Things to do on the Isle of Wight.
The Isle of Wight has much to offer. Try some of the ideas below.
The Pepper Pot (St Catherine's Oratory)
St. Catherine's Oratory, also known as the Pepperpot, is a medieval lighthouse on St. Catherine's Down near the souther...
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Hovercraft
Experience a unique ride on an Isle of Wight Hover Craft and take a trip to Southsea for the day. Fast hovercraft se...
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Tapnell Farm
Tapnell Farm was opened up to the public after dairy farming was moved to the mainland. Tapenll Farm Park was created to...
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Bembridge Fort
Restoration is underway for this old fort. The downs offer a splendid panoramic view and there is the Culver Haven Pub ...
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Island Planetarium
The Island Planetarium offers a fascinating journey through time & space; stimulating your imagination & mind, in the as...
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Cowes Yacht Haven
Centrally located, visitors have instant access to Cowes town centre, the Parade, with its range of Yacht Clubs, incl...
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Ryde Pier
At over 200 years old (built in 1814), Ryde pier has seen some changes. From a victorian pleasure pier with a concert p...
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Appuldurcombe House
In the mid 18th century, this house was built for the Worsley family. With stunning architecture, Appuldurcombe was once...
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Isle of Wight Pearl Centre
Isle of Wight Pearl is a jewellery store with in-house designers that can create unique items of pearl jewellery. The p...
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Medina Theatre
Medina Theatre is situated next to Medina Leisure Centre. It is a 425-seat community-based theatre, with a varied progr...
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St Boniface Down
With stunning views and a history going back centuries, St. Boniface Down is not to be missed if you love views, walks a...
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UKSA
Providing transformational opportunities for young people on the water to change their lives. We do this as a youth cha...
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Nunwell House and Gardens
Historic English Country House from the 14th century. Historical Architecture Guided Tours Stunning Garden ..
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Newport Cinema
Situated in the centre of the Island, Cineworld Isle of Wight is easily accessible from all ferry ports.................
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Shanklin Chine
It's an area of stunning beauty set inside a chine! A chine is a naturally occuring, steep sided valley formed by a r...
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Carisbrooke Castle
Carisbrooke Castle is a stunning real medieval castle built more than 800 years ago. Donkey driven fresh water well ...
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Red Funnel
Red Funnel travels between Cowes and Southampton offering a fast passenger service and a car ferry service. The latest...
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Yarmouth Harbour and Pier
Yarmouth Harbour has existed for hundreds of years and provides shelter for visiting mariners passing the Island. It i...
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The Old Smithy
The Old Smithy used to be the home of an old Black Smith we are lead to beleive. His ghost can be seen wandering around...
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Butterfly World Isle of Wight
Butterfly World offers an interactive experience for all ages, from butterfly walks, interactive koi feeding sessions to...
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House Of Chilli - CLOSED
House of Chilli's aim is not just to help the hardened chilliheads feel the burn, but to offer a range of products suite...
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Blackgang Chine
Lose yourself in the Land of Imagination at Blackgang Chine...the UK's oldest amusement park where you step out of the e...
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Farringford
This was the home of the Victorian Poet Laureate, Alfred Lord Tennyson from 1853 until his death in 1892. In 2017 it com...
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Culver Down
Culver Down is managed by the National Trust and has enough going on to keep you busy for a good afternoon. From a circu...
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Rosemary Vineyard
Rosemary Vineyard is one of the largest producers of English Wine. Covering 30 acres, Rosemary Vineyard is ideally plac...
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Godshill Model Village
Can you spot the model village in the model village? And look out for the cheeky streaker too.. Model Village Gre...
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Dinosaur Isle
An introductory exhibition gallery covers the geology and fossils of the Island in a walk back through time, taking the...
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Godshill Church
The name of the village derives its name from the legend that whilst the church was being built, the foundation stones ...
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Amazon World Zoo Park
Meet monkeys, crocodiles, snakes, birds and more at the zoo! Amazon World Zoo is concerned with conservation and rainfo...
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Ventnor Haven
Ventnor Haven has a cafe, bar, and has a local fishery. And as it's in Ventnor you can also visit all the seafront shop...
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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
From pocket sized primates to powerful predators we have an incredible variety of animals at the Wildheart Animal Sanct...
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Brading Doll Museum
This cottage museum was established in Brading, Isle of Wight in 1974, and was formed from the private doll collection s...
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Sandown Pier
The pier in Sandown has been standing since 1876 and was opened as a pleasure pier in the true Victorian style. Bow...
