The Island Opens Up
Most of the Island’s attractions will be open by the end of May 2021 and some have been open since the end of March. Here’s our guide to when and how each attraction will be opening up for you. Remember, however, the rule of six, use sanitizer, keep your distance and wear masks in indoor areas. Model Village Godshill This wonderful miniature attraction opened on April 12th, and has a strict one-way system around the pathways, with passing places. The number of people entering the model village and gift shop is limited, and there are social distancing markings on the ground. Blackgang Chine This
Great news for Jack Up The Summer Event
We are absolutely delighted and extremely grateful to announce that we have been awarded lifeline funding thanks to the Government’s Cultural Recovery Fund to help face the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure our much-loved festival, Jack Up The Summer, has a bright and sustainable future. This funding will allow us to continue to deliver high-quality affordable, locally accessible, life-affirming musical entertainment, enabling people of all ages to enjoy the festival experience, whilst making a positive contribution to our Island community. As a completely independent, homegrown Island event, our ethos has always been to invest in local services and skills
Our Guide To The Best Isle Of Wight Accommodation For Families
Every year during the school holidays, lots of families will come to the Isle of Wight for their summer holiday and it is undoubtedly the perfect location for a summer getaway with your children, no matter how old they may be. There are so many things to do and places to see on the island that are brilliant for families and you definitely won’t be bored whether you spend your days at the beach or exploring the popular tourist attractions. When you’re planning a family holiday to the island, you will likely be wondering where is best to stay and you
Isle of Wight Deer Farm
Their tagline ‘natural farming for all to enjoy’ sums up Juan and Begonya’s philosophy beautifully. As we arrived at the Deer Farm in Carisbrooke we were amazed by the stunning grounds in front of us. We turned into the drive from the road and the hedge cleared, revealing green lawns and natural beauty with substantial dwellings in the backdrop. This really wasn’t what we were expecting; it seemed more like a country park or manor house than a farm. The view of the farm as we entered the grounds We parked up near the house and had a little look around to see
The Best Ways To See The Needles On The Isle Of Wight
Whilst the Isle of Wight has a number of popular tourist attractions that people from all over the world will come to visit every year, it is fair to say that by far the most famous attraction is The Needles. In case you don’t know, The Needles is a row of three distinctive stacks of chalk that rise about 30 metres out of the sea and you will find them on the western side of the Isle of Wight just to the southwest of Alum Bay. Every year, many tourists visiting the Isle of Wight will take pictures of these world-famous
Golfing on the Isle of Wight
If you’re a golfer, then you may want to visit a golf club whilst you’re holidaying on the Isle of Wight, and you’d be spoilt for choice. We have seven golf clubs spread around the Island, in stunning locations, plus a driving range. You could even come on a golfing themed holiday and try out all of our courses. The Island once boasted one of the very first links golf courses in the country, The Royal Isle of Wight Golf Club, at the Duver at St Helen’s. Many of the rules of golf were founded at this club, which sadly closed
Must-Visit Isle Of Wight Restaurants For Special Occasions
It isn’t uncommon for people to book a holiday to celebrate a special occasion, whether this is a big birthday, an anniversary or any other memorable life event, and spending some time with your nearest and dearest in a beautiful location is undeniably a brilliant way to celebrate. When looking for the perfect holiday destination for your special occasion, it is fair to say that the Isle of Wight is most definitely worth considering. Not only are there a number of brilliant things to do and places to see on the island that you can fill your days with, but there
Isle of Wight most ‘Instagrammable’ British island
This is great news! According to research by Island Cottage Holidays, the Isle of Wight has come out right at the top for ‘most Instagrammable’ British island. It will come as no surprise that the glistening shores, turquoise waters and lush fields of the Isle of Wight have placed this island at the very top of the list! Popular for its temperate climate and many wonderful attractions, the Isle of Wight has always been a favourite travel destination. For unbeatable Insta photos, you may wish to stop by the grand and enchanting Osbourne House, photograph footsteps in the sand at Freshwater Bay,
Swim The Wight Chilly Dipping March
Swim the Wight is a social enterprise that has been set up offering swimming experiences on the Isle of Wight. Profits will go to support those with mental and physical disabilities, health conditions or other disadvantage, to get into the sea and access the beaches around the Island.As the past year has been incredibly difficult for all charities, they have decided to raise money for Swim The Wight and also offer support to Mountbatten IW, which is close to their hearts, in what will be the first Swim The Wight Chilly Dipping event. Chilly Dipping March Throughout March we are asking people
Popular Luxury Self-Catering Isle of Wight Accommodation
When booking a holiday, for many it is much more convenient for them to have self-catering accommodation. Of course, this provides you with complete freedom when it comes to mealtimes and if you’re out and about exploring the island you won’t have to worry about being back at your accommodation in time for lunch or dinner. Not to mention, you can also enjoy all of the amazing restaurants that the Isle of Wight has to offer too. Thankfully, there are so many different accommodation options available when you’re wanting a self-catering holiday these days and even if you’re hoping to stay