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West High Down Archaeology Walk

Our journey into the landscape begins at the iconic Tennyson's Monument.

  • Booking essential

Join expert guide and archaeologist Kelly, from Discover Wight, and explore Tennyson and West High Down. Venturing west, the topography will tease us and change our perceptions of time and space. Encountering this ancient and liminal landscape we will begin to understand how it was made sacred by Bronze Age people.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £15.00

The basics

Booking details

Call kelly@discoverwight.co.uk

Suitability

Accompanied young people from age 13 are welcome.

Meeting point

National Trust High Down car park Alum Bay Old Road, Totland Bay, Isle of Wight PO39 0HY

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather. Sturdy shoes advised.

Accessibility

Expect some inclines, hills and possible steps. Moderate level of fitness required. Some off-road paths with uneven surfaces.

Contact info

Kelly Wetherick

Upcoming events

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.

Event summary

on
18 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30