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Adgestone Vineyard
Sentry Mead is proud to sell this locally produced wine in their bar and restaurant. Visitors may take a tour of the cellars followed by a generous tasting.
Goddards Brewery
‘The Isle of Wight’s regional brewer’ brewing traditional real ales – some of which can be sampled at the Sentry Mead.
wightstay
Extensive Isle of Wight guide including details of local events, attractions, accommodation and businesses.
Isle of Wight -
Information for Tourists
Information packed website giving details about events on the Island , where to eat and what to do.
Official Tourist Board Website
Everything you need to know about the Isle of Wight
ISLE OF WIGHT HOTELS
dIRECTORY OF HOTELS ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Industry
Information on all business aspects of the Island .
Freshwater Bay Golf Club
This 18-hole seaside links style golf course is set on natural open downland. It is 5725 yards long, par 68, and provides a challenge for golfers of all abilities. Guests of the hotel may play for reduced fees.
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chocolatere
Celebration chocolates; wedding favours; chocolates-by-post and gift chocolates. Local delivery available.
GARDENIA
Specialising in all aspects of floristry. Providing unique, modern or traditional flowers or plants for all occasions. A full local delivery service is available
Attractions
The Needles Park open April to October
www.theneedles.co.uk
The Needles Park has so much to offer! Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, there's breathtaking scenery, a spectacular Chairlift, amazing coloured sand cliffs, rides for the children, shops to browse through and places to eat. There's something for all the family.
The Needles Old Battery open March to October
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
This spectacularly sited fort, constructed in 1862, still has its original gun barrels in place.
Robin Hill Countryside Adventure Park open April to October
www.robin-hill.com
There really is something for every visitor, young and old at Robin Hill: Wide open spaces, woodland gardens, falconry, thrilling rides, and a red squirrel safari.
Isle of Wight Steam Railway Open March to October selected days
www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk
Travel through the beautiful Isle of Wight countryside in Victorian or Edwardian carriages pulled by a vintage steam locomotive.
isle of wight pearl
isle of wight pearl
The Isle of Wight ’s natural attraction. View the largest selection of pearl jewellery in the UK , choose your own pearl and try your hand at designing your own special piece of jewellery.
Brading Roman Villa open all year
www.bradingromanvilla.org.uk
See some of the most stunning mosaics in Europe and experience for yourself what it was really like to be living in Roman times.
Isle of Wight Zoo open February to November
www.isleofwightzoo.com
Home to the Britain's largest collection of tigers, this award winning zoo also cares for lions, leopards, jaguars, lemurs, monkeys, snakes, spiders and lizards.
Seaview Wildlife Encounter open April to October
www.flamingoparkiw.com
A world of wildlife awaits you at the Award Winning Park with its unique hands-on programme of events.
Butterfly and Fountain World open April to October
www.butterfly-world-iow.co.uk
View hundreds of colourful butterflies, see the koi carp being fed and enjoy the Japanese and Italian themed tropical gardens.
Amazon World Zoo Park open all year
www.amazonworld.co.uk
Here you can learn about conservation and rainforests and come face to face with some of the worlds most unusual, beautifUl and endangered creatures.
Afton Park open February to November
www.aftonpark.co.uk
Beautiful gardens, plant nursery and orchard, children's puzzle path and treasure trail, meadow walks plus the award-winning apple juice!
Rosemary Vineyard open all year
www.rosemaryvineyard.co.uk
One of the largest vineyards in the UK. Guides and tastings, a working winery and vineyard trail self-guided tours.
Brading Experience open all year
www.bradingtheexperience.co.uk
An all weather attraction that is more than just waxworks! Exhibitions include Great British Legends, a Chamber of Horror, World of Wheels and Animal World.
Summer Arcade open all year
Esplanade Shanklin, 01983 867557
Jungle Jim's Adventure Indoor Play area, Adventure Golf and ten pin bowling.
Shanklin Chine open April to October
www.shanklinchine.co.uk
This historic gorge is a magic world of natural beauty, a rich haven of rare plants, woodland, wildlife and an enchanting waterfall.
Brickfields Horse Country open all year
www.brickfields.net
An all weather family attraction incorporating pony rides, farm corner, play area, tractor rides, pig racing, blacksmiths working forge.
Arreton Barns Craft Village open all year
www.arretonbarns.co.uk
Step back in time at the Island's traditional working craft village.
Arreton Manor open March to September
www.arretonmanor.co.uk
Dating back to the 12th century, this is one of the most historic houses on the Island.
Bembridge Windmill open March to October
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
This dates from around 1700 and is the only surviving windmill on the Island. Incredibly it has much of its original machinery still in place.
Calbourne Water Mill open April to October
www.calbournewatermill.co.uk
A 17th Century working water mill in picturesque grounds with a variety of activities to enjoy.
Carisbrooke Castle open all year
www.english-heritage.org.uk
Once the prison of Charles I this imposing Castle is now a fascinating historical attraction and home to the Carisbrooke Donkeys.
Dimbola Lodge Museum open all year
www.dimbola.co.uk
The Lodge has an exciting exhibitions programme and an eclectic calendar of events, plus photographic workshops, a film club and drawing classes.
