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Tennyson Down Archaeology Walk

Join us on a gentle journey along an ancient route and see Tennyson Down through the eyes of the people who first shaped this landscape.

  • Booking essential

Walking in the footsteps of the ancestors, we’ll trace an ancient processional way hidden in plain site across this iconic landscape, giving you an experience of Tennyson Down like no other. As we pass neolithic monuments and take in sweeping views across land and sea, you’ll discover how prehistoric people understood this dramatic landscape and why they marked them as sacred with their enduring monuments.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £15.00

The basics

Booking details

Call isleofwight@nationaltrust.org.uk

Suitability

Accompanied young people from age 13 are welcome.

Meeting point

Afton Down car Park

What to bring and wear

Wear appropriate footwear. Some uneven ground including steep inclines and steps down. This is approximately a 3.5 mile walk.

Accessibility

Not suitable for those with mobility issues.

Other

Well behaved dogs on leads welcome.