'PROVIDENCE'

Brambles Chine,Freshwater, Isle of Wight. PO409SU

Golf.

There are 9 courses on the island with Freshwater Bay only a short 10mins drive from Brambles chine

Freshwater Bay Golf Club

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.

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Horse Riding

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