Mottistone Woods Bluebell Walk

A vibrant display of Bluebells in a peaceful woodland

Discover the enchanting beauty of Mottistone Woods, especially during the best time of year in late April to early May, when the bluebells are in full bloom. This short, picturesque walk offers a delightful experience for nature lovers and families alike.

Starting Point: Begin your journey at the National Trust car park in Mottistone Manor. From here, follow the marked path and take the right-hand fork to enter the main body of bluebells. This section of the walk immerses you in a sea of vibrant blue, providing a breathtaking display of these stunning flowers.

Path Description: Continue along this path as it winds up the hill to a stile. Crossing the stile, proceed straight up to reach the Longstone. The Longstone is a fascinating historical site, featuring two large megalithic stones that are steeped in local legend and offer a unique glimpse into the past. A great place to take a rest.

Return Route: From the Longstone, follow the track heading east. As you walk down the hill, take the opportunity to double back, leading you once again through the captivating bluebell woods. This circular route will guide you back to the National Trust car park, completing a serene and memorable walk.

Explore the natural beauty of Mottistone Woods and experience the wonder of bluebell season on this charming Isle of Wight walk.

Route Information

Parking

there is a free National Trust Car Park at Mottistone Manor which is at the start of the route. Click here for directions

Facilities

there are not facilities at the start/end of this route, but there are shops and pub in teh nearby village of Brighstone

Transport

the Number 12 bus runs right past the bottom of this walk. Click here for the timetable

Printable Map

You can download a printable map of the walk here: Printable Map (PDF)

GPX Download

You can download a GPX file for the route here. GPX Route Map

Mottistone Woods Bluebell Walk Gallery

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