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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  • Medina Theatre2008-12-17

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

    The Medina Theatre on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom is a community based Theatre that plays host to a number of entertaining and varied performances. Seating an audience of 425 the Theatre hosts a large number of both local and national plays, concerts, ballets and lectures throughout the year, catering for a large cross section of the community. READ MORE

  • Rosemary Vineyard2008-12-15

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

    Stroll 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

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  • The Chequers Inn2008-12-15

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

    The 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

  • The Hermitage2008-12-11

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

    The Hermitage, nestling within its own grounds of about 12 acres of garden and woods, is situated at the top of St Catherine's Down, the Isle of Wight's second highest point, on the southern most part of the Island in the United Kingdom. The highlights of any stay at The Hermitage are the peaceful surroundings, the sumptuous accommodation and probably the finest breakfast you will ever have!READ MORE

  • The Granville2008-12-10

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

    The 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

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

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

    If 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

  • Dining at the Enchanted Manor2008-12-10

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

    If you prefer to relax at the Enchanted Manor on the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, you can be provided with a gourmet picnic to enjoy in the gardens or overlooking the wonderful coastline, which is a minutes walk away. The Enchanted Manor can also provide packs of locally produced meat that you can cook on the BBQ that is provided for you in the gardens. READ MORE

  • Relax Unlimited2008-12-17

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

    Relax Unlimited on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom believe that taking time to care for yourself is the most vital thing you can do for your own health and happiness, your family and friends and the world you live in. If we are not at peace ourselves its impossible to spread the peace. So by taking the time to relax, release, revitalise, re-balance and re-energise you are doing the world a favour and the people around you will love you more for it, you really are the most impoREAD MORE

  • Carisbrooke House2008-12-12

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

    Carisbrooke 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

  • The Isle of Wight Zoo2008-12-11

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

    The Isle of Wight Zoo in the United Kingdom is home to Britain's largest collection of tigers and this award winning Zoo has been a dedicated ally to the tiger for over a quarter of a century. The Zoo also cares for a wide range of other animals including lions, leopards, jaguars, lemurs, monkeys, snakes, spiders and lizards.READ MORE

  • The Garlic Farm2008-12-15

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

    The Garlic Farm is situated inland on the Isle of Wight 6km from the towns of Ryde, Newport and Sandown in the fertile Arreton Valley, English Channel, United Kingdom. The Isle of Wight is four miles off the coast of Southern England, opposite the ports of Southampton and Portsmouth in the English Channel. Garlic grows well over most of the UK provided it is grown in a free draining soil that is not too acid and kept well watered and weed free. Any amateur gardener can grow good garlic.READ MORE

  • Wedding at Arreton Manor2008-12-13

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

    Arreton Manor, Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom, is a licensed premises with its own bar facilities and ideal for the perfect Wedding in picturesque surroundings. Flowers, catering, entertainment and everything else to ensure your day runs smoothly can all be discussed with the Wedding Co-ordinator. The basic price for a wedding reception at Arreton Manor includes the four poster room for the bride and groom with champagne breakfast the next day. READ MORE

  • Hazelbrae2008-12-10

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

    Hazelbrae 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

  • The George Hotel2008-12-15

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

    The George Hotel is a 17th Century town house in the bustling village and Harbour of Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom. A traditional environment of warmth and atmosphere is found in each individually designed bedroom. Meticulous attention to detail perfects a marriage of comfort and relaxation, and caters for your every need. READ MORE

  • Breakfast at The Hermitage2008-12-11

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

    The highlights of any stay at The Hermitage on the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, are the peaceful surroundings, the sumptuous accommodation and probably the finest Breakfast you will ever have! Breakfast is served leisurely between the hours of 8.30am until 10.00am every morning. READ MORE

  • Wight Cycle Hire2008-12-15

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

    The Isle of Wight is the ideal place to head if you enjoy cycling, on or off-road. Contact Wight Cycle Hire on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom. Off-road there is the famous Tennyson Trail with stunning views of the Island Coast and to the mainland over the Solent. On-road, we have miles of quiet country lanes and small roads to potter along flanked by wild flowers and Butterflies dancing. READ MORE

  • Hill House Guest House 2008-12-12

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

    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

  • The Denewood2008-12-13

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

    The Denewood on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom is a family run guest house that extends a warm and friendly welcome to all guests. The owners take pride in their attention to detail, personal care, friendliness and ensure that every effort is made to make the guests feel comfortable. READ MORE

  • Isle of Wight Steam Railway2008-12-15

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

    The 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

  • Enchanted Manor2008-12-10

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

    The Enchanted Manor on the Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, is a secluded hideaway for discerning guests fed up with the run of the mill accommodation, looking for somewhere different with first class facilities, excellent service yet with a friendly atmosphere in beautiful surroundings.READ MORE

  • Nettlecombe Farm2008-12-13

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

    Nettlecombe Farm is situated in the heart of the rolling South Wight countryside, at the top of a quiet lane around half a mile from the village of Whitwell on the Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom. Whilst we have a beautiful rural setting, we are not far from civilisation! At the bottom of the hill is the village of Whitwell with its Post Office and general store, public house, petrol station, church and bus stop. READ MORE

  • Fishing at Nettlecombe Farm2008-12-13

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

    As well as being a peaceful place to pass the time and admire the beautiful scenery the lakes at Nettlecombe Farm, Isle of Wight, English Channel, United Kingdom offer something to anglers of all abilities; good sport for the experienced angler and simply a chance to catch fish for the novice.READ MORE

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