Firestone Copse

Visitor information

Explore this attractive forest notable for its wide-ranging tree species, from Oak to soaring spires of Grand Fir

Located on the Isle of Wight, the rich woodland of Firestone Copse provides the perfect year-round destination for your next forest adventure. A wheelchair accessible trail allows excellent, ever-changing views of English Oak and Ash as well as coniferous Douglas, Cedar and Scots Pine.

At a glance

  • Walking trails
  • Dog walking
  • Picnic area

Things to do

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at Firestone Copse. Just bring along good food and company!

To prevent forest fires and reduce waste, please do not bring any barbecues into our...

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Firestone Copse has a range of paths that run through...

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