Mick & Vicki’s guidebook
Sightseeing
One of the best coastal walks in England, with the sea on both sides in places. If you like walking and haven’t walked Tennyson down please do. Just 5 minutes from us.
Alum Bay is well known for its multi-coloured sand cliffs and stunning views across the Solent. Many homes around the world have a glass object filled with sand as a memento of a visit to Alum Bay and The Needles, but perhaps less well known is the recent history of Alum Bay.
Approximately 70 million years ago, the sea bed rose, was eroded and then sank beneath the sea again. The new sea was shallow and it laid down a series of sands and clays. Some 10 million years later, movement in the bedrock caused these sediments to be pushed nearly vertically to form the multi-coloured cliffs that are visible today.
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Alum Bay
Alum Bay is well known for its multi-coloured sand cliffs and stunning views across the Solent. Many homes around the world have a glass object filled with sand as a memento of a visit to Alum Bay and The Needles, but perhaps less well known is the recent history of Alum Bay.
Approximately 70 million years ago, the sea bed rose, was eroded and then sank beneath the sea again. The new sea was shallow and it laid down a series of sands and clays. Some 10 million years later, movement in the bedrock caused these sediments to be pushed nearly vertically to form the multi-coloured cliffs that are visible today.
One of the best coastal walks in England, with the sea on both sides in places. If you like walking and haven’t walked Tennyson down please do Just 5 minutes from us.
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Tennyson Trail
One of the best coastal walks in England, with the sea on both sides in places. If you like walking and haven’t walked Tennyson down please do Just 5 minutes from us.
15 minutes by car, great for families with Children under Twelve. Try our self catering sleepe Four, The old Kitchens if you are coming for a week also on Air B&B
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Blackgang Chine
15 minutes by car, great for families with Children under Twelve. Try our self catering sleepe Four, The old Kitchens if you are coming for a week also on Air B&B
The quintessential romantic castle, Carisbrooke has been an Elizabethan artillery fortress, a king's prison and a royal summer residence. Here you can meet the loveable donkeys and see them work, visit a fascinating museum and see the castle's Edwardian garden. Experience far reaching panoramic views from high castle walls and place yourself at the very heart of the Isle of Wight's History.
Carisbrooke's Princess Beatrice Garden was awarded 1st place in the category of Best Small Tourist Attraction by Isle of Wight in Bloom 2017.
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Castillo de Carisbrooke
Castle HillThe quintessential romantic castle, Carisbrooke has been an Elizabethan artillery fortress, a king's prison and a royal summer residence. Here you can meet the loveable donkeys and see them work, visit a fascinating museum and see the castle's Edwardian garden. Experience far reaching panoramic views from high castle walls and place yourself at the very heart of the Isle of Wight's History.
Carisbrooke's Princess Beatrice Garden was awarded 1st place in the category of Best Small Tourist Attraction by Isle of Wight in Bloom 2017.
It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot" said Queen Victoria of Osborne House, her palatial holiday home on the Isle of Wight. Visit Victoria and Albert's private apartments, their bathing beach and children's play-cottage for an intimate glimpse of royal family life. Then stroll through the garden terraces where the stunning views across the Solent reminded Prince Albert of the Bay of Naples.
Osborne reflects Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's passions, tastes and style. Ornate furnishings and artefacts from The Royal Collection fill rooms and corridors where Victoria entertained heads of state, inventors, princess and princesses and ruled the vast British Empire.
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Osborne House Osborne House Estate
It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot" said Queen Victoria of Osborne House, her palatial holiday home on the Isle of Wight. Visit Victoria and Albert's private apartments, their bathing beach and children's play-cottage for an intimate glimpse of royal family life. Then stroll through the garden terraces where the stunning views across the Solent reminded Prince Albert of the Bay of Naples.
Osborne reflects Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's passions, tastes and style. Ornate furnishings and artefacts from The Royal Collection fill rooms and corridors where Victoria entertained heads of state, inventors, princess and princesses and ruled the vast British Empire.
With some incredible day and night time experiences to be found throughout the season, Robin Hill, set in 88 acres of beautiful countryside really is the destination for visitors of all ages looking for outdoor fun, adventure and great family experiences.
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Robin Hill
Downend RoadWith some incredible day and night time experiences to be found throughout the season, Robin Hill, set in 88 acres of beautiful countryside really is the destination for visitors of all ages looking for outdoor fun, adventure and great family experiences.
