The summit of Tennyson Down

Tennyson Down

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January 10th 2011
The coastal path between Freshwater and the Needles is managed by the National Trust, registered as Tennyson Heritage Coast, Site of Special Scientific Interest, and the Area of Outstanding Beauty, and offers breathtaking views of chalky cliff and rugged coastlines. Starting from Freshwater, the trail goes past the hillside where cows and rabbits are periodically grazing, myriads of blue wildf ... read more

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