south west coastline from Blackgang including Chale, Grange, Brook, Freshwater Bay & The Needles continuing to finish at Yarmouth - in essence Stages 2 & 3 of the Coastal Path walked in reverse

 
Completed:  19 April 2002
Distance: 21 miles approx
Weather: Sunshine, slight breeze clouding over, some spots of rain
Time: 7¼ hours
Terrain: Cliff top paths
Stiles: 16
Highest Point: 526 ft
Assent: 2,224 ft
Grade: Moderate
Parking: Park free in the viewpoint car park overlooking Blackgang Chine (GR: SZ 490-767); return transport from Yarmouth will be required
Nearest Towns: Ventnor in the east,  Freshwater & Yarmouth in the west
Refreshments: Various in Freshwater Bay & Alum Bay, Cafes & pubs in Yarmouth
Toilets: Public toilets in Freshwater Bay, Alum Bay & Yarmouth
Transport: Southern Vectis - routes & times
Other Walks: WightCAM - All Walks by Distance
Maps: Outdoor Leisure No. 29
 
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