Merstone Travel Guide

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Cyclist on NCN 23 The old Sandown to Newport railway line now forms a level traffic-free cycle route between the same towns, here being enjoyed by one cyclist.
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Cyclist on NCN 23 The old Sandown to Newport railway line now forms a level traffic-free cycle route between the same towns, here being enjoyed by one cyclist.
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NCN 23, near to Merstone, Isle of Wight, Great Britain. Looking north-west towards Newport, this is the former Sandown to Newport railway line now used as a cycle trail. The minor road crossing here still uses the original bridge, whilst the crossing in the distance by the blue horsebox (Merstone Lane) is a former level crossing.
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Footpath towards Pagham Just one of the network of footpaths, bridleways and cycle tracks in this square. The bridge leads from the Sandown to Newport cycle track onto a footpath across arable land. People seem to have had two goes at defining a line. The small woodland is not shown on the map.
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Footpath towards Merstone The path skirts the south-eastern edge of this field, heading towards Merstone. It meets National Cycle Network route 23 (on the old railway line) at the hedge at the end of the field.
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Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is ₹5,361 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
₹5,361
₹6,433 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Very nice and clean room and the reception staff were very helpful.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Novotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is ₹6,885 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
₹6,885
₹8,261 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,728 reviews)
Lovely room.spotless

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
The Langstone Quays

The Langstone Quays

4 out of 5
Northney Road Hayling Island England
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The price is ₹7,816 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
₹7,816
₹9,379 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hayling Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Nice rooms, staff and beds

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

The Langstone Quays
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room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,187 reviews)
All good! The hotel was very clean . Same as the room. The girls liked the idea of the loft bed. We had breakfast and it was nice.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

room2 Southampton Hometel
Mill Rythe Coastal Village

Mill Rythe Coastal Village

2 out of 5
Havant Road Hayling Island England
Stay at this campsite in Hayling Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Portsmouth International Port and Gunwharf Quays ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
Lovely stay in a luxury van. Easy access, large TV, free wifi, and a fully fitted kitchen. Van was lovely and warm (January) but no idea how the heating system worked!

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Mill Rythe Coastal Village
Central Versatile Studio

Central Versatile Studio

2 out of 5
1 Aylward St Portsmouth England
Stay at this apartment in Portsmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard are located nearby.
6/10 (1 review)
property just down rd from the hard. Hard to find without prior knowledge. Entry was difficult becuase the entry system at first took a lot of doing. It is on a safe system that needs imput from the owners and a no to get the small safe to drop and reveal the key to apt. Not able to get TV or internet ...

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Central Versatile Studio
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Popular places to visit

The famous Isle of Wight Festival. One of the best festivals in the UK. Held the second weekend in June each year.

Seaclose Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Seaclose Park, a lovely green space in Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Seaclose Park
Carisbrooke Castle is a historic motte-and-bailey castle located in the village of Carisbrooke, near Newport, Isle of Wight, England. Charles I was imprisoned at the castle in the months prior to his trial The site of Carisbrooke Castle may have been occupied in pre-Roman times. A ruined wall suggests that there was a building there in late Roman times. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle mentions that Wihtgar, cousin of King Cynric of Wessex, died in AD 544, and was buried there. The Jutes may have taken over the fort by the late 7th century. An Anglo-Saxon stronghold occupied the site during the 8th century. Around 1000, a wall was built around the hill as a defence against Viking raids.

Carisbrooke Castle

Find out about the history of Newport with a stop at Carisbrooke Castle. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its lively bars.

Carisbrooke Castle
Pretty little shop front

Calbourne Water Mill

You can find out about the history of Mottistone with a stop at Calbourne Water Mill. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Calbourne Water Mill

Robin Hill

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Robin Hill as part of your trip to Havenstreet and Ashey. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Robin Hill

Monkey Haven

See the exotic and native animals who live at Monkey Haven during your trip to Newport. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Monkey Haven

Compton Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Compton Beach during your trip to Newport? Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

Compton Beach