Freshwater Bay golf course is one of the most spectacular courses in the UK. Set on the downlands overlooking the English Channel, this seaside links style course is 5,725 yards long, par 68 which provides a challenge for golfers of all abilities.
Visitors are most welcome and we provide very reasonable rates. Freshwater Bay is an ideal venue for society and corporate golf days.
Cycling.
The many quiet countryside roads on the island make it very good for cycling. As well as the roads there is a considerable network of designated cycle tracks and routes as well as miles of public bridleways for those who like off road cycling.
Current established cycle routes include Cowes to Newport, Sandown to Newport, Wotton to Newport and Yarmouth to Freshwater as well as a shorter route connecting Newport to the Mountbatten Centre.
There is also a well sign posted 'Round the island' road route which can be easily followed by those wanting to cycle right round the island
Cycle Hire is available locally.Walking
The Isle of Wight has a wealth of footpaths and bridleways and is reputed to have more footpaths per square mile than any other English county - from a 60
mile coastal path, to easy circular routes, and short town trails - there are over 500 miles of well maintained paths on an island that measures 23 by 15 miles
The Coastal Path can be walked in four days at a leisurely pace. The coastline is varied from white chalk cliffs to quiet estuaries. Almost half of the coastline is designated "Heritage Coast", a definition applied only to coastlines of the highest quality and unspoilt nature.
Inland the chalk downlands are the home to many unique wild flowers and fauna, and the Island has some of the most picturesque villages in the country.
Fishing![]()
The island is 23 miles at its greatest length from The Needles in the West to Bembridge Foreland on the East.
Its width is approximately 13 miles from Cowes to St Catherine's Point. Its shape resembles a Turbot. There are 65 miles of coastline with 4 estuaries, at least 20 freshwater fishable lakes.
There are three main rivers Eastern YAR / Western YAR and the River Medina This all contributes to the island being an answer to every fisherman's prayer.
An angler's dream.
This Island was made to be explored and to inspire freedom. With literally hundreds of miles of bridleways it is a great place to relax.The Island's warm climate means that there are lots of opportunities for all outdoor activities. Perfect for trying something new and extreme
Go on - let yourself go!
There are a number of excellent riding schools on the Isle of Wight where you can mount up for the day. This is a wonderful way to explore the many paths and bridleways that straddle the Island.
Events across the island - 2008
April
April 11th - April 13th Isle of Wight Jazz Festival
May
May 3rd - May 18th Isle of Wight Walking Festival
May 24th - May 26th Mountain Bike Festival
May 30th - June 1st Yarmouth Old Gaffers Festival
June
June 13th - June 15th Isle of Wight Rock Festival
June 28th Round the Island Yacht Race
June 29th - July 6th RORC Commodores Cup
August
Aug.2nd - Aug.9th Skandia Cowes Week
September
Sept.18th - Sept.21st White Air Extreme Sports Festival
Sept.19th - Sept.21st Isle of Wight Folk & Blues Festival