The Needles Headland and Tennyson Down

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In line with government guidance, our countryside space is open for local visitors to access for walks. We ask all visitors to follow guidance on social distancing to keep everyone safe.

Beautiful open downland,sheer chalk cliffs and dramatic sea views

Visitors walking through a garden in spring

Visiting this spring 

Our gardens, parks, cafés, shops and countryside locations are open to visit. Many houses in England and Wales have reopened, with houses in Northern Ireland expected to reopen from 24 May. Advance booking for visits helps us keep everyone safe and socially distanced. At quieter times such as weekdays, booking shouldn't be necessary, but to guarantee entry we recommend booking in advance, especially at weekends and bank holidays.

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The Needles Headland and Tennyson Down

Things to see and do 

The Needles Headland and Tennyson Down

A poet's corner of the Isle of Wight 

Enjoy one of the best picnic spots in Britain as you gaze over white chalk cliffs - just wrap up warm if you've visiting in the winter. Follow our walking trails and spot wildlife along the way.

An unusually quiet time at Tennyson Monument with all seats unoccupied

Follow in Tennyson's footsteps 

The monument on top of the white cliffs of Tennyson Down on the Isle of Wight can be seen for miles. You’ll find it’s a fairly steep climb on firm springy grass, but well worth the effort for the magnificent views.

View from Freshwater Bay of Tennyson Down, Isle of Wight

More about visiting the Isle of Wight 

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

Inspirational walks with views

A calm autumn evening over heather-covered Headon Warren looking out to the Needles

See the mainland 

Head on up Headon Warren for a breathtaking walk with splendid views of the mainland and a Bronze Age burial mound.

Two walkers setting out along the Needles headland

Energetic downland walk 

An invigorating downland walk, with a splendid view of the iconic Needles, plus a 19th-century fort, Cold War rocket test site and a monument to a Victorian poet laureate. And along the way you can refuel with a bite to eat from the Needles Old Battery tea-room.

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