At what age can a child travel on its own?

Wightlink are unable to assign staff to look after young persons aged under 12 travelling alone on our vessels, and it is the responsibility of the child's parents/guardian to make the necessary arrangements for an adult to accompany that child/children. In order to assist parents/guardians with this matter we have a system whereby, subject to certain conditions being met, an escorting adult may travel on consecutive sailings for a special rate. Ask at the ticket office for details (you will need a passort sized photo to apply).