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Sometimes the great British weather doesn't play ball, even on the sunny Isle of Wight. If you're looking for something to do, here’s a selection of great things the Isle of Wight has to offer to get you started.
Get an overview of Island life at the Museum of Island History. Dinosaur enthusiasts will love Dinosaur Isle and the Dinosaur Expeditions, Conservation & Palaeoart Centre.
Moving ahead in time from the dinosaurs, visit the Brading Roman Villa for an insight into Roman life on 'Vectis'.
Dimbola Museum in Freshwater charts the life of Julia Margeret Cameron, a pioneer of photography, and hosts contemporary photographic exhibitions. Isle of Wight Museum of Glass at Arreton Barns has over 1200 peices of art glass from Isle of Wight studios and other British makers. Quay Arts Centre in Newport has seasonal exhibitions and you can get hands-on with a workshop or enjoy live performances.
Local museums abound, many of which are real gems. Try Ventnor Heritage Museum, the National Trust's Brighstone Village Museum, Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum in the old bus depot in Ryde, The Wight Military & Heritage Museum near Cowes, Shipwreck Centre and Maritime Museum at Arreton Barns and the Classic Boat Museums in East and West Cowes.
Immerse yourself in times gone by at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway and enjoy views of Island countryside from a classic train carrage.
If castles are your thing, head to the Elizabethan fortress at Carisbrooke Castle or climb the battlements and enjoy the views of the Solent at Yarmouth Castle, both English Heritage.
You can even explore Victorian coastal defences and secret rocket testing site at The National Trust's Needles Old Battery & New Battery, perched high above the Needles Rocks. A short drive away is Fort Victoria which has a café and the Fort Victoria Model Railway, Island Plantarium and the Isle of Wight Reptilarium.
Tranquil Quarr Abbey at Fishbourne is home to Benedictine monks who welcome visitors to their extensive grounds, farm shop, tearoom and art gallery.
Newtown Old Town Hall and Bembridge Windmill are both National Trust properties. Calbourne Water Mill offers a range of things to do outdoors and a selection of mini museums.
On a much larger scale, visit Queen Victoria's stunning home Osborne House and if it stops raining, enjoy the formal gardens and landscaped grounds.
Book a riding lesson or join and hack at the Island Riding Centre - their indoor arena means all weather equine fun. Get properly wet at The Heights, Medina Leisure Centre, Waterside Pool or West Wight Sports Centre with a relaxing dip or fun splash session.
Set a new lap record at the Island’s all weather karting track at Wight Karting and feel like a true F1 pro. Have a game or two of tenpin bowling or laserquest at Ryde Superbowl. Kids can run around at JR Zone’s soft play centre and laser combat arena. There's loads for kids of all ages to swing, bounce, run and jump around indoors and out at Tapnell Farm Park.
The Island features a large and brilliant selection of animal attractions, wildlife parks and zoos. Take a trip to Amazon World, the Island's largest exotic animal attraction, or see the big cats at the Isle of Wight Zoo in Sandown. Get up close with something cute and fluffy at Tapnell Farm Park, or step into a world of beautiful butterflies at Butterfly World.
Or open your eyes and ears as you travel around the Island - you may see red squirrels or even England's biggest birds, the white tailed eagles.
High Street shopping with a good range of independents is alive and well on the Island. We don't have any shopping malls, but we do have lots of eclectic choice! Union Street in Ryde, Cowes, Yarmouth, Bembridge and Ventnor all offer a mix to browse and buy.
For different gifts and treats, try Oasis near Brading, which sells homewares from Bali, or learn all about garlic and how to grow your own at The Garlic Farm. Take a drive along the Military Road and pop in to Isle of Wight Pearl for jewellery. Island Originals on the outskirts of Sandown, has been reinvented from an agricultural polytunnel. Inside, you’ll find an exciting range of local craftspeople, small gift shops and artisans.
Garden centres are a great place for garden bits and a bite of cake - visit Busy Bee Garden Centre, Honnor & Jeffery, Medina Garden Centre and Thompsons.