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Ryde Cinema
The old commodore cimema in Ryde was opened in 1936, 3 years before World War Two and was the largest on the Island unt...
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Brading Roman Villa
The Romans had a large influence on the Isle of Wight (did you know they called the Island 'Vectis'?). You can view all...
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Yarmouth Castle
If you visit or pass through Yarmouth then take a couple of hours to pop into Yarmouth Castle. Stunning views and a his...
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Appley Beach
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Shipwreck Centre
The Shipwreck Centre and Maritime Museum contains atrifacts from shipwrecks over the centuries. There are several exhi...
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Shanklin Theatre
A popular theatre opened in 1879 and still staging popular productions. Community Owned Visit to Support Musica...
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The Needles New Battery
A small exhibition in the underground rooms of The New Battery, further up the headland, reveals the astonishing and li...
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Classic Boat Museum
The Museum exhibits restored boats and associated artefacts, with records of the part played in their construction and...
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Garlic Farm
The Garlic Farm on the Isle Of Wight is more than a farm. Not only is there the farm that you can walk around or be driv...
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Owl and Monkey Haven
The Isle of Wight Owl & Monkey Haven takes in owls & monkeys injured in the wild or from zoos & private collections. ...
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Havenstreet Steam Railway
The Island used to have 54 miles of railway most of which were closed in the 1960's. Luckily this working steam railway ...
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Robin Hill Adventure Park
Robin Hill Country Park is an 88-acre attraction located on the Isle of Wight, offering a mix of family adventure, rid...
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Lakeside
The Lakeside Hotel & Spa offers fine dining and various events througout the year. Set in a stunning location near Woott...
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Garlic Festival
The Isle of Wight Garlic Festival is a unique event in the Island calendar and another one of those 'must do' visitor at...
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Arreton Barns
You will be surprised by what there is to do at Arreton Barns. There is a farmers shop, craft shops, clothes shops. Ther...
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Mottistone Manor Garden
Next to the world-famous Mottistone Estate, the Mottistone Gardens are truly beautiful and one of the main attractions ...
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Alum Bay Glass
Alum Bay Glass started in 1972 in Freshwater,I.O.W Under the name Island Glass. It is now part of the Needles Landmark ...
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Chale Show
The Chale Show is one of the Island's most popular summer events. Held during the summer holidays each year it boasts so...
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Donkey Sactuary
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary is a great place to spend an hour or so. Especially if you like donkeys. Donkey...
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Compton Bay
Compton Bay is to be found on the southwest coast of the Isle of Wight. It has a white chalk cliff and part of its edge ...
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Bembridge Fresh Fish
OK, this is not a proper 'day out' attraction but you must visit this shop if you like fish. Using their own fishing bo...
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Ryde Harbour
Ryde Harbour is situated on the seafront on the north-east coast of the Isle of Wight. The Harbour is ideal for famil...
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Bembridge Windmill
This little gem is a Grade 1 listed building and one of the island's most iconic images. Built around 1700, it last op...
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The Needles Landmark Attraction
The Needles Park offers a range of attractions for all ages including boat trips, coloured sands, sweet factory, glass m...
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Quarr Abbey
Quarr Abbey is home to a small group of Benedictine monks who strive to dedicate their lives to the glory of God, and w...
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Landslip
Bonchurch Landslip is managed by the National Trust and has to be towards the top of your must-visit list of things t...
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Trinity Theatre Cowes
Find out what to do on the Isle of Wight from beautiful sea views to historical houses and golden beaches. The Island has something for everyone.
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Cowes Maritime Museum
The Museum displays a selection of objects and images which help to tell the story of Cowes and its important maritime ...
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The Needles Old Battery
A spectacular cliff-top fort built in 1862 with exhibitions and displays exploring how the fort was used from the days o...
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Bembridge Lifeboat Station
Bembridge lifeboat station is classified as a key station by the RNLI and is strategically situated in the Solent, home ...
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Osborne House
Osborne House was Queen Victoria's holiday home on the Isle of Wight. And a royal seaside palace you are unlikely to see...
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Quay Arts Centre
The Quay Arts Center in Newport has something going on all the time. From comedy to exhibitions, Theatre to art classes...
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Newtown Old Town Hall
Built on the foundations of the old mediaeval town hall in the 1600's, this building was used to send MP's to parliament...
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Fort Victoria Model Railway
A huge model railway with stunning attention to detail sweeping through tunnels, mountains & model villages. Model r...
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Superbowl
A ten pin bowling alley and more attached to the historic pavillion in Ryde. Bowling Laser Quest Birthday Pa...
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