St Catherine's Oratory

One of the Best Places To Visits in Niton Frequently mentioned in reviews: Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. Medieval at the summit of a hill, enjoying superb views. On a clear day, it feels like most of the Isle of Wight is visible from this spot. The is instantly recognisable thanks to its pointed top and stout buttresses (these were added later to stabilise the structure, as it was originally designed as a part of a church, not a free standing tower). There's an information board by the explaining more about its history. The nearest parking is at Blackgang Old Viewpoint, around a 5-10 minute away at the foot of the hill. There are no other facilities but the site is free to visit and open every day, all year round. Interesting story of why it was built in 1328 as penance for salvaging wine from a wrecked ship and drinking it. Turns out the wine belonged to the church. Design does look like a primary school boy's interpretation of a space rocket 🚀 Trig point nearby So there are two reasons for visiting I'd say, 1 the which are spectacular, 2 you're trying to get decent mobile signal on the IoW which is it seem 'the land Vodaphone forgot'. Anyway there's a good sized car park at the bottom of the by the road, from there its a 15-20min uphill to the Oratory (and phone mast). You can stop and take photos along the way, you can see as far as the Needles. Taking photos is a good excuse for stopping and catching your breath if you're not as fit as you might be too. ;0) Its a modrate slope all the way up witha steeper and somewhat roughr section near the top. At the top, which is only a few feet short of being the highest point* on the you can see all round for miles. There is livestock roaming around (cows) which due to the hills you might not see until you're in the field with them. They seem unfazed by people, but keep your dog on a lead. *Now, there's a barrow on this hill, which is 'man made' and as such I don't think would be recorded as part of the hill's height. Stood on that I think you are on the island's highest point, and GPS seems to agree. A monument and sea landscape in south of isle if Wight. Located in top of a hill. I had to up an incline about half a mile through 2 cattle fields to reach St Catherine's Oratory. You can see for miles at this point. Interesting place to see while visiting isle of Wight. Not very well signposted and easily missed if you're not careful. However, parking is on the one side of the road and the pathway through the field is on the opposite side. It is a bit of a and uphill too. Wellworth the and the from the Oratory and worth the effort. Although you can go inside the Oratory, there is no stairs up into the and very little room inside for 2 people. Open 24 hrs, a bit of a long going up! Free to visit. Worth the short, slightly steep to the top. Lovely all around from one of the highest points on the Island. There is a free car park at the start of the as well. Incredible view, nice and a stunning landmark Parking was not the best and was quite busy, especially considering it was midday Wednesday! The pepperpot (and salt pot which is the telecoms mast) lie on the top of the and are both a very good to. When you are at the top of the the are amazing, you can see the whole of the Isle of Wight. It would be best to go at sunset or sunrise. Beware, the can be steep. Great views. Check the weather, plan your visit accordingly. You will need to for half a mile at least! A fantastic spot to have a picnic and watch the sunset. Beautiful Great little place. Has an information board telling you about it. A good little to have a picnic (if you dont have a big cooler) there's parking opposite it with picnic benches. Fantastic across the on a clear day. It's a hike up the hill. One of the highest points on the island, a great location to catch the sunset over the bay. Parking is avaliable on the other side of the road. Only negative is it's quite steep up and there were some cows around the (we have dogs so kept them on leads). Worth a visit for an hour or so all around in the evening, can on to a monument also. Beautiful from Niton up to St Catherine's Oratory with over the and from Portsmouth to Harry's Rocks, Dorset Very cool up the and wild experience in really windy conditions. Beautiful part of the island. Throughly enjoyed it. You can see both coasts of the island. If you don't mind walking up a steep hill, it's well worth it, perfect for a picnic. Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites. See how the number of reviews and average review scores have changed over time.