Yarmouth Castle, Isle of Wight provides a magnificent picnic spot, with views over the Solent for a lovely relaxing family day by the sea. Step inside and discover the atmospheric recreation of how the rooms were used in the 16th century, and see the exhibition about the many wrecks which occurred in the treacherous stretch of sea which the castle overlooks.
This was the last and most sophisticated addition to Henry VIII's coastal defences; it was completed after his death in 1547, with the first new-style 'arrowhead' artillery bastion built in England.
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Yarmouth Castle
Quay Street
Yarmouth Castle, Isle of Wight provides a magnificent picnic spot, with views over the Solent for a lovely relaxing family day by the sea. Step inside and discover the atmospheric recreation of how the rooms were used in the 16th century, and see the exhibition about the many wrecks which occurred in the treacherous stretch of sea which the castle overlooks.
This was the last and most sophisticated addition to Henry VIII's coastal defences; it was completed after his death in 1547, with the first new-style 'arrowhead' artillery bastion built in England.
Our historic Brighstone venue is not only home to an unmissable collection of pearl jewellery – but there are spectacular cliff-top views over the English Channel, a butterfly meadow, and a café where you can enjoy a day like no other.
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Perla de la Isla de Wight
Military RoadOur historic Brighstone venue is not only home to an unmissable collection of pearl jewellery – but there are spectacular cliff-top views over the English Channel, a butterfly meadow, and a café where you can enjoy a day like no other.
Military Road
Military RoadClose to our B&B walkes paradise.
Many people call the Isle of Wight ‘Dinosaur Island’, because it has the richest source of dinosaur remains in Europe. In fact the best place to go looking for fossils on Dinosaur Island is on our coast, in Compton Bay.
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Compton Bay
Many people call the Isle of Wight ‘Dinosaur Island’, because it has the richest source of dinosaur remains in Europe. In fact the best place to go looking for fossils on Dinosaur Island is on our coast, in Compton Bay.
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The Old Battery, built in 1862 following the threat of a French invasion, is a fort perched on the extreme westerly edge of the Island. It contains exhibitions about its involvement in both World Wars, plus two original gun barrels displayed in the parade ground. An underground tunnel leads to a searchlight emplacement overlooking the Needles Rocks. The New Battery is on a separate site further up the headland and contains an exhibition on Britain's secret rocket testing programme during the Cold War.
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La Vieja y Nueva Batería de Needles
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The Old Battery, built in 1862 following the threat of a French invasion, is a fort perched on the extreme westerly edge of the Island. It contains exhibitions about its involvement in both World Wars, plus two original gun barrels displayed in the parade ground. An underground tunnel leads to a searchlight emplacement overlooking the Needles Rocks. The New Battery is on a separate site further up the headland and contains an exhibition on Britain's secret rocket testing programme during the Cold War.
Farringford is a Grade 1 Listed Building and was the main domicile residence of Alfred Lord Tennyson, Poet Laureate, from 1856 until his death in 1892. It continued in the possession of the Tennyson family until 1945, when it was sold to British Holiday Estates Ltd, who converted the house into a hotel. It continued as a hotel until 2010. Since then the property has undergone extensive restoration and is now re-opening to the public as an historic home.
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Farringford Historic House & Estate
Bedbury LaneFarringford is a Grade 1 Listed Building and was the main domicile residence of Alfred Lord Tennyson, Poet Laureate, from 1856 until his death in 1892. It continued in the possession of the Tennyson family until 1945, when it was sold to British Holiday Estates Ltd, who converted the house into a hotel. It continued as a hotel until 2010. Since then the property has undergone extensive restoration and is now re-opening to the public as an historic home.
