A trail on the Isle of Wight has been named among the greatest circular walks in Britain, according to The Telegraph.

The Freshwater Bay walk on the island was included among 14 others in the list from the publication.

Discussing the creation of the list they wrote: "We’ve tramped about the country looking for some of the loveliest loops – circular walks that you can do in a full day or less, that pack a lot into a little.

"These shortish routes variously open up big views, are peppered with ancient sites, follow in historic footsteps, wend amid majestic scenery, offer opportunities to spot all sorts of wildlife or pass charming tearooms."

The full list of the 15 greatest circular walks in Britain can be found on The Telegraph website here.

What did The Telegraph say about the Freshwater Bay walk?

At a distance of 7.8 miles (or 12.6km), the Freshwater Bay walk is described as 'moderate' in difficulty.

The Telegraph writes: "This south-west Isle of Wight circuit combines icons both natural and cultural.

"There are views of The Needles sea stacks, part of a chalk ridge that once linked the Island to Dorset.

"And there are echoes of Tennyson – the poet moved here in the 1870s and walked daily on the downs."

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Points of note along the route include the Tennyson Monument marking West Wight’s highest point,  the National Trust’s Needles Batteries and Farringford House.

The Telegraph also praises the walk for its opportunities to spot species of butterfly and fauna as "in summer the rich grassland is bright with pyramidal orchids and Adonis blue butterflies".

In terms of where to eat they say: "Freshwater Bay’s Piano Cafe does snacks and lunches. The Red Lion in nearby Freshwater does good pub food."