Welcome to the Woodvale overlooking The Solent close to the town of Cowes

Situated in the picturesque village of Gurnard overlooking The Solent, The Woodvale offers a large traditional bar, a function room and extensive gardens featuring a stepped terrace.We also offer traditional bed and breakfast in boutique style accommodation.
Close to the yachting haven of Cowes,
it is the perfect viewpoint to watch
all the sailing regattas including Cowes Week
and the Round the Island Race.

Sit back, relax and enjoy one of the most renowned sunsets in the world.
Our main menu offers a range of choices, and an ever changing specials board including speciality fish dishes. In peak season our terrace comes alive enabling you to dine 'al fresco'.
All this coupled with the fact that our cellar
offers a good selection of cask ales, fine wines and spirits makes The Woodvale
the perfect choice.

The Woodvale
has been offering traditional hospitality for over 80 years.

Good Food

Great Beers

Comfortable Rooms

‘This is in a fantastic location, you should go just for that!
Get a beer, kick back in the sun, watch the boats and stay for the sunset as well’