Grab your coat and pull on your wellies and head out into the great outdoors anyway. There are plenty of walks that offer a bit of protection from the elements and are on hard paths. How about walking alongside the River Yar between Yarmouth and Freshwater (there's plenty of pubs at both ends), or alongside the River Medina on the Cowes to Newport cycle way.
If its not too wet, the Sandown to Shanklin reventment alongside the beach is a lovely option, and there are plenty of cafes and pubs to pop into along the route. Other seaside walks include Cowes to Gurnard and Ryde to Appley. Or head into the woods and shelter under the trees in Parkhurst Forest or Firestone Copse, both of which have gravel tracks.
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Sports Ground
RYDE
A top family action attraction on the Isle of Wight: all-weather, outdoor, racing driver experience for 8-88 year olds.
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.
Family Fun & Activities
ALUM BAY
Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty overlooking The Needles Rocks and Lighthouse, there's breathtaking scenery and a spectacular chairlift past amazing coloured sand cliffs.
Castle / Fort
YARMOUTH
A Tudor Castle in a beautiful seaside town.
Animal Collection / Zoo
YARMOUTH
Enjoy all weather fun at award-winning Tapnell Farm Park with bouncy pillows, pedal go-karts, crazy golf, sledge slides, trim trail and new spiders climbing web. Plus meet our Wallabies, Meerkats and other animals as you wander around the paddocks.
Historic House / Palace
EAST COWES
Step into Queen Victoria’s favourite country home and experience a world unchanged since the monarch died here just over 100 years ago.
Museum
High Street, NEWPORT
Designed by John Nash and built in 1816, the historic Guildhall is home to the Museum of Island History. Discover the Island from pre-historic past to the present day with:
* Touch Screen Computers. * Hands on Exhibits. * Quizzes and Games. *…
Castle / Fort
CARISBROOKE
Visit Carisbrooke Castle and enjoy over 800 years of history!
Windmill
BEMBRIDGE
Built around 1700 this is the only surviving windmill on the Island and has most of its original machinery intact on four floors which are accessed by steep steps. It was in operation throughout the Victorian period and only closed in 1913.…
Shop / Shopping Centre
BRIGHSTONE
'Providing a superior shopping experience'
We’re proud to present the most exciting collection of pearl jewellery for your delectation and delight from our world of wonderful.
Theatre
WEST COWES
Trinity Theatre is owned by one of the oldest amateur dramatic societies in Britain.
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.
Leisure / Swimming Pool
FRESHWATER
The West Wight Sports and Community Centre offers a range of activities including Swimming pools, sports hall (which can be used for football, badminton, basketball etc.), gym, café and over 50 adult fitness classes every week. We also provide…
Historic Site
BRADING
Have a day out with a difference at Brading Roman Villa. Visit one of the finest Roman sites in the UK, the award winning Visitor Centre and Museum offers a unique insight into Roman life in Britain.
Museum
BRADING
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 private doll and toy collection started…
Cinema
NEWPORT
Multiplex Cinema situated in the centre of Newport, with car parking available (time limited & pay and display) and is also close to public transport links.
Cineworld show the latest releases and also offer Movies for Juniors at the weekend and…
Horse Riding
NEWPORT
At Island Riding Centre we offer Riding School activities from group to private lessons, beach and trail rides and onsite hacks – the perfect place to saddle up. If you are learning to ride or an experienced horse rider, we have escapes and short…
Leisure / Swimming Pool
RYDE
Waterside Pool is next to the boating lake and the beach in Ryde. We are open all year and have activities for all ages and abilities, from casual swimming to water workout classes and swimming lessons.
Adventure Park / Playground
NEWPORT
JR Zone is the Island's leading indoor adventure play centre, with an exciting three-level play frame, giant slides, ball pools, sky glides, plus dedicated toddler and baby areas. JR Zone cafe serves everything from a light snack to a home cooked…
Theatre
NEWPORT
Cultural activities: plays, music, visiting productions.
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