Isle Of Wight Autumn Walking Festival Opens For Bookings

Walkers can now book the first batch of events taking place during this year's Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival.

The festival will run from October 3 to 11, with routes covering the Island's coastline, countryside, wildlife and local history.

Walks will vary in length and difficulty, ranging from gentle outings to more challenging routes for experienced walkers.

Local volunteers will lead the events, sharing their knowledge of the areas visited along the way.

Most walks are free, although some require payment or invite participants to make a charitable donation. Advance booking is required.

Visit Isle of Wight, which organises the festival with sponsorship from Outdooractive, says the event also aims to encourage people to visit outside the main summer tourism season.

Chief executive Dominic Wray said the programme offered opportunities for experienced walkers as well as people simply looking to spend a few hours exploring the Island.

The first walks can now be booked through the Isle of Wight Walking Festival website.