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Merstone Station Picnic Area – Pedallers Café, Isle of Wight loop from Rookley

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Merstone Station Picnic Area – Pedallers Café, Isle of Wight loop from Rookley

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Merstone Station Picnic Area – Pedallers Café, Isle of Wight loop from Rookley

03:10

12.2km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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After 8.36 km for 62 m

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Bus stop

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147 m

Carved Rabbit Picnic Tables

Highlight • Rest Area

Gorgeous spot for a quick break and a snack. Check out the carvings on the picnic tables! 🐿

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205 m

This is the site of the former Merstone Station (previously Merstone Junction Station) but now the machines passing through have two wheels and are human powered, as the old railway line has been converted to a cycle track. The site is now a wildflower meadow and orchard.

Situated along the National Cycle Network route 23, Merstone Station was closed to passengers in 1956 and the natural environment has been gently reclaiming the area ever since. The old railway track was converted to a now well–used cycle path and the station is the perfect place to stop for a picnic along the way.

Gift to Nature took over the management of the site in 2016 and after consultation with the community are now in a position to start the work to create a more open and inviting space, along with some highly requested shelter and hand carved benches.

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2.62 km

Fulford Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Fulford Valley is close to the main road but feels so much further away. The footpath leading off into the field looks really intriguing during the summer. An adventure into the crops.

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