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Did you know that the top cocktail, the Espresso Martini was invented by Dick Bradsell, a man who grew up on the Isle of Wight?

With that sort of mixology heritage, it is not surprising the Island is stirred, not shaken, when it comes to some lovely holiday drinks.

The Drunken Lobster in Ventnor, Artisan Cocktail Bar & Grill in Ryde and Wyld in Newport are three renowned cocktail destinations.

If cocktails are not your thing, then how about a pub with a view?

Being an Island, there are numerous seafront inns with sunsets to die for.

The Woodvale at Gurnard has a stunning outlook over the Western Solent and down the coast at Totland, The Waterfront is equally memorable.

Over on the South side of the Island, The Spyglass Inn has great views over Ventnor Bay and to the East, from the Crab and Lobster at Bembridge you can see all the way to West Sussex and the South Downs on a clear day.

Ths Isle of Wight is well served with its own beers too, with Goddards having its new destination brewery at Branstone now up and running and Island Ales, Yates’s and Wight Knuckle all producing some fabulous, thirst-quenching ales.

And don’t forget the Island’s own world-renowned Mermaid Gin, widely available at bars and restaurants across the Island, in three flavours!

Check out the many other pubs and bars on the Isle of Wight below...

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The Kings Head

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Yarmouth

The Kings Head is a welcoming and lively pub in the heart of the coastal town of Yarmouth.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Isle of Wight Distillery - Mermaid Bar

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RYDE

The only distillery on the Island was licensed in 2014 by long term friends Xavier Baker and Conrad Gauntlett.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
The Plough & Barleycorn

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SHANKLIN

Friendly, traditional pub.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Tourism For All

Red Lion

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Freshwater

The Red Lion is a traditional country pub featuring original flagstone floor and open fire. It is located in a quiet, rural corner of Freshwater close to the Causeway making it an ideal venue for cyclists and walkers. Our food is freshly prepared…

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King Lud

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RYDE

Warm, friendly atmosphere, excellent food, scenic seafront location.
Pier View Pub and Kitchen

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WEST COWES

The Pier View is an iconic pub located within the very heart of Cowes. Popular with locals and renowned within the sailing community as one of the world’s best yachting bars, the Pier View is a true landmark of the town.
Family run, the Pier…

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The Cellar Bar

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SANDOWN

A hidden gem of a bar with a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere in the heart of Sandown specialising in a wide range of excellent cocktails, extensive wine and gin menus, premium branded spirits and draught beers.

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Tourism For All

Steamer Inn

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SHANKLIN

The terrace at The Steamer Inn affords panoramic views across Sandown Bay to the English Channel. Situated right on Shanklin Esplanade, it’s a lovely spot to enjoy some of the Island’s fresh seafood or perhaps while away a relaxing afternoon. A…

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The Old Corner Bank

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SANDOWN

The Old Corner Bank has kept its charm of the bank it use to be with many of the original features still standing.
Visit for a drink or a home cooked meal that is fresh to order at affordable prices.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
The Townhouse

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SHANKLIN

Sports Bar

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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