Isle of Wight

• Superb sandy beaches (closest only 1/2 mile away)
• Excellent sailing
• Boat trips on the Solent
• Water skiing, wind surfing, surfing
• Gunwharf Quays, Spinnaker Tower, Historic Dockyard at Portsmouth
• Amazon World
• Steam railway
• Children's adventure Park
• Golf, cycling, walking
• Needles Pleasure Park
• Boating nearby
• Fishing nearby
• Golf 2km, Tennis 6km, horseback riding 5km
• Clay pigeon shooting 2km
• Health club 5km
• Live entertainment nearby
• Cowes week
• Children's Adventure Park 2 min's walk
• Blackgang Chine
• Carisbrooke Castle
• Osbourne House
• Tiger & Big Cat Sanctuary
• Isle Of Wight Garden Show / Flower Festivals

There is so much more to see and do on the Isle of Wight and Wootton Creek provides the ideal location and is close to the car & passenger ferry ports. Whatever time of year you visit, the Island's beautiful scenery and unique charm will make you want to discover more for yourself.

The Isle of Wight is renowned for having a temperate climate, with more sunshine than any other English resort. There are many sandy coves to discover with child friendly beaches, and some stunning walks along the network of footpaths, bridle ways and cycle routes.

Although the island is so compact, there's so much to enjoy, including quaint villages, museums, castle, wildlife parks, a zoo, donkey sanctuary, a pearl factory, traditional pottery and glass blowing, arts and crafts, various stately homes including Queen Victoria's favourite holiday residence, Osborne House, sailing, water sports and golf. Shops and pubs all within 3 miles.

Wootton Creek
Wootton Creek has a very ancient history - it has been used as a waterway and port for thousands of years. The Romans landed cargo here; King Canute is said to have come ashore here; and the monks from nearby Quarr Abbey who owned the mill, had a fishery at the creek mouth.

From the earliest times there was a causeway across the creek and this, together with the presence of a mill, was the reason for the growth of the original settlement of Wootton. The group of houses clustered around the Sloop Inn are the oldest in the village and thought to be over 250 years old. In 1865 works were undertaken to improve the causeway and a new road was built bypassing the mill and the Sloop.

Today, the wider settlement of Wootton Bridge has crept slowly up either side of the valley away from its origins on the creek. It has become a very popular haunt for leisure yachtsmen, with several creek side businesses supporting a variety of maritime activities. The village also has a number of local shops, a scattering of pubs, a thriving community centre and is also home to the Island's steam railway.

Getting around:
All parts of the island are easily accessible by car, bus or even the comprehensive network of footpaths and cycle ways. The 'Rover' tickets are an excellent way to explore the island.

Local Attractions include:

Shanklin Chine – step back in time and enjoy the peace and tranquility of this historic gorge, first opened in 1817 and a former home of smugglers, located in the Olde village of Shanklin.

Blackgang Chine – set in over 40 acres of spectacular cliff top gardens, you will find a magical mix of fantasy, legend and heritage!

Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary – over 200 donkeys and other animals have been rescued and given a permanent home to enjoy the remainder of their lives.

The Needles & Needles Pleasure Park – For a breathtaking view of the Needles Rock and Lighthouse and the world famous coloured sand cliffs. Watch the fascinating art of glass blowing at Alum Bay Glass.

Historic Island – take a fascinating journey through history exploring any one of the Island's historic properties including Osbourne House at East Cowes, Carisbrooke Castle at Newport or Yarmouth Castle, Yarmouth.

Isle of Wight Steam Railway – experience a journey into the past, traveling through beautiful countryside in carriages built in a bygone age pulled by locomotives powered by steam.

Waltzing Waters – the world's most elaborate water, light and music production.

Dinosaur Farm Museum – in 1992 the island's largest and most spectacular dinosaur was excavated which had lain undisturbed for 120 million years under the farm.

Cowes – made famous by the huge ‘Cowes Week’ sailing regatta.

Godshill – beautiful olde village full of thatched cottages, tea rooms and shops and is also home to the model Village with its beautiful gardens.

What's On
There are many events throughout the year. These events include the internationally renowned Skandia Life Cowes Week, the return of the Isle of Wight Music Festival, Isle of Wight Walking Festival, weekly sailing regattas.

Visit the web sites below for further information on any of the above and any upcoming events.

iwight.com - the Isle of Wight Council website.

islandbreaks.co.uk - the Isle of Wight Tourism Website.

hants.gov.uk - Events in Hampshire and the surrounding area

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