Freshwater Bay

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Picture taken a very short walk up the cliffs from the beach.
Picture taken a very short walk up the cliffs from the beach.
View Towards Fort Redoubt, Freshwater, Isle of Wight Fort Redoubt, in the centre of picture, is now a private residence, overlooking Freshwater Bay. The footpath appears to have been recently re-routed, with two paths crossing this field, meeting at the point at which I was standing.
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Fort Redoubt, Isle of Wight This converted fort, now a private residence, overlooks Freshwater Bay. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freshwater_Redoubt
Photo by Peter Trimming (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Canoes in Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight Looking towards Stag Rock, on the right; Mermaid Rock, and the remains of Arched Rock. The canoeists had calm conditions, with hardly a breeze.
Photo by Peter Trimming (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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4 out of 5
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3 out of 5
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4 out of 5
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Popular places to visit

Colwell Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Colwell Bay Beach during your trip to Freshwater? Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

Colwell Bay Beach

Freshwater Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Freshwater Bay Beach during your trip to Freshwater Bay? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Freshwater Bay Beach

Afton Park

Explore the great outdoors at Afton Park, a lovely green space in Freshwater Bay. Wander the lush forest and seaside in this relaxing area.

Afton Park

Dimbola Lodge

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Dimbola Lodge during your travels in Freshwater Bay. Amble within the lush forest or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Dimbola Lodge

Golden Hill Fort Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Golden Hill Fort Country Park, a lovely green space in Freshwater. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

Golden Hill Fort Country Park

St Agnes Church

After visiting St Agnes Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Freshwater Bay. Amble around this relaxing area's lush forest and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

St Agnes Church

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