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About Yarmouth
Yarmouth is located on the western side of the Island and
the town has grown up as a result of its natural harbour,
which is guarded by Yarmouth Castle, a fortification built to
protect the Solent from invading forces by Henry VIII in 1547.
The Harbour attracts many yachts and motor cruisers which take
advantage of the estuary afforded by the River Yar.
This is a bustling town which has an active community all year
round. Wightlink Ferries dock here from Lymington, the
crossing taking just half an hour. It is the boats and yachts,
however, which attract much of the business and custom. The
square has a varied range of shops and delightful eating
establishments and if you have not been to Yarmouth before,
but feel it looks familiar, it is because much of the TV
series “Rocket to the Moon” was filmed here.
From Yarmouth you can pick up a boat which will take you
fishing in the Solent or perhaps off the Needles. There are
also walks along the promenade and the former railway track,
called “The Causeway”, which provides a delightful walk
through trees and along the banks of the Yar. This will take
you towards Freshwater and while you are walking you might see
one of the Islands red squirrels, a fox or many species of
birds.
The Pier at Yarmouth is also a great place to go fishing.
Trips leave from there for various destinations, and in the
later summer months, the Waverley, an old paddle steamer,
collects people for a round trip of the Island. If you think
the Island is beautiful now, wait ‘til you’ve seen it from the
sea.
Yarmouth has several good holiday centres which cater for
families and one that is adults only. There are also touring
and camping sites, guest houses and hotels. In fact, some of
the more upmarket hotels are located around the Yarmouth area.
Isle of Wight Photo Galleries
Colwell | Freshwater Bay | The Needles | Totland Bay | Yarmouth
Weather in Yarmouth
Transport Links
- Bus - Southern Vectis
- Ferry - Red Funnel, Wightlink or Hovertravel
- Plane - N/A
- Train - Island Line
