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Mindfulness is a popular concept these days and feeding the grey matter is essential to a holistic feeling of wellbeing.

What better than to explore the visual arts at some of the Island’s museums.

The Museum of Island History in Newport is a treasure trove of paintings and photographs as well as amazing history of the Isle of Wight.

And if photography is your interest, then find out about the work of pioneer Julia Margaret Cameron ant Dimbola Museum and Galleries in Freshwater Bay.

This lovely little villa also has a permanent exhibition about the legendary 1970 Isle of Wight Festival, where Jimi Hendrix played to an estimated 250,000 people on nearby Afton Down.

If you want to go further back in time then Brading Roman Villa is a fascinating trip back in time and contains incredible mosaics discovered below a farmer’s field!

Music plays a big part in Isle of Wight life. You can let yourself go along with 50,000 others at the Isle of Wight Festival at Newport’s Seaclose Park each June or take it a bit more small scale at the regular gis of all genres at Shanklin Theatre and Medina Theatre in Newport.

Then there are the annual events such as Ventnor Fringe, which brings the best music comedy and theatre to the little South Island town, and Wight Proms in Northwood Park, Cowes.

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Tapnell Farm Park

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Yarmouth

Surrounded by amazing countryside and sea views, this all-weather attraction has a wide range of animals in the paddocks, and indoor and outdoor play – with loads to keep kids and adults entertained.

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3 Nov 2025to20 Mar 2026

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21 Mar 2026to1 Nov 2026
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Monkey Haven

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Animal Collection / Zoo

Newport

Whooping gibbons, mischievous monkeys, amazing owls and the naughtiest Meerkats ever! Swing by and say hello to the Island's Gold award-winning rescue centre and sanctuary.

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9 Feb 2026to31 Mar 2026

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1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026

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1 Oct 2026to3 Nov 2026

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1 Dec 2026to8 Feb 2027
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Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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Steam Railway

Havenstreet

Inspiring, surprising and award-winning… Equally appealing to adults and families, your visit to The Isle of Wight Steam Railway will charm, engage and captivate, leaving you with some lasting memories of a special day out.

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20 Mar 2026to5 Nov 2026

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3 Dec 2026to1 Jan 2027
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- Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction
Osborne

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Historic House / Palace

East Cowes

Osborne House was Queen Victoria’s family seaside home in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight. After first visiting Osborne, Queen Victoria wrote: 'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot'.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

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Wildlife Centres & Nature Reserves

Sandown

From pocket sized primates to powerful predators, the residents of Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, will charm and amaze you!

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1 Oct 2025to31 Mar 2026

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1 Feb 2026to31 Mar 2026

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1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026
Yarmouth Castle

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Castle / Fort

Yarmouth

A Tudor Castle in a beautiful seaside town of Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight

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Carisbrooke Castle

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Castle / Fort

Carisbrooke

Visit Carisbrooke Castle and enjoy over 800 years of history!

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Isle of Wight Rare Breeds CIC

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Farm

Alverstone, Sandown

The Isle of Wight Rare Breeds CIC is a must visit for families and nature lovers. Enjoy hands-on experiences with friendly animals and discover the farm’s rich history and conservation efforts.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Echo Me Sound Therapy

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Health & Wellbeing

Ventnor

Mel delivers sound baths across the Isle of Wight, and 121 sound therapy at her treatment space in Ventnor.

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Trees of Life Series Gong & Sound Baths - Oak

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Health & Wellbeing

Ventnor

Trees of Life Series Gong & Sound Baths.
Introducing a curated series of 4 Sound Journeys focusing on the natural gifts of British trees .
Bathe yourself in Oak's gifts of: Courage, strength & protection.
What is a sound bath?
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Trees of Life Series Gong & Sound Baths - Beech

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Health & Wellbeing

Ventnor

Trees of Life Series Gong & Sound Baths.
Introducing a curated series of 4 Sound Journeys focusing on the natural gifts of British trees .
Nourish yourself in Beech's gifts of: Knowledge, wisdom & renewal.
What is a sound bath?
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Museum of Island History

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Museum

High Street, Newport

Located in the heart of Newport inside the historic Guildhall, the Museum of Island History offers you a fascinating journey through the story of the Isle of Wight. From the age of dinosaurs to the modern day, this welcoming museum brings our…

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3 Feb 2026to26 Nov 2026
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Model Village Godshill

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Model / Miniature Village

Godshill

This beautiful Model Village is an RHS Partner Garden, set in nearly two acres of gorgeous landscaped gardens, a real retro find. A quintessentially English visitor attraction! Something for the gardeners and dreamers amongst us.

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23 Mar 2026to1 Nov 2026
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Newport Roman Villa

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Historic Site

Newport

On the edge of Newport town centre, the remains of this Roman farmhouse are well worth discovering. The villa has one of the finest bath suites in southern England and there are hands on activities for all of the family.

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30 Mar 2026to30 Sept 2026
Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum

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Museum

Ryde

An impressive collection of Island buses and coaches are housed here.

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5 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026
Lilliput Antique Doll & Toy Museum

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Museum

Brading

Celebrating 50 years in 2024!
This internationally acclaimed museum contains one of the finest collections of antique dolls and toys in Britain. Numbering over 2000 exhibits dating from circa 2000 BC to circa 1945, it was formed from the…

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5 Nov 2025to23 Mar 2026

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24 Mar 2026to1 Nov 2026
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- Visitor Ready Accredited by VisitEngland
Quarr Abbey

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Abbey / Priory

RYDE

Quarr Abbey is a working Benedictine monastery and is set in beautiful and peaceful surroundings and can be found just outside of Ryde.

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Sir Max Aitken Museum

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Museum

Cowes

Explore this unique museum in Cowes, home to three centuries of yachting and maritime history.

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3 May 2026to1 Oct 2026
Dinosaur Isle

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Museum

Sandown

Dinosaur Isle Museum is the start to your journey into the Island’s prehistoric past! Britain's first purpose-built dinosaur attraction is just over the sea wall from Sandown’s blue flag beach.

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17 Mar 2026to31 Dec 2026
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- Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction
Trees of Life Series Gong & Sound Baths - Willow

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Health & Wellbeing

Ventnor

Trees of Life Series Gong & Sound Baths.
Introducing a curated series of 4 Sound Journeys focusing on the natural gifts of British trees .
Indulge yourself in Willow's power of: Intuition, insight & magic!
What is a sound bath?
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The Isle of Wight has a great variety of superb caravan and chalet parks, many of which are located in some of our most spectacular landscape!

Isle of Wight Walking Festival
Isle of Wight Walking Festival
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Ventnor Fringe
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