Tapnell Farm is a former dairy farm, turned all-weather attraction, surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of the Isle of Wight. It is one of most popular things to do on the Isle of Wight, and a great family day out whatever the weather
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Tapnell Farm Park
Newport RoadTapnell Farm is a former dairy farm, turned all-weather attraction, surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of the Isle of Wight. It is one of most popular things to do on the Isle of Wight, and a great family day out whatever the weather
The Amazon World Zoo is located between Newport and Sandown on the Isle of Wight, England. The zoo mostly features exotic animals from South America, including giant anteaters
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Amazon World Zoo
Watery LaneThe Amazon World Zoo is located between Newport and Sandown on the Isle of Wight, England. The zoo mostly features exotic animals from South America, including giant anteaters
Newport Roman Villa was constructed in about 280 AD with local stone including flint, chalk, limestone and greensand with the walls remaining almost at their original height. The building was roofed with massive slabs of Bembridge limestone which needed large roof timbers to support them. Many of these roof slabs had a distinctive shape, pierced with a single hole to take a nail, were found on the site. It is likely the building was the centre of a wealthy estate
Newport Roman Villa
Cypress RoadNewport Roman Villa was constructed in about 280 AD with local stone including flint, chalk, limestone and greensand with the walls remaining almost at their original height. The building was roofed with massive slabs of Bembridge limestone which needed large roof timbers to support them. Many of these roof slabs had a distinctive shape, pierced with a single hole to take a nail, were found on the site. It is likely the building was the centre of a wealthy estate
From pocket sized primates to powerful predators, the residents of The Isle of Wight Zoo, will charm and amaze you. The Zoo is based on Sandown Beach, Winner of BBC Countryfile Magazines 2019 Beach of the Year Award, which is on the east coast of the Island. Originally family-owned it recently became a registered Charity - The Wildheart Trust, which is dedicated to realising its global ambitions to make a meaningful impact on the health of the natural world while actively improving the well-being of animals in human care.
The Trust aims to promote the survival of endangered species through first class educational and recreational experiences, exemplary animal management, conservation and research. The Zoo is well known as a centre for rescued big cats, all have come to their forever homes at the Zoo at different stages of their lives and from a variety of backgrounds
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Zoológico de la Isla de Wight
Yaverland RoadFrom pocket sized primates to powerful predators, the residents of The Isle of Wight Zoo, will charm and amaze you. The Zoo is based on Sandown Beach, Winner of BBC Countryfile Magazines 2019 Beach of the Year Award, which is on the east coast of the Island. Originally family-owned it recently became a registered Charity - The Wildheart Trust, which is dedicated to realising its global ambitions to make a meaningful impact on the health of the natural world while actively improving the well-being of animals in human care.
The Trust aims to promote the survival of endangered species through first class educational and recreational experiences, exemplary animal management, conservation and research. The Zoo is well known as a centre for rescued big cats, all have come to their forever homes at the Zoo at different stages of their lives and from a variety of backgrounds
Take a Ride behind one of our vintage steam locomotives for a special journey back in time. Breathe in the evocative smells of a real steam railway, while your eyes and ears thrill to the puffing and hissing of the steam engine. Settle back in beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian carriages and enjoy a unique view of some of the Island’s unspoilt countryside ... or hop off at one of our stations and just watch the trains go by!
A journey on the multi award-winning Isle of Wight Steam Railway is an unforgettable experience for all the senses
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Ferrocarril de vapor de la Isla de Wight
Main RoadTake a Ride behind one of our vintage steam locomotives for a special journey back in time. Breathe in the evocative smells of a real steam railway, while your eyes and ears thrill to the puffing and hissing of the steam engine. Settle back in beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian carriages and enjoy a unique view of some of the Island’s unspoilt countryside ... or hop off at one of our stations and just watch the trains go by!
A journey on the multi award-winning Isle of Wight Steam Railway is an unforgettable experience for all the senses
What is a Chine is the question we are most frequently asked – Chine is a word used only in the Isle of Wight and Dorset and means a deep narrow ravine with water running down to the sea. You can also think of an animal’s backbone or Chine of a boat, a deep, narrow scooped out cup, as in the Saxon for Shanklin – Scenc-hlinc, cup in the rising ground.
The Chine spring rises in the Downs and can be spectacular in heavy rain, especially at night with the lights. There are many mineral springs (chalybeate) all over the Chine and Shanklin, discovered by Dr Fraser, Charles II’s physician. Shanklin briefly became a Spa in Victorian times and the treatment rooms are still there on the site of the Royal Spa Hotel. Over the centuries, the Chine was used mainly for smuggling, so prevalent in the 18th Century, that the Customs and Excise officers had to be stationed in the Old Village. It had already started to attract increasing interest for its beauty and became a favourite with artists, writers, poets which our Exhibition highlights.
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Shanklin Chine
3 Chine AveWhat is a Chine is the question we are most frequently asked – Chine is a word used only in the Isle of Wight and Dorset and means a deep narrow ravine with water running down to the sea. You can also think of an animal’s backbone or Chine of a boat, a deep, narrow scooped out cup, as in the Saxon for Shanklin – Scenc-hlinc, cup in the rising ground.
