Godshill walks

This recommended walk of about 9 miles will take you over the river Medina, up and over Ramsdown to Chillerton village. Then north to Gatcombe to start the climb onto Newbarn Down and Chillerton Down with panoramic views across the island. Passing close to the TV mast you descend through the old marl pits and return via the water meadows of the wilderness.

Mostly on bridleways with some long but gentle gradients.

Great walk around the Chequers Inn where you can stop for refreshment after the effort.

A great pub walk from the White Horse in Whitwell.

Walk from Rookley Post office back to Rookley Main Road via Birchmore Lane. The Walk on the map actually starts and returns to Oakdene.

A walk over the downs and through woodland around Niton and Whitwell.

A lovely coastal walk from White Lion to the Buddle Inn.

A walk across farmland and by historic Haseley Manor, one of the oldest houses on the Island.

Heard of the Niton tunnels ? Although the two pubs are easily walkable by road, two more suggestions as follows.

A walk along bridleways, a ridgeway and open countryside.

Starting in the heart of Newport, you'll soon emerge into the countryside surrounding the town, crossing open fields on the approach to Carisbrooke Castle.

A walk starting in Newport, along a new riverside path, by a marina and then through woods and open countryside before returning to the urban setting.

This walk from The Bull Ring in the centre of Brading can also start from the station. It climbs the side of the down and then descends to meander through lowland by the River Yar.

A countryside walk from the village to Littletown and the Steam Railway.

Circular walk from the Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum, using the main street of Ryde.

Circular walk from the Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum, using the main street of Ryde.