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Choose the Island this summer

Make 2021 the year of clifftop walks with extraordinary views. The year of epic open spaces, yours for the taking. The year of the Isle of Wight.

Right on your doorstep, but seemingly a world away, the Island is the perfect getaway destination – whether you’re after a spur-of-the-moment short break or a week-long summer holiday. After all, the Isle of Wight wasn’t chosen as the UK Holiday Destination of the Year 2020 for no reason.

Open spaces and room to roam aren’t just the preserve of the Island itself, either – you’ll get that on our ferries, too. In response to coronavirus, we’ve put in a host of measures to make your journey with us as safe as possible – that’s why we’ve achieved the ‘We’re Good to Go’ mark from VisitEngland.

And, with midweek day returns starting from just £59*, there’s been no better time to visit the Island.

You can now get a head start in booking your preferred travel times for 2022. Secure your sailing by booking ahead for the busy summer holidays and summer weekends next year.

Get away from it all

Can you remember the last time you truly got away from it all? When you could truly linger over your lunch? The Isle of Wight is the ultimate island escape, your chance to leave the everyday behind.

Whatever floats your boat, whether it’s scenic drives, dog walks with clifftop views or visiting historic sites, laden with stories from yesteryear, we’re your link to the place that makes it happen.

 

Experience an island escape

Wightlife Stay

Introducing Wightlife Stay, your free essential guide to Isle of Wight accommodation. We’ve teamed up with many of the Island’s leading accommodation providers to bring you loads of info and inspiration on your perfect holiday home from home.

Find details on un-packed holiday parks, as well as secluded cottages, quality campsites and seaside hotels.  Award-winning accommodation is now at your fingertips.

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    • Family fun

    From a Royal residence to a rocket testing site, from riding the waves to riding a rollercoaster, from beaches to forests to an illuminated gorge, we’ve got an attraction for every type of family. 

    Whether you have an hour, a day, a weekend or a week to spend on the Isle of Wight you’ll experience something you’ve never seen before. 

    So what are you waiting for? Your next family adventure is closer than you think!

    Family fun on the Isle of Wight

    Freedom on foot

    Travelling by foot? No problem. Foot passengers can travel on all three of our routes with ease. Our dedicated passenger FastCat service can whip you across to the Isle of Wight in just 22 minutes. You can also take your bike with you for free.

    Once you hop off the FastCat, you’re only a short walk away from golden sands of Appley Beach and Ryde Interchange, where buses can connect you to the rest of the Island.

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    • Peace of mind with flexible bookings

    When you make a Standard Ticket booking with us, we promise flexibility. Change of plans? No bother – amend your booking online for free or get a refund, minus a £5 cancellation fee.

    We’ve put in a host of measures to make your journey with us as safe as possible, too – that’s why we’ve achieved the ‘We’re Good to Go’ mark from VisitEngland. Check our dedicated Coronavirus landing page for more information on what we’re doing to keep you safe when you travel with us.

     

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    Explore the Island

    Need to find something to do while you’re there? Wightlink Explorer has got you covered. Our interactive map is the go-to place for Island inspiration.

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