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Island Roasted Artisan Coffee from the Isle of Wight

Before I sat down to write this article, I made myself a coffee with Island Roasted ‘Mocha Blend Espresso’ beans. Our cat Aslan, sat annoyingly on top of everything as cats do but he gets away with it. Cat and coffee alongside, I was ready to write.     Possibly the most popular way to start every morning – with a cup of tea or coffee. For me it is always coffee and if I’m running late I may skip some steps in my routine but never the coffee! Though the varieties may vary, tea and coffee are staples around the world, with

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Top Tips For A Dog-Friendly Isle of Wight Holiday

When booking a holiday, many will choose to stay in the UK so that it is easier for them to bring their four-legged friends with them. There is no denying that dogs really are part of the family and you can guarantee that they will enjoy exploring somewhere new just as much as everyone else, so it is only fair that they get to come away with you. Thankfully, there are lots of brilliant dog-friendly holiday destinations in the UK and the Isle of Wight is definitely one of them. The Island is the perfect place for both countryside and seafront

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Cute Isle of Wight Cafes For Tea And Cake

It is fair to say that one of the best things about staying in self catering accommodation for your holiday to the Isle of Wight is that you get to enjoy all of the local restaurants, pubs and cafes during your trip. If you have ever been to the Island before then you will know that there are some incredible places to eat here and arguably, we have some of the best eating establishments on the south coast. Finding somewhere to enjoy a three-course meal in the evening tends to be quite easy on the Isle of Wight, but you need

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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