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IWSR-Geoff Hammerley Norton

Meet Geoff, a passionate steam enthusiast and volunteer signalman at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Inspiring Islanders: Geoff Hammersley-Norton, Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Inspirational Islanders

Yarmouth Castle is a fantastic picnic spot with breathtaking views across the Solent. Step back in time and see recreations exhibits about the many adventures that occurred in the stretch of sea that the castle overlooks.

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Yarmouth Castle

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The 24th May marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Queen Victoria – the second-longest reigning monarch, and regular holiday visitor to the Isle of Wight. 

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Queen Victoria on the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight

Things to do

This delightful route take you along picturesque country lanes to Chale – well placed for a visit to Blackgang Chine theme park. It’s about 12 miles, but if you’re looking for a shorter ride cut through at Yafford.

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Brighstone to Chale

This pleasant ride starts at Carisbrooke with its imposing medieval castle and takes you along country lanes to Gatcombe, site of one of the Island’s oldest churches and picture-postcard Shorwell, one of Queen Victoria’s favourite places to visit.

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Carisbrooke

With over 140 donkeys and ponies, everyone is welcome to come and visit including well behaved dogs, who can enjoy over 55 acres of beautiful countryside.

Donkeys at Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

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Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Lose yourself in the Land of Imagination at Blackgang Chine…the UK’s oldest amusement park where you step out of the everyday and into a magical world where the only constraint is your own creativity.

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Blackgang Chine Waterforce waterslide ride

Blackgang Chine - Wightlink Explorer

No one knows what recreational tree climbing is…

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Child descending a tree with Goodleaf Tree Climbing, Isle of Wight

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Goodleaf Tree Climbing was started by New Zealander Paul McCathie in 2015. In this blog, Paul shares some information about why Goodleaf Tree Climbing is a popular Isle of Wight adventure activity, and how you can get involved.

Climbing trees with Goodleaf on the Isle of Wight

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Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival - thanks to Visit Isle of Wight (3)

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Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival - thanks to Visit Isle of Wight (1)

Discover new walks at the Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival 2025, 4–12 October. Enjoy history, nature and family fun, with discounted Wightlink travel.

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Isle of Wight Walking Festival

New walks at the Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival

Family fun

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James Rayner

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Whitecliff-Bay-Holiday-Park

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6 Coastguard Cottages

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The Buddle Inn at Niton, Isle of Wight

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Steephill

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St Catherines Lighthouse Cottages

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Isle of Wight Hideaways - Little Halt

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Upper Caponier

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Sturdy double-bedroom

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HMS Bond 20220421_120800

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Villa Rothsay - courtesy FB page

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16. Seaview view from Drone (3 Bed) (1)

Whether you’re looking for a coastal cottage, a clifftop campsite or a seaside holiday lodge, we have plenty of ideas.

Stay by the sea on the Isle of Wight

Places to stay

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