Walk through farmland and downland with views over Arreton Valley exploring Isle of Wight Green energy projects.

Eco Valley Trail

Walk through farmland and downland with views over the Arreton Valley exploring Isle of Wight Green energy projects, including the Biomass complex. The walk takes you past historic Merstone manor then walk remnants of an old historic trail then along St Georges Down, descending down past Standen house to the old railway track - now part of the cycle trail – past the disused Blackwater station (closed by Beecham). Led by Naturezones' Nordic Pole walking instructor.

Length of walk: 5 miles (approx 2.5 hours)

Walk Cost: Donation to Naturezones

Walk Leader: John

Type of Walk: Circular

Start Location: Naturezones, Blackwater PO30 3BP Lat/long 50 672032

Pace of Walk: This walk will follow a moderate pace.

Walk grade: Mainly flat walking, on paths with good surfaces. No stiles, none or few steps

Walk Mobility: Walkers need to be reasonably agile and mobile. Not suitable for walkers with mobility impairment of any kind

Facilities:

Good walking footwear recommended

Family friendly

Refreshments are available

Toilets

There are stiles and steps

Nearest Bus Stop:

Bus No (3) - Stop Blackwater Mill and then walk from there. check your route: islandbuses.info (https://islandbuses.info)

Description supplied by the event organiser.