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View of Garstons Down – Limerstone Down Viewpoint loop from Shorwell

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View of Garstons Down – Limerstone Down Viewpoint loop from Shorwell

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3.8

(4)

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View of Garstons Down – Limerstone Down Viewpoint loop from Shorwell

02:08

24.3km

400m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Isle of Wight National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.37 km

Sheard's Copse

Forest

6.80 km

View of Chillerton Down

Highlight • Viewpoint

You will have seen Chillerton Down, long before you arrived on the top of the chalk downland, as its tall mast, part of the Chillerton Down transmitting station is a landmark for miles around.

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8.98 km

View of Garstons Down

Highlight • Natural

Garstons Downs has been listed as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) since 1971 as it is an important area of untouched chalkland. It can be fairly quiet up …

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20.4 km

Worsley Trail Near Limerstone Down

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This short section of the Worsley Trail has lots of small mounds which make for fun riding.

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21.3 km

Limerstone Down Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views over the south-western quarter of the Island, with a helpful orientation table.

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24.2 km

St Peter's Church

Highlight • Historical Site

This medieval church houses impressive 15th century paintings of St Christopher. It hosts a variety of special events such as a pet service and a flower festival.

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24.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.5 km

3.74 km

3.11 km

2.64 km

398 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.4 km

4.62 km

3.91 km

2.56 km

861 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 18 May

16°C

11°C

39 %

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View of Garstons Down – Limerstone Down Viewpoint loop from Shorwell

View of Chillerton Down

View of Garstons Down

Worsley Trail Near Limerstone Down

Limerstone Down Viewpoint

St Peter's Church

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