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Mountains & hills · South East England

Mottistone Down

In or near Brook.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Mottistone Down — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 203 m.

The Longstone, Mottistone - geograph.org.uk - 5510141

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
  • Dog-friendly

About

Mottistone Down is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 203 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Compton Chine to Steephill Cove SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Mottistone Down SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Isle Of Wight

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Mottistone Down is a prominent hill located in South-East England. It offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape and is a notable site for walking and outdoor activities. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and diverse wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. The site is part of the Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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Coordinates
50.6607, -1.4266
Parish
Brighstone
Postcode
PO30 4EB
Parliamentary constituency
Isle of Wight West

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mottistone Down?
Mottistone Down is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode PO30 4EB), in the parish of Brighstone.
What is Mottistone Down?
Mottistone Down — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 203 m.
How do I get to Mottistone Down?
The nearest town is Brook. Drivers can use postcode PO30 4EB.
Is Mottistone Down a protected site?
Yes — Mottistone Down is part of the Compton Chine to Steephill Cove SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Mottistone Down SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Mottistone Down?
Drivers can navigate to postcode PO30 4EB. It sits within the Isle of Wight West parliamentary constituency.