ements furnish the visitor
with a magnificent view of the country in every direction. The
steps, seventy-two in number, are somewhat steep. The walls are
covered with climbing plants. Shelter is afforded by trees and
bushes, while access is given at the back of the ancient buildings
in the Castle, to facilitate escape in case of surprise.

[Illustration: _Carisbrooke Village._]

CARISBROOKE VILLAGE.--The village of Carisbrooke is beautifully
situated. The Church, embowered among the trees, stands on an elevated
site close to the Priory, with which it was associated. The Chancel
was destroyed in Queen Elizabeth's reign by Lord Walsingham, whose
obligation it was to have kept it in repair. The Pulpit is a relic
of Puritan times, dated 1658, very small and plain. It was evidently
not intended for the preacher to sit down, as nails stick up in
the very small seat. The Lukely stream runs through the village.
The view here shown is taken from the Beech Grove, a very beautiful
walk leading to Carisbrooke Castle.

[Illustration: _Quarr Abbey, W. Ryde._]

QUARR ABBEY, W. RYDE.--The distance of the Abbey from Ryde is about
three miles. It is a favourite walk from Spencer Road, via The
Lovers' Walk, past Binstead Church, through Quarr Wood. This portion
is occupied as a farm, but remains of the old Abbey are scattered
about, portions still standing to testify its extent and importance.
The walk may be continued through the archway on to Fishbourne. In
the wood the daffodil is plentiful, primroses, lungwort, and the blue
iris also abound in their season. The Wood has been very extensively
quarried for the limestone, with which Winchester Cathedral and
many Churches were built. There are pathways through the Wood down
to the shore, forming very pleasing vistas through the overhanging
trees.

[Illustration: _Spencer Road, Ryde._]

SPENCER ROAD, RYDE.--It is an advantage for a town to possess pleasant
shady walks within a short distance of its main streets. Ryde is
favoured in this respect. Within five minutes' walk from the Town
Hall, passing St. James' Church, is Spencer Road. It is a favourite
promenade, enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. A morning stroll
in spring when birds are singing from every bush and tree is very
delightful. It is a fine avenue extending several hundred yards
and opening out into the main road to Newport. By entering the
gate on the right at the junction, the walk may be continued past
B