Explore The Island’s Cycle Network

Embark on your cycling adventure from the historic quayside in the heart of Newport and explore the Island’s family friendly cycling network. 

Starting from our Riverside Hire Centre you can explore the island’s former railway lines, now predominantly traffic free cycleways.

There are many beautiful destinations awaiting you accessible via the Red Squirrel Trail and the National Cycle Route Network. Our most popular destinations include: 

• Havenstreet Steam Railway ~ the Island’s heritage railway centre 
• Quarr Abbey ~ the architecturally beautiful Benedictine Monastery and grounds
• Osbourne House ~ the former holiday home of Queen Victoria 
• The Garlic Farm ~ the destination for Garlic lovers 
• Appuldurcombe House ~ the perfect place for a picnic, once the grandest and most striking house on the Isle of Wight
• Cowes ~ the world famous home of sailing with a host of restaurants and independent shops to enjoy 
• Ryde ~ the quirky mix of traditional seaside fun, Victorian architecture and unexpected hidden gems
• Sandown ~ the home of golden sands 
• Shanklin ~ the charm of a proper seaside town
• Godshill ~ the quintessential English Village 

If you are looking for more ideas or inspiration on things to do on your day’s cycling head to our faves page. If you would like more information about our Newport Hire Centre including how to find us, parking and public transport arrangement please click here.

Cycling on the Island is a fun day out for all the family. We suggest packing a picnic, your swimmers and plenty of suncream, then you can relax and leave the rest to us.