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About

About Havenstreet and Ashey

Havenstreet and Ashey are picturesque rural communities nestled in the heart of the Isle of Wight countryside. Surrounded by rolling farmland, woodland and an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, the parish offers a peaceful setting rich in natural beauty. Havenstreet is best known as the home of the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, where the Island’s railway heritage is carefully preserved. Nearby Ashey enjoys elevated views across the surrounding countryside and retains much of its traditional rural character. With its strong community spirit, countryside charm and unique heritage, Havenstreet and Ashey provide a welcoming and thriving rural parish at the heart of the Island.

By Car

Havenstreet and Ashey can be reached via the A3054, which links the parish with Ryde, Newport and other communities across the Isle of Wight. Details of local road works and travel information can be found on the Island Roads website.

Buses

A regular bus service is provided by Southern Vectis on Route 33, which serves Havenstreet and connects the parish with Ryde and Newport, providing access to wider transport links and services across the Island.

Trains

Havenstreet Railway Station is the headquarters of the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, the Island’s award-winning heritage railway. The station has been carefully restored to recreate the atmosphere of a traditional steam-era railway and features period buildings, historic locomotives and heritage rolling stock. Steam trains operate regularly between Havenstreet and Wootton, with connections to Smallbrook Junction, where passengers can interchange with the Island Line.

Cycling

Havenstreet and Ashey are served by a network of quiet country lanes, bridleways and footpaths that connect the parish to neighbouring communities and the wider Isle of Wight countryside. National Cycle Route 22 passes close to the parish, linking the Island’s eastern and central areas and providing opportunities for cycling through some of the Island’s most attractive rural landscapes. The route forms part of the wider National Cycle Network, offering connections to nearby towns and attractions across the Island.

Fault Reporting

Please report lighting, street cleaning, animal, road, pavement, tree, hedge, grass, sign, bollard, seating, litter, fly tipping, dog bin and dog fouling problems direct Island Roads on 01983 822440

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