"You're only allowed to recommend ONE Isle of Wight attraction. Which are you choosing?"

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Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

1. Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Ventnor  

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Wildheart bear

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Blackgang Chine

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Osborne

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Monkey Haven

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The Needles

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Carisbrooke Castle

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Isle of Wight Steam train

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Godshill Model Village

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Quarr Abbey

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Shanklin Chine

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Tapnell Farm Aqua Park

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Family traveling on Victoria of Wight

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The Needles Chairlift

From historic landmarks and family favourites to animal sanctuaries and heritage attractions, Islanders and visitors alike were quick to champion the places they believe everyone should experience at least once. 

The top 11 most-recommended Isle of Wight attractions

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Things to do

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Isle of Wight Festival crowd - blog

Who's playing at next year's Isle of Wight Festival?

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Isle of Wight Festival from above at night (blog)

Hidden Gems, Food, Fun and Festival Atmosphere

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Lose yourself at IW Festival - courtesy of Isle of Wight Festival

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Kashmir Cafe by Quay Arts - Courtesy of Isle of Wight Festival (blog)

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IW-Fest-Disco-Yoga_Old-Mout_courtesy-Callum-Baker(blog)

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Mac and Cheese & garlic dome bread at IW Festival 2026

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Cirque de la Quirk at Isle of Wight Festival Blog

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Wightlink ferry at Lymington - blog

Start planning your 2027 festival adventure

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Isle of Wight Festival - blog header

The line-up is only part of the story. Explore the best food stalls, secret discoveries, smaller stages and festival atmosphere at Isle of Wight Festival 2027.

Isle of Wight Festival 2027: What to See, Do, Eat and Explore Beyond the Headliners

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Amazonian Water Lillies - Ventnor Botanic Garden

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National Trust's Newtown Nature Reserve, Isle of Wight

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ShanklinTheatre

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Family-in-Yarmouth-Isle-of-Wight-801x533

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Family inside a pub in winter-blog

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UK's first floating sauna at Tapnell Farm, Isle of Wight

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military road winter drone

What's on and the top activities in November 2024 on the Isle of Wight 

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in November

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Adrian Evans, the Wheatsheaf Yarmouth, Isle of Wight

Meet Adrian Evans, the Landlord at The Wheatsheaf in Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight

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Adrian Evants, landlord of the Wheatsheaf in Yarmouth (blog)

Inspirational Islanders: Adrian Evans, The Wheatsheaf

Inspirational Islanders

The Solent Food Trail: A Break for Food Lovers

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food at george hotel iow

Walk This Way: A Walking Escape Across the New Forest and Isle of Wight

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family walking view needles

Wild Encounters: A Nature-Filled Escape Across the Solent

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National Trust's Newtown Nature Reserve Isle of Wight

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Man and dog walk Headon Warren Needles

Plan the perfect escape with three itineraries combining the New Forest and Isle of Wight, featuring walking trails, local food and wildlife experiences.

New Forest & Isle of Wight Itineraries | Walking, Food & Nature Breaks

Lymington

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Darragh Gray

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Tipsy Wight market stall - blog

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Goddards-Brewery-Tour-774x434

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Mermaid Bar cocktail and server - HeaderBlog

Explore Isle of Wight brewers, vineyards and distillers, including Mermaid Gin, Adgestone Vineyard, Goddards Brewery and more local favourites.

Isle of Wight Drinks: a guide to Breweries, Vineyards & Distilleries

Where to eat

Wightlink

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Westover Farm Pumpkin patch

Family at Halloween celebrating at Blackgang Chine's Frights and Sprites event

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Harvey Browns Food Hall - exterior - Isle of Wight (4)

Group of walkers walking along the Isle of Wight coastline

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Coastline walks

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Autumn 1 - 10860535776_7c8fa75a96_o

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Discover the best things to do on the Isle of Wight this October – from spooky Halloween fun and autumn walks to food festivals and steam train rides.

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Things to do on the Isle of Wight in October

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Aerial view of Osborne House - blog image

2) Experience a festival with legendary status

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Pluto UFO and Basestation at Windmill Campersite - blog

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Toms-Eco-Lodge

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Cowes Week Yachts in front of the promenade - copyright Paul Wyeth - pwpictures dot com (blog size)

5) Immerse yourself in the spectacle of Cowes Week

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Garlic bulbs at the Garlic Farm Isle of Wight

Compton Beach, Isle of Wight, under blue sky. Calm water waves approach the shore.

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Compton Beach

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RobinHill._HighRes_Centered_(101 of 114)

8) Discover family attractions with character

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Healthy food & drink - blog

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family take photo of needles

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Windsurfing with Tackt-Isle Adventures

A dog in the water on the beach on the Isle of Wight with sunset

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Dog on beach sunset isle of wight

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Ventnor-Botanic-Gardens-VIOW-801x533

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19) Spot some of Britain's most remarkable wildlife

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Carnival mardi gras pride - on the Isle of Wight - blog

20) Join in with the Island's festival spirit

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Godshill Park Barn - Shepherds Hut - Courtesy of Godshill Park Barn (blog)

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Balance + Glo - Jenny Stewart Yoga - SUP yoga on river (blog)

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Quay Arts (courtesy Darragh Gray)

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Dark Skies at Castlehaven Isle of Wight

25) Go stargazing in one of Britain's darkest places

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Couple Carisbrooke Castle walk

27) Explore ancient castles and fortifications 

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Discover why the Isle of Wight is your perfect 2027 getaway. Experience award-winning ferry travel, stunning attractions, and unmissable events. Book your adventure!

Isle of Wight in 2027: Your Ultimate Wightlink Ferry Adventure

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James Rayner

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Carisbrooke Legendary Joust 1

Step back into The Middle Ages at Carisbrooke Castle

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Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Journey through time on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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Swiss Cottage at Osborne, Isle of Wight

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Quarr Abbey Farmhouse

Reach for the stars at High Down Rocket Test Site

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Visit the Island's last surviving windmill

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Carisbrooke Castle from the air

From Victorian forts to monastic ruins and Bronze Age mounds to hilltop castles, the Isle of Wight is up to its elbows in history 

Bringing history to life on the Isle of Wight

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Red campervan with flowers

Discover the best things to do on the Isle of Wight in September 2026, from festivals and cycling events to stargazing, food and live music.

Things to Do on the Isle of Wight in September 2026

The real Isle of Wight

The top 11 most-recommended Isle of Wight attractions

Isle of Wight Festival 2027: what to expect

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in November

Inspirational Islanders: Adrian Evans, The Wheatsheaf in Yarmouth

3 inspiring New Forest & Isle of Wight itineraries for your perfect short break

Top Isle of Wight Tipples

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in October

Your Island Adventure: 27 things to do on the Isle of Wight in 2027

Bringing history to life

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in September

A roaring legacy: Wildheart Animal Sanctuary celebrates 50 years

The Isle of Wight as seen on screen – from TV comedies to Bollywood epics

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