A fantastic introduction to gravel riding on the Isle of Wight, this route offers traffic-free cycle paths, challenging hill climbs and awesome views.

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ryde twist cycling route

The Ryde Twist cycle route

Join the fun on 23 August for Childrens Carnival Day, taking place in different town centre locations like Minghella’s Square and the Town Square.

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Ryde Children's Carnival Day

Canoeing and kayaking on the Isle of Wight

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Canoe in waters hero blurred

Discover the best kayaking and canoeing spots on the Isle of Wight, from peaceful creeks to dramatic sea cliffs. Plan your paddle and explore the Island by water.

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James Bridle Music, Event, Commercial Photographer

What's it like to kayak around the Isle of Wight?

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IOW paddleboarding blurred hero

Experience paddleboarding paradise on the Isle of Wight. Discover serene bays, gentle rivers and stunning coastal views. Start your SUP adventure here.

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Man paddleboarding Needles IOW

Paddleboarding on the Isle of Wight

Paddleboarding equipment hire and lessons

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family with kids ryde appley beach

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Classic Cowes Week 774 x 434

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Garlic Festival 2019 - Garlic girl-min

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Mid Section Of Vintner Examining Wine In Vineyard

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2 Wight Proms

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Sienna-Anderson-Blackgang-Chine-Big-Night-Out-Fireworks

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Ryde-illuminated-carnival

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Isle-of-Wight-Garlic-Festival-Blog-Header-801x533

Activities and events on the Isle of Wight in August 2024

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in August

Isle of Wight

Things to do

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IOW Steam Railway The 1940s Experience

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Ryde Mardi Gras Isle of Wight - New Carnival Co (2)

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The Lawn Bar at Northwood House, Cowes, Isle of Wight (1)

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Beach sports on Ryde Beach - Wight Wave Beach Festival

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Ventnor Fringe bar

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Steph Whitlock Speedway rider(credit Sportography-Ian Groves (2)

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Blackgang-Chine-Summer-Fest-Night-774x434

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Ryde-9

Events, activities and places to visit in July 2024 on the Isle of Wight

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in July

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Three IOW surfers

Discover the best surf spots on the Isle of Wight, from beginner-friendly beaches to advanced reef breaks. Find out where to go, when to surf and how to get there.

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Surfer walking along Compton Bay, Isle of Wight

Surfing on the Isle of Wight

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Darragh Gray

General tips for finding cheap accommodation

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Budget hotel (Canva stock)

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parkdean resorts family walk lake

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Parkdean Resports WightLife Competition gallary image (2)

There are still plenty of great accommodation deals to be found on the Isle of Wight if you know where to look. Here are my top tips for budget-friendly place to stay.

Isle of Wight on a Budget Part Two: Cheap Accommodation on the Isle of Wight

Places to stay

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A family playing ball and having a picnic on the Isle of Wight

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Goodleaf-Tree-Climbing

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Amazon-World-Explorer-Image-Lisa's-Photo-774x434

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Vintage bus inside

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off-road-cycling-freshwater-bay-iow

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Walk-the-wight-2

May is a great time to visit the Isle of Wight

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in May

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Wightlife Daniel Seaman

Meet 9 year old Daniel Seaman, a deaf goalkeeper from the Isle of Wight

Inspirational Islanders: Daniel Seaman, Goalkeeper

Inspirational Islanders

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