St Helen's to Bembridge loop via Forelands Beach — Isle of Wight

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St Helen's to Bembridge loop via Forelands Beach — Isle of Wight

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St Helen's to Bembridge loop via Forelands Beach — Isle of Wight

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11.8km

70m

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Embark on a moderate 7.3-mile (11.8 km) hike from St Helen's to Bembridge, a loop that typically takes around 3 hours and 4 minutes to complete, with an elevation gain of 236 feet (72 metres). You will experience diverse coastal terrain, from sandy beaches and gentle inclines to dirt roads…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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521 m

St Helen's Causeway

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The Causeway in St Helen's is a walkway that spans over the water, connecting the village to the Fort and offers some superb views across the Solent. It's only revealed …

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2.27 km

Bembridge Harbour

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This is an interesting harbour between St Helens and Bembridge. It has a number of houseboats and a great little old style cafe (the Toll Gate Cafe, just before the …

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3.30 km

Path Along the Beach at Ryde

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very nicely laid out path directly on the east coast.

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5.25 km

Forelands Beach

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Great place for a pint on a sunny day sitting outside with superb views

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8.21 km

Bembridge Windmill

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Bembridge Windmill is one of the most iconic landmarks on the Isle of Wight. Built in 1700, the Grade I-listed structure was last operated in 1913 but retains most of …

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