Newport Roman Villa open April to October
www.iwight.com
Unearthed during building works in 1926, this villa shows fine examples of life during Roman times.
Osborne House open April to October
www.english-heritage.org.uk
The favorite residence of Queen Victoria, Osborne House is a fascinating place allowing a glimpse at Royal life in the 19th Century.
Yarmouth Castle open April to September
www.english-heritage.org.uk
This was the last and most sophisticated of Henry VIII's coastal defences, and was completed after his death in 1547.
Colemans Animal Farm open March to October
www.isleofwight.com/colemans/
Excellent family day out. Feed and cuddle the many animals, enjoy the fun barn, tractor park, pedal car roadway, toata skelta and much more.
Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary open Easter to September
Home to around 100 donkeys - free entry but donations welcome.
Owl and Falconry Centre open April to October
APPULDURCOMBE HOUSE open all year
www.appuldurcombe.co.uk
Birds of prey fly freely in majestic displays, and courses are run where you can learn how to fly owls and hawks.
Fort Victoria open Easter to October
www.fortvictoria.co.uk
Visit the marine aquarium, the model railway, the Planetarium and the underwater archaeology centre all within a pretty country park centred around a fort built to defend the solent against the French.
The Model Village open March to December
www.modelvillagegodshill.co.uk
This 1.5 acre garden is home to a wonderful model village with much to see and be inspired by.
Needles Pitch 'n' Putt open all year
A 9-hole course with superb views of the Needles and the Downs. Suitable for all ages.
Waltzing Waters open 28 January to 15 December
www.waltzingwaters.co.uk
An elaborate water, light and music production, with thousands of dazzling patterns of moving water synchronised with music in spectacular fashion.
Ventnor Botanic Gardens open all year
www.botanic.co.uk
This 22-acre site is set on the coast and includes rare plants from many parts of the world.
The Garlic Farm open all year
www.thegarlicfarm.co.uk
The Uk's largest and most famous garlic farm with a great shop selling garlic plaits, Vampire Relishes, Transylvanian Pickles and garlic ice creams.
Adgestone Vineyard open all year
www.adgestonevineyard.co.uk
One of the oldest and most successful vineyards, visitors can enjoy cellar tours, wine tasting and even design labels for their purchases.
Museum of Island History open all year
www.iwight.com
A modern, hand-on museum tracing the Island's history from the time of the dinosaurs to the present.
Dinosaur Farm Museum open April to October
www.DINOSAUR-FARM.CO.UK
Watch experts at work, cleaning and conserving dinosaur bones found locally. Children's activities and a unique gift shop.
Dinosaur Isle open all year
www.dinosaurisle.com
In a spectacular Pterosaur-shaped building, visitors can walk back through a fossilised time tunnel to the period of the dinosaurs. An all-weather attraction.
Military History Museum open Easter to October
www.isleofwight.com/militarymuseum/
The museum occupies an original WWII military base and houses a good collection of tanks, armoured cars and guns.
What’s On 2008
Walking Festival
Throughout the Island 3-18 May
With over 300 walks to choose from, this is the largest event of its kind in Europe.
isleofwightwalkingfestival.co.uk
Old Gaffers Festival
Yarmouth 30 May - 2 June
Traditional gaff-rigged boats travel from all over the country to participate in the races.
yarmoutholdgaffersfestival.co.uk
Isle of Wight Festival
Seaclose Park, Newport 13-15 June
Exceptional line-up including The Police, The Sex Pistols, Kaiser Chiefs, Lily Allen, and KT Tunstall.
isleofwightfestival.COM
Wightlink Extravaganza
Osborne House 19 July
Classical concert performed by the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Matthew Wood.
heritageconcerts.co.uk
Skandia Cowes Week
Cowes 2-9 August
This is the oldest, largest and most famous sailing regatta in the world.
skandiacowesweek.co.uk
Garlic Festival
Arreton 16-17 August
More than 300 stalls selling delicious foods and a range of great arts and crafts.
garlic-festival.co.uk
Sunday Best presents Bestival
Robin Hill 5-7 September
Line-up includes Gary Numan, The Human League and My Bloody Valentine.
www.bestival.net
International Charity Classic Car Extravaganza
Newport and Ryde 13-14 September
Attendance is set to exceed 800 vintage, classic, custom and retro cars and motorcycles from all over the UK.
Tel. 020 8439 7871
Isle of Wight Cycling Festival
Throughout the Island 13-21 September
Major events include Sink or Swim, the West Wight Triathlon, the Wight Challenge and the Round the Island Route.
www.sunseaandcycling.com
White Air
Yaverland, Sandown 18-21 September
An international multi-sport festival with action on water, beach, urban, air and land.
whiteair.co.uk
Wine Tasting Festival
Isle of Wight Steam Railway 27-28 September
Events at Appuldurcombe
Historical detective games, owl and falconry events and Royal Artillery displays.
appuldurcombe.co.uk
Events on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Including the Island Motor Show and Days Out with Thomas the Tank Engine.
iwsteamrailway.co.uk
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