Whether you are staying on the Island or day-tripping from the mainland, Robin Hill is an easy place to find: we are centrally located just 4 miles to the east of Newport and easily accessible from the main ferry ports. There is ample free car parking at Robin Hill waiting for you.

You will find us at:

The southern end of Briddlesford Road
(at the mini roundabout near the Hare & Hounds Pub)

Downend, Nr Arreton, Newport Isle of Wight.
Our Post Code For sat nav’s: PO30 2NU

Please click here to find us on Google maps
Or here to find us on AA Route Finder

Directions from Island ferry ports:

See www.wightlink.co.uk or phone 0871 376 1000 for great day trip deals to the Island & Robin Hill all season!

40 minutes from Yarmouth by car: Take the A3054 east to Newport then follow the signs to Ryde to stay on the A3054. When you reach Wootton, turn right at the Cedars pub. Brown signs will direct you to Robin Hill at the next junctions.

15 minutes from Fishbourne by car: Turn right out of the terminal to get to the main road (A3054). Turn right towards Newport. When you reach Wootton drive through the village and turn left at the Cedars pub. Take the left turning after the Woodman’s Arms pub and follow Briddlesford road all the way to Robin Hill at the next mini roundabout.

From Ryde pier (as a foot passenger): take the train or walk down the pier to the esplanade and then take a two legged bus journey to Robin Hill via Newport (we are on the Newport-Sandown bus route 8) or take the Open topped “Downs Tour” bus that goes directly past the park. Booking a local taxi is another option. See below for bus & taxi links.

Go to www.redfunnel.co.uk for great ferry deals travelling from Southampton!

20 minutes From East Cowes by car: Drive out of the terminal following directions for Newport on the A3021. Turn left towards Ryde on the A3054. When you reach Wootton drive through the village and turn right at the Cedars pub. Take the left turning after the Woodman’s Arms pub and follow Briddlesford road all the way to Robin Hill at the next mini roundabout.

From West Cowes (as a foot passenger): take a two legged bus journey to Robin Hill via Newport (we are on the Newport- Sandown bus route 8).

Go to: www.hovertravel.co.uk for fast Solent crossings as foot passengers from Southsea to Ryde

From Ryde Terminal (as a foot passenger): Make your way towards the buses on the esplanade (near the pier) and then take a two legged bus journey to Robin Hill via Newport (we are on the Sandown bus route 8) or take the Open topped “Downs Tour” bus that goes directly past the park. Booking a local taxi is another option. See below for bus & taxi links.

Directions from other places by car:

From Blackgang Chine: Drive out of Blackgang and turn left on the entrance round-a-bout towards Chale. In the village of Chale turn right just before the church and head for Newport on the B3399. Stay on this road for about 3 miles, all the way to the crossroads/junction. Turn left here towards Newport/Rookley. At Rookley village turn right at the T junction onto the main road (A3020) towards Godshill. After 0.75miles take a turning left for Merstone. Drive all the way to and through the village to the main road (A3056) and turn right for Sandown/Arreton. After half a mile (and before the village of Arreton) turn off left at the junction towards East Cowes/Ryde (follow sign for Ferry). Follow this for a mile and the Robin Hill entrance is the third exit on the mini roundabout after the Hare & Hounds pub.

From Sandown/Shanklin: From either town follow signs to Lake or Newport. At Lake follow signs for Newport turning into the A3056. Drive for 6 miles or so to and through the village of Arreton. Turn right at the junction after Arreton Barns towards East Cowes/Ryde (follow sign for Ferry). Follow this for a mile and the Robin Hill entrance is the third exit on the mini roundabout after the Hare & Hounds pub.

Coming by Bus

Robin Hill is serviced by half hourly buses from Southern Vectis on Route no 8 between Sandown & Newport bus terminals. Please make your way to these terminals to get to the park.

From Ryde esplanade a Downs Tour open top bus service also operates hourly during the summer which goes right past the gates.

See www.islandbuses.info for time table information or phone 01983 827000

Coming By Taxi:

We recommend the following taxi service providers who can be cheaper and quicker than buses for 3 or more passengers and service the whole Island to and from the park.

Pete's Cars: call Pete on 07599126119 (mention the website for a preferential rate)
Amar Taxis: 01983 522968
Ryde Taxis: 01983 811111