We are the Isle of Wight Ramblers. We arrange walks, monitor paths and help our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Serena H.
After the success of our New Year Grand Days Out in 2024 and 2025, another plan from Martin our mainland rambler friend who has kindly offered to lead a further winter walk to kick off 2026. Start the New Year off on the right foot - blow the cobwebs away and walk off some of those Christmas calories!
This is a "Save the Date" entry so please check back nearer the time for more details. However in general terms we will be taking the Wightlink ferry (as foot passengers) from Yarmouth to Lymington, for a circular walk from Lymington of approximately 10 miles. Hopefully a nice change of scene for us, some things of interest to see en route, and a pub or cafe stop. Route details will be posted here nearer the time, once recced.
Bring drinks, a packed lunch, and any other sustenance or supplies you require.
The leader for this walk is Martin B from Mid Sussex Ramblers (07973-340261), in conjunction with Serena H who is posting it (07564-811690). Although formal booking is not essential for this walk, it would be really helpful to Martin if members proposing to attend could where possible message Serena or post on the Whatsapp group, so that we have at least a rough idea of numbers on the day.
Travel
Quick little disclaimer please: I'll do my best to assist as regards time estimates, checking timetables, and suggestions re possible travel logistics, however with this as with all walks, your own travel arrangements are your responsibility so you need to satisfy yourself regarding your own individual needs.
This will be a full day’s walk, with stops - so, taking into account the limited daylight at that time of year, we will get a fairly early start. We will meet at Yarmouth ferry terminal to catch the 09.00 car ferry (as foot passengers), which arrives at Lymington at 09.40, where we will meet Martin, our walk to start at 09.45am. (These timings are based on current published Wightlink timetable , but will be checked and confirmed in due course, so please check back nearer the time).
It is obviously up to you how you get to Yarmouth:
It is on the No 7 bus route (please check back nearer the time for bus timings).
Or if you wish to travel by car, there is a payable car park in Yarmouth near the ferry terminal , or you may prefer to park, for example at Fort Victoria, and walk round.
You are responsible for buying your own ferry ticket. Please make your own enquiries into the most suitable ferry ticket. (This information may be added to nearer the time if anyone becomes aware of any relevant offers or discounts.)
Any mainland members interested in joining this Isle of Wight Ramblers walk, should join us at Lymington Pier for a 9.45am start from there.
Car share
In the interests of the air, parking, and non-drivers, if anyone is able to offer, or needs, a car share then please post on WhatsApp group. To join the group please message Serena on 07564 811690.
Drinks/packed lunch/snack. (This is a full day's walk - in particular please bring plenty of drink).
Depending on the weather, consider suitable clothing, footwear, walking pole(s), sun cream, drinks, and food. Watch out for ticks and remove ASAP. If you are unsure about your ability to undertake this walk, please contact the walks leader. If you need to leave the walking group, please ensure you inform the leader or back marker.
There may be sections of road walking so please walk in single file and take good care.
Wise to look at the website on the day in case of any changes or additional info. And in the event of bad weather please check back for cancellation and postponement notices. This is especially important on this occasion as it may impact cross-Solent travel. You can also check with Serena on 07564 811690.
New walkers welcome
If you are new to the Ramblers you can just turn up for any of our walks, unless we specify otherwise. We invite you to come along for three walks as a non-member.
Emergencies
It's very rare that an emergency occurs, but we may need info about
We'd ask you to make sure that we have ready access to this, if needed.
Some people may wish to carry an ICE (in case of emergency) card. We have Ramblers cards for this purpose. Do discuss this subject with your walk leader if it is of interest.
WhatsApp
If you would like to join the informal WhatsApp group (even just temporarily for this specific walk), please message Serena on 07564-811690.
Yarmouth - Wightlink ferry terminal Meet 08.45 for the 09.00am ferry
Lymington Pier for 09.45am start
