Merstone

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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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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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Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is S$95 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
S$95
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Friendly staff and so helpful made it so easy to book in and pay for car park rooms got everything you need

Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026

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The Langstone Quays

The Langstone Quays

4 out of 5
Northney Road Hayling Island England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hayling Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
Staff friendly and helpful. The Dyson hot cold fan was brilliant. We enjoyed using the pool and steam room. Dinner in the restaurant was amazing!

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

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Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is S$108 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$108
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,258 reviews)
Lovely staff, well equipped room and excellent breakfast choices. Room layout was a bit odd but perfectly ok.

Reviewed on 11 Feb, 2026

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room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,201 reviews)
Friendly staff from the moment we set foot in the hotel. Clean and great vibe. Excellent food and drink. Rooms great design and spacious

Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026

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The Cliff House Hotel

The Cliff House Hotel

4 out of 5
Marine Drive West New Milton England
Stay at this holiday home in New Milton. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Barton-on-sea Beach and Highcliffe Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (409 reviews)
Room was clean if a little on the small side. View was beautiful.Bed was extremely comfy. Staff friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026

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Mill Rythe Coastal Village

Mill Rythe Coastal Village

2 out of 5
Havant Road Hayling Island England
Stay at this campsite in Hayling Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Portsmouth International Port and Gunwharf Quays ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (52 reviews)
Lodge was spotless when arrived. Went to Guest services to report problem with boiler not working. Before I had driven back maintenance staff had attended and rectified problem.

Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026

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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

4/5(1 review)

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 beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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

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

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

Robin Hill

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

Robin Hill

Things to do

Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket

Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket

S$15
per traveller
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Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Lymington Wildlife Discovery Walk

Lymington Wildlife Discovery Walk

S$31
per adult
Lymington Wildlife Discovery Walk
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth

S$17
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth
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