Activities at Bembridge Fort and Downs

The chalk Culver Cliffs rise up behind Yaverland beach
Activity feature
Walking

Things to see and do at Bembridge and Culver Downs

Bembridge Fort and Downs, Isle of Wight

Let the stunning cliff-top views, history, birds, butterflies and downland natural life inspire you. Blow those cobwebs away walking, cycling, running, with your four-legged friend or flying a kite.

The ancient beacon site on Culver Down is used again, for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee
Walking trail

Fine Fortifications trail

Bembridge Fort and Downs, Isle of Wight

This short wheelchair-friendly fairly level walk with spectacular views will give you a fascinating insight into the Isle of Wight’s role in wartime defence and intelligence.

  • Easy
  • 1 hour
  • 1.8 miles (2.85km)
Blue sea and a ribbon of sand around Sandown Bay as seen from the cliffs of Culver
Walking trail

Circumnavigate Culver trail

Bembridge Fort and Downs, Isle of Wight

This short but energetic coastal walk, with spectacular views and interesting wildlife, will give you a fascinating insight into the Isle of Wight’s role in wartime defence and intelligence.

  • Moderate
  • 1 hour 30 mins
  • 2.8 miles (4.5km)
The bulk of Bembridge Down, topped by the nobbly Bembridge Fort, is viewed from beneath the sails of Bembridge Windmill
Walking trail

Bembridge and Culver Downs marshes trail

Bembridge Fort and Downs, Isle of Wight

An invigorating walk over the downs and RSPB Brading Marshes reserve, with splendid views of the coast and countryside and the opportunity to visit the Island’s only surviving windmill.

  • Moderate
  • 2 hours 30 mins
  • 6.5 miles (10.45km)