Planning a Visit

Travelling to the Isle of Wight

> Red Funnel Ferries
Red Funnel has the newest cross-Solent fleet and operates the largest vehicle ferries ever to serve the Isle of Wight. They sail around the clock, 364 days a year between Southampton, the gateway to the Island, and East and West Cowes.

> Wightlink
Wightlink is the island's largest ferry operator, offering the easiest and quickest ways of getting to the Isle of Wight from Portsmouth to Fishbourne/Ryde and Lymington to Yarmouth.

Accommodation on the Isle of Wight

> Cowes Accommodation
. A Cowes based family agency with over 150 properties ranging from one bedroom cottages, luxury penthouse apartments with sea views to 7 bedroom houses. Easy access to all tourist attractions throughout the Island.

> Isle of Wight Camper Van Holidays
A fantastic, exhilarating way to explore many outstanding areas and sights of the beautiful Isle of Wight.

> Isle of Wight Hotels
Isle of Wight Hotels.co.uk is the ideal place to start planning your holiday on the Isle of Wight.

> Niton Barns
Luxurious converted barns set within the picturesque village of Niton.

> Old Mill Holiday Park
Self catering accommodation in Pine Cabins, Lodges & Carvans located in St Helens overlooking Bembridge Harbour.

> Orchards Holiday Park
This family owned park provides an opportunity to explore the natural charm of the Isle of Wight or simply to relax and unwind in a delightful setting.

> Sherwood Clifftop Hotel
The Sherwood Clifftop Hotel is superbly situated overlooking the Bay, with breathtaking views of Culver Cliffs and the English Channel.

> Sherwood Court Hotel
The Sherwood Court offers a variety of holidays and breaks that can include ferry arrangements if required.

> Southland Camping Park
This sheltered five star, five pennant, award winning Camping and Caravan Park is ideal for quiet and peaceful family holidays.

> STN Super Travel Net

> The Farringford Hotel
Farringford the former home of Lord Tennyson, now a country house hotel. Open to non residents every day for coffee, lunches, afternoon tea and dinner.

> The Really Green Holiday Company
We provide high quality environmentally friendly holidays in comfortable yurts and bell tents on the beautiful Isle of Wight.

> The Royal Hotel - 4 Star Luxury Isle of Wight Hotel
55 bedroom hotel and is the only AA 4 Star Isle of Wight Hotel. It is set in the coastal town of Ventnor with outstanding views of the Isle of Wight's breathtaking coastline.

Accommodation on the South Coast

> Shorefield Holidays Limited
For the perfect family holiday on the South Coast and New Forest

Park Resorts

> Independent Cottages

Welcome to Park Resorts, the UK's leading operator of medium-sized UK Holiday Parks. With 37 great family Holiday Parks to choose from, you are sure to find one to suit you.

UK Attraction Information

> Attraction Bank
Check us out on the UK Attraction Bank.

Miscellanous Useful Links

Isle of Wight Tourism
The official tourist board to the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Weather
Live from the Isle of Wight weather station

Isle of Wight County Press
The Island's newspaper

Isle of Wight Radio
The Island's radio station

Isle of Wight Music Festival
Annual 3 day Music Festival

Bestival
Annual Music Festival hosted by Robin Hill at the start of September

Allkids
As featured on Allkids – the UK’s number 1 online parenting information magazine

Parent Pages
Parent Pages is a UK directory for families with babies and children

Amusement Park Directory
A comprehensive online Theme Park - Amusement Park Resource

The Needles
The Needles Park is one of the Isle of Wight's premier visitor attraction and is situated at Alum Bay.

GoodLeaf Tree Climbing
Brilliant tree climbing fun for all the family. Come and see the island from a new perspective!

Hovertravel
Hovertravel offer the fastest foot passenger service across the Solent and are the world’s longest running commercial hovercraft operator.

Paraglide
Butterfly Paragliding is one of the longest established paragliding schools in the UK, with a great safety record.

The Windmill Inn
The Windmill Inn is located in the quiet village of Bembridge on the beautiful Isle of Wight.

The Needles Battery
A coastal battery built in 1862 to defend the Solent from attacks by the French. Owned by the National Trust.

Island Speedway
British Premier League Speedway

Appuldurcombe Gardens
Surrounded by beautiful open countryside, we are just minutes by car from the superb beaches of Shanklin, Sandown and Ventnor.

The Fighting Cocks Pub
Gillian and Jack Bell would like to welcome you to the Fighting cocks Public House and Restaurant.

Brading Roman Villa
Brading Roman Villa is one of the finest Romano-British archaeological sites in the UK.

Waverley Excursions
Welcome aboard the Pleasure 'Steamers' WAVERLEY & BALMORAL. Let us take you on an unforgettable journey aboard these wonderful historic ships.

Rosemary Vineyard
Welcome to Rosemary Vineyard, one of the largest British vineyards, covering 30 acres, Rosemary Vineyard is ideally placed to make the most of the mild Island climate.

The Garlic Farm
The Garlic Farm on the Isle of Wight is one of the UK’s premier grower of garlic and source of all things garlic.

Wight Cycle Hire
The best hire centre locations Delivered to any Island Location .Full Island wide mobile support , Cycle hire for the whole family , Tag alongs, child seats & trailers ,High quality bikes & accessories.

Butterfly World
One of the Island's leading tourist attractions. Whether you're here for the day, or just a flying visit, there is so much to see and do and it's all under cover

Isle of Wight Council
The Isle of Wight Portal for local news and information on all aspects of tourism, living and working on the IOW

Yarmouth Harbour
Town and sailing facilities in this yachting and ferry port. Events, map, general information, harbour commissioners, notice board, and guide.

BBC
Cbeebies Childrens Television Programme.

About Britain
Information about Britain.