Arreton Down

Downs, Moorland in Hampshire

England

Arreton Down

Access to the Old Railway An old railway line used to cross the road here. It is now a path and cycleway and a small parking area has been made at the crossing.
Access to the Old Railway Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Arreton Down is a picturesque area located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated on the Isle of Wight, it offers stunning views and is known for its diverse landscape of downs and moorland.

Covering an expansive area, Arreton Down is characterized by rolling hills and open grasslands. The downs, with their gently sloping terrain, are home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers alike. Visitors can witness a range of wildflowers, including vibrant orchids, as well as numerous species of butterflies and birds.

The moorland section of Arreton Down presents a different aspect of the landscape. Here, visitors can explore the heathland, which is covered in heather and gorse, creating a beautiful tapestry of colors throughout the year. The moorland is also home to several species of reptiles, such as adders and lizards, adding to the area's biodiversity.

Arreton Down offers breathtaking views, with the downs providing vistas of the surrounding countryside, while the moorland offers a sense of tranquility and isolation. The area is dotted with ancient burial mounds and historical sites, showcasing its rich heritage.

Numerous walking trails crisscross Arreton Down, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area. The trails are well-maintained and offer a range of difficulty levels, making them suitable for both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes.

Overall, Arreton Down in Hampshire is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the English countryside. Its diverse landscape, rich biodiversity, and captivating views make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the region.

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Arreton Down Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.681972/-1.2388987 or Grid Reference SZ5387. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Access to the Old Railway An old railway line used to cross the road here. It is now a path and cycleway and a small parking area has been made at the crossing.
Access to the Old Railway
An old railway line used to cross the road here. It is now a path and cycleway and a small parking area has been made at the crossing.
Cycleway Crosses the Road A signal controlled road crossing has been put in where the Newport Sandown Cycleway crosses the A3056.
Cycleway Crosses the Road
A signal controlled road crossing has been put in where the Newport Sandown Cycleway crosses the A3056.
Cycle Rack, Arreton Craft Village Part of a large site where craftspeople make and sell their products in a mixed collection of sheds and barns and new workshops.
Cycle Rack, Arreton Craft Village
Part of a large site where craftspeople make and sell their products in a mixed collection of sheds and barns and new workshops.
The Dairyman's Daughter's Yard Arreton Craft Village incorporates a pub restaurant called The Dairyman's Daughter.
The Dairyman's Daughter's Yard
Arreton Craft Village incorporates a pub restaurant called The Dairyman's Daughter.
The White Lion at Arreton Arreton is a long village with the pub at one end, near the church. The rest of the place straggles along the road for the next kilometre or so, mostly on this side only.
The White Lion at Arreton
Arreton is a long village with the pub at one end, near the church. The rest of the place straggles along the road for the next kilometre or so, mostly on this side only.
Recycling Site Entrance Notices at the gate say this is the entrance to Lynnbottom Waste Recycling and Standen Heath Landfill sites.
Just along from here is a badly designed double road junction with a roundabout and traffic lights which always seems to cause tailbacks.
The third time of being stuck in a line of traffic outside the entrance to the tip, I decided to take a picture of it through the car window.
Recycling Site Entrance
Notices at the gate say this is the entrance to Lynnbottom Waste Recycling and Standen Heath Landfill sites. Just along from here is a badly designed double road junction with a roundabout and traffic lights which always seems to cause tailbacks. The third time of being stuck in a line of traffic outside the entrance to the tip, I decided to take a picture of it through the car window.
Repairs at The Hare & Hounds A bit of work going on at the end.
The pub has lost a lot of foliage since <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5678344">SZ5387 : Hare and Hounds</a> from 12 years ago.
Repairs at The Hare & Hounds
A bit of work going on at the end. The pub has lost a lot of foliage since SZ5387 : Hare and Hounds from 12 years ago.
Turning for Newport Shute
Turning for Newport Shute
The Garlic Farm, near Newchurch
The Garlic Farm, near Newchurch
Barn at Heasley Manor Farm
Barn at Heasley Manor Farm
Sandown to Newport Cyclepath towards the A3056
Sandown to Newport Cyclepath towards the A3056
Sandown to Newport Cyclepath towards Merstone
Sandown to Newport Cyclepath towards Merstone
Sandown to Newport Cyclepath towards Merstone
Sandown to Newport Cyclepath towards Merstone
Sandown to Newport Cyclepath towards Merstone
Sandown to Newport Cyclepath towards Merstone
St George's Church Church dating originally from the 11th Century.  Grade I listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1209193?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1209193?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
St George's Church
Church dating originally from the 11th Century. Grade I listed - see LinkExternal link.
Style House and St George's Church Style House, on the left, dates from the early 17th Century, refronted in the 19th Century.   Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1209199?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1209199?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.  St George's Church, in the background, dates originally from the 11th Century and is grade I listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1209193?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1209193?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Style House and St George's Church
Style House, on the left, dates from the early 17th Century, refronted in the 19th Century. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link. St George's Church, in the background, dates originally from the 11th Century and is grade I listed - see LinkExternal link.
Pump Cottage and Lavender Cottage Pair of cottages on Arreton Street.
Pump Cottage and Lavender Cottage
Pair of cottages on Arreton Street.
Sunken Lane west of Arreton Sunken lane on footpath A28, part of the Bembridge Trail. This ancient track takes the walker up from Arreton Cross to St George's Down and on towards Newport.
Sunken Lane west of Arreton
Sunken lane on footpath A28, part of the Bembridge Trail. This ancient track takes the walker up from Arreton Cross to St George's Down and on towards Newport.
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Arreton Down is located at Grid Ref: SZ5387 (Lat: 50.681972, Lng: -1.2388987)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight

Police Authority: Hampshire

What 3 Words

///custard.amplifier.handover. Near Newchurch, Isle of Wight

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