Taking part in the West Wight Wander us subject to the walk rules, which is for your own safety and the safety of others.
Each walker or group of walkers must carry OS Map 1:25,000, first aid kit and compass.
Each walker must have suitable footwear, carry spare food and drink and waterproofs.
No runners.
Each walker must show his/her tally at the checkpoints to checkpoint marshalls.
Any walker wishing to retire from the event may only do so at a recognised checkpoint where transportation back to the finish will be arranged.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WALKERS DO NOT JUST DROP OUT OR GO HOME WITHOUT TELLING ANYONE.
Anybody under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please observe the Country Code and keep dogs under strict control or on a lead.
All walkers (and their dogs !) take part at their own risk. In the event of an accident render first aid and notify a marshall.
West Wight Wander
Sunday 12 July 2009
The West Wight Wander is a 25 or 13 mile walk (depending on your preference) and takes in some of the most beautiful countryside on the west of the Isle of Wight.
The West Wight Wander is open to all United Kingdom Fire and Rescue Service serving and retired personnel.
The Route: The walk consists of two routes, 25 miles and 13 miles, to be completed by 1830hrs.
Both start and finish at Yarmouth Fire Station, Station Road, Yarmouth.
Following the coastal path to Alum Bay and The Needles, then to Freshwater, the short distance walkers return via the old railway track alongside the River Yar.
Long distance walkers continue along the coastal path and return via Newbridge and Shalfleet passing the National Trust property of Mottistone en-route. The walk takes in outstanding coastal and downland views.
A route description will be available to all walkers.
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map No: 29 will be marked with both routes and on display at the start of the events.
All walkers must register at the start and collect their tally for checkpoint purposes.
Registration will commence at 0745hrs for long distance walkers to start at 0830hrs and 0845 hrs for short distance walkers to start at 0930hrs.
Additional Information
Public toilets: Toilets are available at Alum Bay, Freshwater and Compton Bay.
Refreshments: All checkpoints will supply cold drinks and snacks.
First Aid: A first aider will be arranged if required.
Badge and Certificate: A certificate and embroidered badge will be presented to all walkers who
complete their route in the times allowed.
Entry Fee: Advance entry fee: £5.00 (£10.00 entry on the day)
All postal entries are to be received by 4 July 2009.
Ferries: For information on ferry times contact:
Red Funnel Ferries – Southampton to Cowes
Timetables and bookonline at: www.redfunnel.co.uk
Telephone: 0844 844 9988
Wightlink – Portsmouth to Fishbourne, Lymington to Yarmouth
Last year’s walk was held on 5 October but unfortunately the weather was extremely wet and windy and conditions underfoot were very soggy. There were very few walkers but those hardy souls that took part, apart from getting a good soaking, were able to enjoy some of the beautiful scenery on offer and appreciate the elements in action.
Having moved the event to a summer date it is very much hoped that the weather will be kinder and more people will be drawn to the island to be able to appreciate the fantastic beauty of the coast and landscape.
The Walking section organiser, as at May 2009, are Jan King, Fire Control Centre (janice.king@iow.gov.uk) and Trish Wendes, Fire Control Centre (trish.wendes@iow.gov.uk) or telephone 01983 525 121 (Fire Control).
The current annual walking section event is the West Wight Wander, which is a 25 or 13 mile walk (depending on your preference) and takes in some of the most beautiful countryside on the west of the Isle of Wight.
The West Wight Wander is open to all United Kingdom Fire and Rescue Service serving and retired personnel.
