Local Attractions on the Isle of Wight

Here is a list of just a few of the islands many attractions, please click on the ones you are interested in and you will be able to visit their site. Alternatively, if you would like to see more the island has to offer please visit www.visitisleofwight.co.uk/

Wight Good Food Guide -The only independent food guide on the Isle of Wight

Owl and Monkey Haven - The Owl and Monkey Haven has been created to provide a safe, happy environment for primates and birds of prey who find themselves without a home.

Isle of Wight Steam Railway - the largely volunteer-run Isle of Wight Steam Railway, which began operating trains in 1971. The railway runs five miles from Wootton, through Havenstreet and Ashey, to Smallbrook Junction, which links with Island Line's electric trains that run from Shanklin to Ryde Pier Head

Osborne House - Queen Victoria’s palace by the sea. A must for all visitors to the Isle of Wight.  Allow a whole day for this attraction.

Carisbrooke Castle - The Isle of Wight’s royal castle, where Charles I was imprisoned.

Amazon World - the largest exotic animal attraction on the Isle of Wight.

Isle of Wight Zoo -[Wild Heart Sanctuary] Home to Britain's largest collection of tigers, this award winning zoo has been a dedicated ally to the tiger for over a quarter of a century.

Dinosaur Isle - is the first purpose built dinosaur mueseum and visitor attraction in the UK, based in Sandown.

Blackgang Chine - Blackgang Chine is an eccentric mix of exciting rides, all set within rambling Victorian gardens and designed to appeal to the child in us all

Robin Hill - the Island’s favourite and friendliest attraction with something for every Island visitor to enjoy.

IOW Donkey Sanctuary - Free entry. was first established in 1987 to provide any donkey in distress or otherwise in need of care and attention, a safe and permanent home. Its own cafe.

Ventnor Botanic Gardens - The Botanic Garden on the Isle of Wight is a place where the pleasure of plants can be enjoyed to the fullest. There is also an excellent cafe for coffee and snacks.

Tapnell Farm. adventure park. West Wight. https://tapnellfarm.com/play/tapnell-farm-park

Link to other sites

This page contains links to other websites that our clients may find useful.

Other Businesses at Steephill Cove

Other properties to rent at the Cove are,

The Lighthouse, The Boathouse, The Beach Hut, [Web site]

Sea Breeze and Little Tamarisk… [B and B] Jim and Mandy Wheeler - 01983 855819  ajwsteephillcove@gmail.com

The Crab Shed - The Famous =Fresh crab pasties to take home or eat on the beach.

https://www.steephillcove-isleofwight.co.uk/crab_shed.html

The Cove Coffee Shop. Take away food a gift shop.

http://www.steephill-cove.co.uk/cove-coffee-shop/

http://www.covestuff.com/

The Beach Shack Cafe

 
 

Local Travel Links

We hope you find these links below useful when planning your trip.

Wightlink Passenger and Car Ferries - Wightlink Travel services to the Isle of Wight

Red Funnel - Ferries running between Southampton, Cowes and East Cowes.

Hovertravel - The only passenger hovercraft service in the world between Southsea and Ryde.

Island Line Railway Services - The Isle of Wights train service

Southern Vectis Bus Services - The Isle of Wights local bus company

 

Other Local Websites

Isle of Wight County Press - The local County Weekly Newspaper. Full of local stories and information; it's worth a read.

Isle of Wight Radio - The award winning local radio station for up to the minute information

Isle of Wight Tourism Tourist Information - Places to stay and things to do on the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Council - The local Council Web Site