Culver Down and the Yarborough Monument

At a Glance

Distance

4.5 km (2.8 miles)

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

1 hr 35 min

Walk Type

Coastal, Historic

Route Type

Circular

Off Lead Potential

Low

Livestock Risk

High

Facilities

Culver Haven Inn (private) by the Yarborough Monument, described as walker and dog friendly, with toilets for customers; seasonal kiosk opposite the monument; no public toilets.

Parking

National Trust car park at Bembridge Fort, Culver Down Road, free to everyone (nearest postcode PO36 8QY).

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Culver Down and the Yarborough Monument dog friendly?

  Culver Down scores a solid 7 out of 10 for dog friendliness. The National Trust manages the open land on top of the headland, the 4.5km circuit starts from a free car park, and the Culver Haven Inn by the Yarborough Monument is described as very walker and dog friendly, making it a pleasant place to finish your walk.

• Can dogs be off lead at Culver Down and the Yarborough Monument?

  Dogs need to be kept on a lead when passing the Charolais cattle that graze the down, so you won't have complete freedom to let them roam throughout. The clifftop path also runs close to sheer chalk cliffs, so keeping dogs under close control near the boundary fence is strongly advised even where a lead isn't strictly required.

• What should I know before visiting Culver Down and the Yarborough Monument with my dog?

  There are a few things worth planning for before you head out. There's no shade or water on the headland, so bring plenty of water for your dog on warm days. The grassy paths include some stony, slippery chalk with around 145 metres of ascent, and the clifftop drops away sharply in places, so stay inside the boundary fence. Livestock are present, so leads are essential near the cattle herd.

National Trust Car Park at Bembridge Fort, Culver Down Road, Sandown PO36 8QY

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