Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight is a British island and county in the English Channel between three and 8 km from the south coast of the English mainland. It is situated south of the county of Hampshire and is separated from mainland Britain by the Solent. Regular ferry services operate across the Solent of various lengths, Southampton to Cowes is 9.9 miles, Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde Pier is 5.07 miles, Portsmouth Gunwharf to Fishbourne is 7.1 miles, and Lymington to Yarmouth is 4 miles. Popular since Victorian times as a holiday resort, the Isle of Wight is known for its outstanding natural beauty and for its world-famous sailing based in Cowes.

The island has a rich history including its own brief status as a nominally independent kingdom in the fifteenth century. It was home to the poet Alfred Lord Tennyson, and Queen Victoria built her much loved summer residence and final home Osborne House at East Cowes. The island's maritime and industrial history encompasses boat building, sail making, the manufacture of flying boats, the world's first hovercraft and the testing and development of Britain's space rockets. It is home to the Isle of Wight International Jazz Festival, Bestival and the recently-revived Isle of Wight Festival, which, in 1970, was one of the largest rock music events ever held. The island has some exceptional wildlife and is also one of the richest fossil locations for dinosaurs in Europe.

 

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  • Rosemary Vineyard2008-12-15

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Rosemary VineyardStroll around the vines at Rosemary Vineyard on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom. Enjoy the surrounding views and discover the different varieties that are grown and the way that Traditional Vineyards are planted. While visiting us there is a lot for you to see and do.READ MORE

  • Wedding with Relax Unlimited2008-12-17

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Wedding with Relax UnlimitedAt Relax Unlimited, Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom, they offer bespoke wedding Hair and Beauty programmes that ensure you look and feel special on your big day. Call Relax Unlimited to discuss your needs and they will design a programme just for you. READ MORE

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  • The Belmore Guest House2008-12-11

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    The Belmore Guest HouseThe Belmore Guest House is approximately a two minute walk from Sandowns safe award winning sandy beach and only a minute walk from the shops, banks, hairdressers, night club, zoo and other attractions on the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom.READ MORE

  • Isle of Wight Steam Railway2008-12-15

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Isle of Wight Steam RailwayThe Isle of Wight Steam Railway, English Channel, United Kingdom is an ideal day out from the mainland with the journey time from Portsmouth Harbour taking as little as 30 minutes. Through tickets are available from the Wightlink booking office at Portsmouth Harbour and from many mainland railway stations.READ MORE

  • Art Courses at Seahorses Holiday Guest House2008-12-12

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Art Courses at Seahorses Holiday Guest HouseIf you are staying longer at Seahorses Holiday Guest House, Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom, you may want to try your hand at silk-painting - not as difficult as you think! For those feeling more adventures, why not try sculpting your first masterpiece? If this sounds too strenuous, you can enjoy clay modelling.READ MORE

  • Tropical Gardens at Butterfly World 2008-12-12

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Tropical Gardens at Butterfly World The Tropical Gardens at Butterfly World on the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom are authentic reproductions of Italian and Japanese gardens with a delightful range of water features. The formal Italian Garden has brilliantly coloured bedding plants, classical figures, balustrading, and a Roman temple facade. READ MORE

  • The Montpelier2008-12-11

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    The MontpelierThe Montpelier is a small family run Bed and Breakfast offering clean affordable accommodation which is situated on the first and second floor of the property, giving it the advantage of overlooking Sandown Bay on the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom. READ MORE

  • Carisbrooke House2008-12-12

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Carisbrooke HouseCarisbrooke House on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom is situated in a place that is ideal for the shops and facilities of the town. Carisbrooke House is just opposite is the entrance to Ferncliff Gardens and the steps which lead down to the beach. These coupled with the friendly atmosphere and good facilities encourages guests to come back year after year.READ MORE

