If you want to Walk for the Island’s Hospice but don’t fancy walking across the hills, then the new Flat Walk The Wight is for you. It is Sunday 16th May, 2010 - the same day as Walk the Wight.
The Flat Walk the Wight is 8 miles mainly along cycle tracks (which used to be the old railway line). It starts at Sandown High School and finishes at Thompsons Shide Trees outside Newport. The Walk will be marshalled, with a check point at Merstone after 5 miles, which will have water, toilets and toilets for the disabled. Shuttle buses, courtesy of Southern Vectis, will bring bring walkers to the start and from the finish.
For people who want to walk shorter distances there are access points at Lower Knighton, Horringford and Blackwater. Gates will be open along the cycle track, so it will be suitable for baby buggies and rugged wheelchairs. Please be aware that it is a gravel surface and not paved flat.
Registration is now open!
- There will be no one the day registration. You must register before Friday 30th April 2010.
- Register online here.
Start & Finish
The start is 9.30 - 11.30am at Sandown High School.
Tea and refreshments will be available at Horringford Farm Shop and Merstone.
The last finish will be 4pm, after which buses and marshalls cannot be guarranteed.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT OTHER PEOPLE MAY BE USING THE CYCLE TRACKS ON THE DAY, SUCH AS CYCLISTS AND HORSE RIDERS, SO STAY TO THE LEFT OF THE PATH.
Transport & Parking
- Registered Walkers can use any Southern Vectis bus on the day.
- Red Funnel Ferries are also offering discounted fares to walkers.
Any questions, please contact Hospice Fundraising on info@emhfunding.com or 01983 528989