Borthwood Copse

Paths wind through ancient oak woodland with sunny glades

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Red squirrel on a tree trunk

Squirrel Spotting in Borthwood Copse 

Guided, Fri 21 Dec 10.30am, gentle two hour walk. If you join our guided walk through the woods this Christmas, you may discover someone dressed in red and white leaping high above. Not Father Christmas, but a rare red squirrel. And with tasty mince pies for afters, the whole family can enjoy some fresh air and have a truly magical start to the festive season. Please book your place on 01983 741020.

Great Spotted Woodpecker feeding young at nest hole

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Red squirrels, carpets of woodland flowers and plenty of trees to line your walk, Borthwood Copse is a fantastic place to relax, unwind, enjoy a stroll or let off some steam. Bring the whole family and enjoy getting closer to nature.

Red squirrel in Borthwood Copse, Isle of Wight

Spot red squirrels 

The Isle of Wight is unique because there are no grey squirrels. Borthwood Copse manages woodland to support the red squirrel and is a great place to spot this endangered British Native.

A group of walkers pass below the beeches in Borthwood Copse

Walk our trail 

This short atmospheric walk in a secluded part of the Island takes you through woods that are home to an Isle of Wight speciality: the red squirrel.

View from Freshwater Bay of Tennyson Down, Isle of Wight

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Whether its walking, cycling, family fun, wildlife or history that interests you, you can find it all on the Isle of Wight.

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People on the beach at Compton Bay, Isle of Wight

Winter walks on the Isle of Wight  

A walk across a magical frost covered landscape is the perfect way to warm through on a chill winter’s day. Wrap up warm and join one of our guided walks, or download one of our suggested trails, and discover the beautiful Isle of Wight countryside this winter.

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Squirrel Spotting walk

Fri 21 Dec 2018
10:30-12:30
Come along on our guided walk this Christmas around Borthwood Copse to see if you can spot something truly magical: a rare red squirrel.
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Looking out of open doors to the garden of Mottistone Manor Farmhouse, Isle of Wight

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Watch boats sail past from your bed, explore meadows and woodlands on your doorstep, or relax with a with a good read. Book a holiday in one of our cottages and find somewhere new to explore.

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