Merstone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cyclist on NCN 23 The old Sandown to Newport railway line now forms a level traffic-free cycle route between the same towns, here being enjoyed by one cyclist.
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Cyclist on NCN 23 The old Sandown to Newport railway line now forms a level traffic-free cycle route between the same towns, here being enjoyed by one cyclist.
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NCN 23, near to Merstone, Isle of Wight, Great Britain. Looking north-west towards Newport, this is the former Sandown to Newport railway line now used as a cycle trail. The minor road crossing here still uses the original bridge, whilst the crossing in the distance by the blue horsebox (Merstone Lane) is a former level crossing.
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Footpath towards Pagham Just one of the network of footpaths, bridleways and cycle tracks in this square. The bridge leads from the Sandown to Newport cycle track onto a footpath across arable land. People seem to have had two goes at defining a line. The small woodland is not shown on the map.
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Footpath towards Merstone The path skirts the south-eastern edge of this field, heading towards Merstone. It meets National Cycle Network route 23 (on the old railway line) at the hedge at the end of the field.
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Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is AU$120 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
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Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade Southampton England
The price is AU$119 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
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12 Mar - 13 Mar
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Moxy Southampton
Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is AU$121 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
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Good location, close to everything, clean and comfortable, good facilities.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

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room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
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5 bedroom modern home Hayling Island Peaceful family stays

5 bedroom modern home Hayling Island Peaceful family stays

Copse lane England
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MANOR ON COAST WITH SEA VIEWS, TENNIS COURT, BIG GAMES ROOM + BAR, GARDENS

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Ventnor Isle of Wight
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Popular places to visit

The famous Isle of Wight Festival. One of the best festivals in the UK. Held the second weekend in June each year.

Seaclose Park

Explore the great outdoors at Seaclose Park, a lovely green space in Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Seaclose Park
Carisbrooke Castle is a historic motte-and-bailey castle located in the village of Carisbrooke, near Newport, Isle of Wight, England. Charles I was imprisoned at the castle in the months prior to his trial The site of Carisbrooke Castle may have been occupied in pre-Roman times. A ruined wall suggests that there was a building there in late Roman times. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle mentions that Wihtgar, cousin of King Cynric of Wessex, died in AD 544, and was buried there. The Jutes may have taken over the fort by the late 7th century. An Anglo-Saxon stronghold occupied the site during the 8th century. Around 1000, a wall was built around the hill as a defence against Viking raids.

Carisbrooke Castle

Find out about the history of Newport with a stop at Carisbrooke Castle. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Carisbrooke Castle
Pretty little shop front

Calbourne Water Mill

You can find out about the history of Mottistone with a stop at Calbourne Water Mill. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Calbourne Water Mill

Dinosaur Expeditions Conservation and Palaeoart Centre

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dinosaur Expeditions Conservation and Palaeoart Centre in Brighstone. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Dinosaur Expeditions Conservation and Palaeoart Centre

Compton Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Compton Beach during your trip to Newport? Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

Compton Beach

Robin Hill

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Robin Hill as part of your trip to Havenstreet and Ashey. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Robin Hill

Activities

Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket

Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket

AU$14
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100% of travellers recommend
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket

Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket

AU$10
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100% of travellers recommend
Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket
Isle of Wight Hidden Gems

Isle of Wight Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK

AU$48
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Isle of Wight Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK
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