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For many families, travelling abroad for half term is too expensive and just too much hassle. So, what if there was somewhere that you could travel to easily and by crossing the water feel as though you were leaving the country. Then look no further and choose the Isle of Wight for your May half term adventures.
Whatever you want to do over the May half term holiday, you’ll find plenty of activities, attractions and fresh air on the sunny Isle to suit all ages from the tiniest people to the pickiest of teenagers. There are miles of beaches to explore and beach-comb, dinosaur footprints to discover and fossils to find as well as waves to surf and sandcastles to build. For keen walkers and cyclists there are flat trails to follow as well as more challenging routes including a round the Island cycle path. Take a picnic and enjoy the scenery.
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The Island’s attractions are open for business during the holidays and often offer special shows and events during half term. Blackgang Chine, Robin Hill, the Isle of Wight Zoo, Amazon World Zoo Park and Tapnell Farm are all great places for kids to enjoy the rides, animals and run around to their heart’s content. There are on site refreshments available too so you can really make a day of it. There plenty of history too on the Island and Osborne House and Carisbrooke Castle should be on your visit list as should the historic Needles Battery and The Isle of Wight Steam Railway with its fabulous Victorian and Edwardian rolling stock and museum. The ever popular Needles Landmark Attraction should definitely be on your list too.
Many of the Island’s hotels, holiday accommodation, beaches, pubs and restaurants are dog friendly so you could bring the dog and have a real family half term and while we’re talking about food, you’ll be spoiled for choice. From beach side cafes to pubs, fine dining and cream teas, there’s something to tempt everyone’s taste and suit everyone’s budget. Enjoy local produce, fresh fish and go home feeling that you really have had a true Isle of Wight half term experience.
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Whatever you decide to do and however you’re travelling, it couldn’t be easier to get to the Isle of Wight via Lymington, Southampton, Southsea or Portsmouth. There are regular rail connections to the south coast via SWR.
Travelling as a foot passenger is simple due to our excellent transport links with trains, buses, foot passenger ferries and our hovercraft service.
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YARMOUTH
After the success of Talk to the Animals earlier in the year, Terry Antular and his team of animal communication experts have been given their own all singing all dancing live talk show on prime time this May half term!
Lights, Camera, Action..…
Family
ARRETON
Head to Arreton Barns on Bank Holiday Monday 25th May for Arreton Barks Dog Show. The Island's largest arts and craft centre becomes a hub for waggy tails and canine conundrums. Known for many amazing events, the Barns will be home to a 'more than'…
Heritage & History
HAVENSTREET
A rare opportunity to see as much of our rolling stock in operation as possible with an intensive passenger and goods train service there is so much to see. We will be offering the opportunity to take a ride round the sidings.
With a Real Ale…
Childrens Events
RYDE
Junior Track Days are for juniors aged between 8-15 years who will get the chance to be Adrenaline Junkies without parents! Training to race from Level 1- 5 and by the end of the programme being ready for our larger, faster karts. Our own driver…
Special Events
NEWPORT
The sky’s the limit this May at Robin Hill’s brand-new soaring event, Sky High. Marvel at the sight of over 40 hot air balloons of all shapes and sizes, taking flight from and tethered in the Lower Valley.
You’ll have the opportunity to meet…
Heritage & History
HAVENSTREET
A rare opportunity to see as much of our rolling stock in operation as possible with an intensive passenger and goods train service there is so much to see. We will be offering the opportunity to take a ride round the sidings.
With a Real Ale…
Participatory Event
Freshwater
Have your very own pony for a day. Groom, go on a ride, have a lesson, cuddle, feed and of course, muck out your very own pony.
Just bring your lunch and a drink.
Adventure Park / Playground
SANDOWN
Located on the northern side of Sandown, Sandham Gardens is the ideal place to relax and enjoy some family time with friends and family.
Music
NEWPORT
isle of Wight Jazz Weekend is the best established jazz festival in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, regularly attracting star names from all around the UK and further afield including the USA and Australia.
Taking place in half term week, it…
Sporting Events
FRESHWATER
The Isle of Wight Festival of Running has been designed with the whole family in mind - With a fun run for children and a range of runs for adults. There is on site camping and a variety of refreshments available.
The weekend of running is…
Childrens Events
YARMOUTH
Cloud the Unicorn returns to his favourite holiday home at Tapnell Farm Park, but this time he's bringing a whole host of Fairytale friends to join him! Be transported to a medieval fairytale world full of princes and princesses, jesters and…
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Isle of Wight Steam Railway
The Needles Landmark Attraction
Sandham Gardens
Osborne House
Luccombe Manor
Luccombe Hall Hotel
Wight Holiday Lettings
Ferries & Accommodation
Virtual Walk the Wight
Isle of Wight Walking Festival
1940s Experience
Sky High at Robin Hill
Dog friendly
Competitions
Over half of the Isle of Wight is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Family Holidays
Information on all the ferry options available to the Isle of Wight from mainland UK
Slow Travel Guide
Red Squirrel Electric Bike Hire
Walking
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