The Chine spring rises in the Downs and can be spectacular in heavy rain, especially at night with the lights. There are many mineral springs (chalybeate) all over the Chine and Shanklin, discovered by Dr Fraser, Charles II’s physician. Shanklin briefly became a Spa in Victorian times and the treatment rooms are still there on the site of the Royal Spa Hotel. Over the centuries, the Chine was used mainly for smuggling, so prevalent in the 18th Century, that the Customs and Excise officers had to be stationed in the Old Village. It had already started to attract increasing interest for its beauty and became a favourite with artists, writers, poets which our Exhibition highlights.
For nearly a century the Museum of Isle of Wight Geology, above Sandown Library, housed the Island's geology and fossil collections. On August 10th 2001 this changed with the opening of Dinosaur Isle, a purpose built interactive museum which replaced the old museum. Dinosaur Isle provides the space and facilities to properly display and conserve the rich geological collections. Dinosaur Isle is managed by the Isle of Wight Council and cost £2.7 million, half of which was provided by a Millennium Commission grant. The new museum is located on Culver Parade, a short distance from the old building, and was designed by local architects Rainey Petrie Johns in the shape of a giant pterodactyl. The interior was designed by Leicester based Haley Sharpe Design, who employed an array of sub-contractors to make everything from showcases to rock re-constructions to full sized fleshed dinosaurs!
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Isla de los Dinosaurios
Culver ParadeFor nearly a century the Museum of Isle of Wight Geology, above Sandown Library, housed the Island's geology and fossil collections. On August 10th 2001 this changed with the opening of Dinosaur Isle, a purpose built interactive museum which replaced the old museum. Dinosaur Isle provides the space and facilities to properly display and conserve the rich geological collections. Dinosaur Isle is managed by the Isle of Wight Council and cost £2.7 million, half of which was provided by a Millennium Commission grant. The new museum is located on Culver Parade, a short distance from the old building, and was designed by local architects Rainey Petrie Johns in the shape of a giant pterodactyl. The interior was designed by Leicester based Haley Sharpe Design, who employed an array of sub-contractors to make everything from showcases to rock re-constructions to full sized fleshed dinosaurs!
The imposing buildings of Quarr Abbey impress themselves upon the mind of many visitors to the Isle of Wight. But few people know much about either the buildings or who built them. Indeed, a first view of the Abbey towers seen from the Fishbourne ferry has led to their mistaken identification as the Island's Anglican cathedral, or even one of the Island prisons.
Quarr Abbey was built as a monastery for the French Benedictine community of Solesmes who were living in exile on the Isle of Wight at the beginning of the twentieth century. Its architect was one of the monks, Dom Paul Bellot (1876-1944).
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Abadía de Quarr
Quarr RoadThe imposing buildings of Quarr Abbey impress themselves upon the mind of many visitors to the Isle of Wight. But few people know much about either the buildings or who built them. Indeed, a first view of the Abbey towers seen from the Fishbourne ferry has led to their mistaken identification as the Island's Anglican cathedral, or even one of the Island prisons.
Quarr Abbey was built as a monastery for the French Benedictine community of Solesmes who were living in exile on the Isle of Wight at the beginning of the twentieth century. Its architect was one of the monks, Dom Paul Bellot (1876-1944).
Situated overlooking Sandown Bay on the Isle of Wight, Brading Roman Villa is one of the finest Roman sites in the UK. Our award-winning Visitor Centre and Museum offer unique insights into Roman life in Britain from beautifully preserved mosaic floors to an extensive collection of Roman archaeology
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Brading Roman Villa
Morton Old RoadSituated overlooking Sandown Bay on the Isle of Wight, Brading Roman Villa is one of the finest Roman sites in the UK. Our award-winning Visitor Centre and Museum offer unique insights into Roman life in Britain from beautifully preserved mosaic floors to an extensive collection of Roman archaeology
Dimbola was the home of the celebrated Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron. It is now a Museum and Gallery dedicated to her life and work, which also showcases contemporary exhibitions from photographers around the globe.
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Dimbola Museum & Galleries
Dimbola was the home of the celebrated Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron. It is now a Museum and Gallery dedicated to her life and work, which also showcases contemporary exhibitions from photographers around the globe.
The Museum has a display of around 20 historic vehicles, transport artefacts, displays, photographs, a tea bar and a shop.
The Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum was established in 1997 and was originally situated in two IoW Council owned buildings on Newport Quay, later this was reduced to one building and a Museum was created opening to the public during the summer, where a collection of vehicles and associated artefacts grew into an impressive display, to show the Island’s transport heritage.
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The Isle of Wight Bus Museum
Park RoadThe Museum has a display of around 20 historic vehicles, transport artefacts, displays, photographs, a tea bar and a shop.
The Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum was established in 1997 and was originally situated in two IoW Council owned buildings on Newport Quay, later this was reduced to one building and a Museum was created opening to the public during the summer, where a collection of vehicles and associated artefacts grew into an impressive display, to show the Island’s transport heritage.
Here's the Isle of Wight’s only: all-weather, 520m, floodlit, outdoor track providing unrivalled fun, excitement and safety for people of all ages, 8 to 88
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Wight Karting
Brading RoadHere's the Isle of Wight’s only: all-weather, 520m, floodlit, outdoor track providing unrivalled fun, excitement and safety for people of all ages, 8 to 88
Everything’s made easy for you, you don’t need to bring along anything but yourself to have a great Goodleaf tree climbing experience.
The tree is set up by us in advance and after an introduction and (short but necessary) health and safety session we demonstrate our tree climbing technique
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Goodleaf Tree Climbing
Garden WalkEverything’s made easy for you, you don’t need to bring along anything but yourself to have a great Goodleaf tree climbing experience.
The tree is set up by us in advance and after an introduction and (short but necessary) health and safety session we demonstrate our tree climbing technique
Headen Warren is adjacent to Tennyson down with views of the needles. Alum bay. Park or walks to the junction or York lane Cliff road, (park on the side of the road). Walk up the gravel path on the other side of the road to York lane around the house at the end of the lane and on to Headen warren.
Google map
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Headon Warren
Headen Warren is adjacent to Tennyson down with views of the needles. Alum bay. Park or walks to the junction or York lane Cliff road, (park on the side of the road). Walk up the gravel path on the other side of the road to York lane around the house at the end of the lane and on to Headen warren.
Google map
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Food scene
Local pub just 5 minites walk from us
Highdown Inn
Moons HillLocal Pub just 5 minutes walk from us
Great sea views 5 minutes by car 20 minuets walk from us
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The Waterfront
Madeira RoadGreat sea views 5 minutes by car 20 minuets walk from us
The Red Lion
Church PlaceGood food 5 minutes away by car
Off The Rails
Station RoadGood food 15 minutes by car
Probably the best Pub on the Island! 15 minutes by car
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The Blacksmiths Arms
Calbourne RoadProbably the best Pub on the Island! 15 minutes by car
SALTY"S can be found close to the quay in the small harbour town of Yarmouth in the Isle of Wight.
Its well earnt reputation is for the very best of local fish & shellfish served in a fun lively atmosphere with helpful, friendly staff
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Salty's
Quay StreetSALTY"S can be found close to the quay in the small harbour town of Yarmouth in the Isle of Wight.
Its well earnt reputation is for the very best of local fish & shellfish served in a fun lively atmosphere with helpful, friendly staff
Rainbow Fish Bar
1-2 Avenue RdLocal Fish & Chip shop 5 minutes by Car
Neighbourhoods
Local Beach with Bar and Cafe's and Lifeboat station
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Freshwater Bay
Local Beach with Bar and Cafe's and Lifeboat station
Consejos para la ciudad
Facilidad para moverse por la casa
Car is advised unless you love walking
The West of the Island is the National Trust part, vary rural with small Towns and Villages. We have a Bus to Newport every 30-minute, the closest Bus stop to us is a 10 minute walk. We can provide you with a list of Taxi numbers if needed.
No te pierdas
Tennyson Down
Tennyson down is a coastal walk between the Needles at Alum bay and Freshwater bay. You walk on top of the cliffs (perfectly safe) with sea views on both sides. Described as one of the best coastal walks in Europe. During the summer Spitfires use the Wight cliffs of Tennyson down to emulate the Wight cliffs of Dover with a paying passenger. It’s a beautiful sight from below.
Costumbres y cultura
Friendly and Local
The island relies on tourism and make holiday makers as welcome as possible
Formas de ahorrar
Book tickets in advance
Most island attractions as listed in my guide book offer advanced discounted tickets via their wed sites.
Qué debes empacar
Clean socks
I advise to bring Two of each sock