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Bring your bikes from the mainland or hire locally Wightlink, Red Funnel Ferries and Hovertravel all allow foot passengers to take bikes onboard for free. If you can’t bring a bike or don’t have one it’s no problem. The Isle of Wight has plenty of cycle hire facilities. Head over to the Bicycle Island pages for more information.
Pop into the Visitor Information Centre for more ideas of inspirational days out.
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Some hire shops will even drop off your bike directly to where you are staying.
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We’re open Monday - Friday 9.30am - 3.30pm Saturday 10.00am - 2.30pm
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Get your adrenalin rush on the Chalk Ridge Trail
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Test yourself against some of the steepest hills on the Island. The route covers a variety of terrain from mud tracks to chalk paths following some bridleways. Not for the faint hearted!
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Go squirrel spotting on the Red Squirrel Trail
Whether you bring your own bike or hire one here, you can see the Island at your own pace.
Pick up hire bikes on the route at Shanklin, Cowes or Newport.
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Get aboard the Island Coaster bus to start your journey
The Island Coaster bus lets you get even further with your bikes. (Service runs April to end of September).
Discover Island restaurants and cafes at a lesiurely pace There are plenty of cycle friendly restaurants and cafes around the Island. Try the Pedlars Cafe on the Red Squirrel Trail for coffee and cake, or Off the Rails in Yarmouth for excellent food and first class service set in a stunning location. Many attractions, cafes and pubs offer secure cycle parking.
For full details of these Top 10 and other great ideas go to
www.visitisleofwight.co.uk
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Take your pick from 12 designated cycle routes (or mix it up)
Ride the whole of the Island You can ride around the Island in a day or spread your journey over 3 or 4 days for a more leisurely pace. The route is very well signposted so you can concentrate on the lovely scenery. Lots of baggage transfer services help you see the Island without needing a car.
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The Island Coaster bus takes 6 bikes and makes the journey from Ryde to Yarmouth hugging the south coast. Hitch a ride to help you explore more of the Island’s stunning scenery.
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Don’t take our word for it! The Island really is globally recognised as a cycling paradise rubbing shoulders with some of the world’s most iconic destinations.
The Red Squirrel Trail takes you coast to coast from Cowes to Sandown and Shanklin via Newport. Most of the trail is traffic free with few ascents making it perfect for a family ride with young children.
Leave your car behind and pick up a hire bike or have it dropped directly where you are staying.
We’re No.1 in the Lonely Planet’s ‘Top 10 World Cycling Routes’!
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Find the spots cars can’t reach
If you’re looking for some cycling suggestions there are 12 designated routes available. If you’re feeling energetic or want a bigger challenge you can join them up to make a lengthier ride.
The Island is best enjoyed at a slower pace and driving often means you can miss out some of the best places. Talk to us about finding the Island’s hidden gems accessible by bike.
Downloadable maps are available at our website www.visitisleofwight.co.uk
Some of the best views can only be seen from cycles and bridleways.