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Medina Circuit
A walk around the tidal section of the River Medina starting from Medina
Arboretum along the east bank to Island Harbour, Whippingham & East Cowes, then
across the floating bridge to Cowes returning along the west bank along the
former railway line to Newport |
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Completed: |
11 July 2010 |
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Distance: |
10½
miles approx |
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Weather: |
Sunny & warm |
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Time: |
5¼ hours - all
photographs taken between 12:15 & 17:30 |
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Terrain: |
Cycle track & riverside paths |
| Stiles: |
0 |
| Highest Point: |
157 ft |
| Assent: |
584 ft |
| Grade: |
Moderate |
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Parking: |
Park at Medina Arboretum (GR: SZ 506-903) |
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Nearest Towns: |
Newport |
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Refreshments: |
The Folly Inn - Whippingham,
The Lifeboat, Victoria Tavern & café - East Cowes,
Bargeman's Rest & Medina Quay - Newport |
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Toilets: |
Public toilets at Newport, toilets at Whippingham church |
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Transport: |
Southern Vectis
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routes & times |
| Other
Walks: |
WightCAM -
Walking the Wight |
| Maps: |
Outdoor Leisure No. 29 |
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