Shanklin and the Island 2024
Entertainment
Family days out.
A number of activities for families. Two crazy golf courses play among the dinosaurs or pirates, various rides and games both indoors and outdoors.
Fish and chip shop, gift shop, slot machines games indoor golf and ice-cream parlour.
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Shanklin Beach
Luccombe RoadA number of activities for families. Two crazy golf courses play among the dinosaurs or pirates, various rides and games both indoors and outdoors.
Fish and chip shop, gift shop, slot machines games indoor golf and ice-cream parlour.
Ideal for a family day out. Lots of fun things to do. Very different from Shanklin Chine. Full day out so get there early to make the most of it.
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Blackgang Chine
Ideal for a family day out. Lots of fun things to do. Very different from Shanklin Chine. Full day out so get there early to make the most of it.
A seaside resort 30 mins walk from Shanklin along the lower coast path with pier and entertainments. Lots of amusements.
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Sandown
A seaside resort 30 mins walk from Shanklin along the lower coast path with pier and entertainments. Lots of amusements.
Lots of activities available locally to hire by hour or for the day. This is based opposite the apartment. There is also bicycle hire in the carpark next door which previous guests recommended.
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EsplanadeLots of activities available locally to hire by hour or for the day. This is based opposite the apartment. There is also bicycle hire in the carpark next door which previous guests recommended.
Fairly local, about 15 mins drive from Shanklin near Bembridge. Previous guests enjoyed a horse ride along the beach near Bembridge Lifeboat Station.
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Sally's Riding School
Fairly local, about 15 mins drive from Shanklin near Bembridge. Previous guests enjoyed a horse ride along the beach near Bembridge Lifeboat Station.
Tapnell Farm Park
Newport RoadRecommended by guests with children.
Open most of the year for hire of paddleboards wet suits etc. Situated on the beach between Shanklin and Sandown. Phone ahead to check.
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Wight Water
Open most of the year for hire of paddleboards wet suits etc. Situated on the beach between Shanklin and Sandown. Phone ahead to check.
Sightseeing
Historic town and esplanade.
Historic and lit at night. Not too much to see that can't be seen when you walk up the hill but interesting to walk around.
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Shanklin Chine
3 Chine AveHistoric and lit at night. Not too much to see that can't be seen when you walk up the hill but interesting to walk around.
A must see on the Island. Boat trips around the Needles can be booked in good weather.
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The Needles Landmark Attraction
Alum Bay New RoadA must see on the Island. Boat trips around the Needles can be booked in good weather.
Historic building. A stunning home and grounds which held a special space in Queen Victoria’s heart. Book on line for a cheaper entrance fee.
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Osborne House Osborne House Estate
Historic building. A stunning home and grounds which held a special space in Queen Victoria’s heart. Book on line for a cheaper entrance fee.
It has been an artillery fortress, king’s and royal summer residence. Far reaching panoramic views. Meet the famous Carisbrooke donkeys. Please book in advance.
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Carisbrooke Castle
Castle Hill It has been an artillery fortress, king’s and royal summer residence. Far reaching panoramic views. Meet the famous Carisbrooke donkeys. Please book in advance.
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Main RoadRide on a steam train.
A short walk from the apartment via the Chine or cliff lift.
A totally different feel. Lots of old fashioned gift shops, cream teas and pubs.
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Shanklin Old Village
A3055A short walk from the apartment via the Chine or cliff lift.
A totally different feel. Lots of old fashioned gift shops, cream teas and pubs.