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Things to do in Shanklin

Shanklin is one of the Isle of Wight’s most well-known resorts, and it is therefore no surprise that there is a whole range of activities and attractions nearby to keep you entertained during your visit, no matter what the weather!

Here are 10 great ideas for things to do in Shanklin

Take a stroll through Shanklin Chine
Relax in a deck chair or go for a paddle on Shanklin Beach
See a show at Shanklin Theatre
Enjoy an Isle of Wight Cream Tea
Take in an open air concert at the Bandstand in Rylstone Gardens
Browse the unique, quirky shops in the Old Village
Explore with one of the many walking or cycling routes around Shanklin
Enjoy one of the many activities on Shanklin Esplanade
Take in the stunning views across the Bay from the cliff path
Taste some exquisite fresh Isle of Wight Seafood whilst gazing across the Bay

One of Shanklin’s most recognisable attractions and buildings is the Shanklin Theatre which is located on Prospect Road at one of the highest points of Shanklin town. Originally opened in 1874 the Theatre has offered a brilliant variety of entertainment over the years, from music, comedy and theatre to ballet, circus and even wrestling!

Here are 10 quirky facts about Shanklin Theatre:

“Did you know that whilst patrons were watching a show upstairs, a reinforced room had been constructed downstairs for the Civil Defence and Air Raid Wardens to monitor the ‘show’ of warfare in both World War II and the Cold War”
“Shanklin Theatre is reputed to have 82 rooms, but the audience only have access to 12 of them”
“Did you know that scenes from the film "That'll be the day" starring David Essex were shot on location at Shanklin Theatre in 1973”
“Actors & Stars would quite often complete a show at the Sandown Pavilion, jump in a waiting cab to be whisked off to perform at Shanklin Theatre, the performing actor coming in the opposite direction from Shanklin Theatre on the way to Sandown Pavilion would quite often stop and meet at Lake traffic lights to compare notes on the two different audiences”
“Did you know that Shanklin Theatre was formerly known as “The Institute” and opened in 1879”
“The original seating for the theatre was bought from W.W.Turner of Birmingham at a cost of £820.00”
“Did you know that Shanklin Theatre is unusual in that the audience are sitting on the flat, it is the stage which is raked. This might need special care and positioning when a wheelchair is in the production. Occupant and Wheelchair could end up in the front row”
“There is a time capsule put behind the 1933 foundation stone, this stone was half of the original stone which was cut in half”
“Did you know that J.B.Priestley personally attended a performance of his own play of “Time and the Conways” at Shanklin Theatre in August 1938”
“The original stage tabs (which was in crushed strawberry) and auditorium curtains were purchased from Fowlers at Ryde for £210.00”

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Shanklin Chine

SHANKLIN

Historic gorge with dramatic waterfalls and nature trail.

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Price Free to £25.00 Per Ticket
Shanklin Beach

Shanklin

Shanklin Beach is a one of the Isle of Wight’s best known stretches of golden sands, which backs onto a traditional English seafront promenade.
Small Hope Beach

Shanklin

Small Hope Beach sits to the left of the main Shanklin seafront and backs onto a spectacular cliff face.
Lake Beach

Sandown

Lake Beach is located between the popular resort beaches of Sandown and Shanklin, and shares the same gently sloping golden sands and clear swimming waters.
Jack Up Christmas

SHANKLIN

So you thought there was nothing happening at the end of November on the Isle of Wight? Well think again! Here's something really exciting to look forward to as the nights draw in and temperatures start to drop… Organisers of the hugely popular…
Mindfulness Through Art or Walk and Talk Wilderness

Shanklin

Choose either Mindfulness Through Art with Ignacio Lalanne or Walk and Talk Wilderness with Julia Gillick. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities
The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of…
Creating Laughter or Making Mosaics

Shanklin

Choose either Creating Laughter with Arthur Smith or Making Mosaics with Roz Wates. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities
The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of Wight, surrounded by…
Routefifty7 Bike Hire

SHANKLIN

Our mission, Getting people on bicycles, keeping people on bicycles, having fun with it and making a difference. Bikes for hire and Sale.
Pot Black Bar

SHANKLIN

The Pot Black Bar is a friendly family run business in the heart of Shanklin High Street.
Rylstone Tea Gardens and Crazy Golf

SHANKLIN

Old fashioned Tea Gardens and Crazy Golf.
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Yoga With Awareness or Life Writing

Shanklin

Choose either Yoga with Awareness with Ken Eyerman or Life Writing and Fiction with Steve Attridge. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities
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Slay Your Dragons With Compassion or The Heart of Your Story

Shanklin

Choose either Slay Your Dragons with Compassion with Malcolm Stern or The Heart of Your Story with Lisa O'Donnell. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities
The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the…
Joke Writing or The Song and You

Shanklin

Choose either Joke Writing with Kate Smurthwaite or The Song and You with Luke Meredith. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities
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Watercolour Painting or Writing

Shanklin

Choose either Taking Watercolour Painting Further with Michael Gahagan or Digging Deep with Amanda Smyth. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of…
Weaving by the Sea or Thriving in Transition

Shanklin

Choose either Weaving by the Sea with Theresa Sundt or Thriving in Transition with Julian Russell. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of Wight,…
Creating Laughter or Weaving by the Sea

Shanklin

Choose either Creating Laughter with Arthur Smith or Weaving by the Sea with Theresa Sundt. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of Wight, surrounded…
Walking to Ignite Your Creative Spark or Mindfuless

SHANKLIN

Choose either Walking to Ignite Your Creative Spark with Susie Self or Mindfulness with Michael Eales. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of Wight,…
Your Story or Yoga With Awareness

SHANKLIN

Choose either Your Story with Monique Roffey or Yoga with Awareness with Ken Eyerman. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of Wight, surrounded by…
Humorous Writing or Radiant Energy Yoga

SHANKLIN

Choose either Humorous Writing with Tony Hawks or Radiant Energy Yoga with Marina White Raven. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of Wight,…
Unlock Your Wonderful Life or Walk and Talk Wilderness

SHANKLIN

Choose either Unlock Your Wonderful Life with Andrew Risner or Walk and Talk Wilderness with Julia Gillick. Plus afternoon 'drop-in' courses and ad-hoc morning and evening activities The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house on the Isle of…

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