  • Treval Guest House2008-12-12

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Treval Guest HouseThe whole island is yours to explore, walking, cycling, touring by car. When you need a base to stay, there is nowhere better than the Treval Guest House, Isle of Wicht, United Kingdom. READ MORE

  • Newport Quay Hotel2008-12-13

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Newport Quay HotelThis 17th Century, Grade II listed Bed & Breakfast Hotel. the Newport Quay Hotel on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom is set in a quiet street, steeped in historical and architectural interest, at the heart of the glorious Isle of Wight's capital town of Newport, with all its facilities to hand. READ MORE

  • Hill House Guest House 2008-12-12

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Hill House Guest House Hill House on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom is a Grade II listed building, which was constructed in 1835, and still has many original features. In an earlier life it was used as a bakery, and the original flagstone floor and two-foot thick walls can be seen before you enter the residents' dining room.READ MORE

  • Hazelbrae2008-12-10

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    HazelbraeHazelbrae Bed and Breakfast in Ventnor, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom is situated a few minutes walk from the sea and esplanade, town centre, Ventnor Park, the coastal path, downland walks, bus routes and atmospheric pubs and restaurants catering for a wide range of tastes and pockets.READ MORE

  • Dinosaur Isle2008-12-12

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Dinosaur IsleDinosaur Isle in Sandown on the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, is an all-year-round facility, combining entertainment, education and enjoyment. Displays use clever lighting, artwork, sound, smells and animatronic technology to create an exciting experience. READ MORE

  • Foxhills2008-12-10

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    FoxhillsFoxhills on the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, provides a perfect year-round short break destination, whether for a special occasion, a tranquility break, bed and breakfast or business trip. The attention to detail has earned the Hotel a five diamond gold award from the English Tourism Council and Five Red Diamonds by the AA - all of which is thoroughly endorsed by the many delightful messages in the visitors' book. READ MORE

  • The Granville2008-12-10

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    The GranvilleThe Granville Bed and Breakfast Totland Bay is situated in the beautiful Western side of the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom. The Granville offers you a warm and friendly welcome, whether you are planning a holiday, short stay or on a business trip.READ MORE

  • Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park2008-12-15

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Whitecliff Bay Holiday ParkWhitecliff Bay Holiday Park is located in Bembridge on the east of the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom. Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park is nestled amongst rural countryside and alongside a beautiful private sandy beach. We?re about half an hour?s drive from the Fishbourne and East Cowes Ferry Terminals.READ MORE

  • The Chequers Inn2008-12-15

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    The Chequers InnThe Chequers Inn is a country pub in the heart of the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom, and, although it has many modern facilities, it still retains its traditional character. Since buying the pub, Richard and Sue Holmes have turned the Chequers Inn into one of the most popular venues on the Island for both eating and drinking.READ MORE

  • Murrays2008-12-15

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    MurraysMurrays, The Seafood Restaurant on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom, serves fresh local seafood, simply cooked with the all the freshest ingredients and complemented by a fine wine list, in comfortable and pleasant surroundings.READ MORE

  • Dorset House Hotel2008-12-12

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Dorset House HotelDorset House in Ryde, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom is situated close to six miles of sandy beaches, Esplanade, Ryde Shopping Centre and Transport Routes. Ryde offers a range of restaurants, pubs, night clubs and other entertainment for the young and old. READ MORE

  • Arreton Manor2008-12-13

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

    Arreton ManorArreton Manor on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom is an early Jacobean Manor House steeped in history and dates back to as early as 872. Once owned by Edward the Confessor as noted in the Domesday Book and is specifically mentioned in the Will of King Alfred the Great in 885. The Arreton Manor was farmed by the abbots of Quarr Abbey and for over 400 years was in their possession. In the reign of Henry VIII came the dissolution of the monasteries and the manor came into the hanREAD MORE

  • Mojac's A La Carte Restaurant2008-12-15

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

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  • The Highdown Inn

    Located in Isle of Wight, English Channel, English Channel, United Kingdom

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