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Top 10 Things to do on a Rainy Day on the Isle of Wight
Rainy Days on the Isle of Wight What would a UK staycation be without a little bit of rain here and there? Although we all love a bit of feel good sunshine on our staycations, if I’m honest, I don’t mind a rainy day on the Isle of Wight either. So the weather report says…
Read MoreEating Out on the Isle of Wight
Eating out on the Isle of Wight I am often asked for food recommendations on the Isle of Wight. From friends, guests and islanders. I thought it was about time I put pen to paper 😉 A Unique perspective It is worth mentioning that one third of The Wight Place Team (me!) has a rather…
Read MoreTop 10 things to do on the Isle of Wight. Aged 7 Years!
Top Ten Places to visit on the Isle of Wight. Aged 7 years. Inspired by her school friends visiting the Isle of Wight this summer, Little Miss Wight Place decided to write a list of her Top 10 Places to visit on the island. The Isle of Wight is well known as a…
Read MoreThe Shipwreck Centre and Maritime Museum
Come on Dive in….. It’s been a couple of years since we last visited The Shipwreck Centre & Maritime Museum at Arreton Barns. Little Miss Wight Place was keen to go back as her school projects have developed somewhat in that time and  history seems to be a firm favourite. The Education Room A new…
Read MoreA visit to the Isle of Wight Pearl
A visit to the Isle of Wight Pearl The Isle of Wight has so many hidden treasures and places to visit. One of our recent favourite finds is the Isle of Wight Pearl. Set on the Military Road (which in itself is a delight), the Isle of Wight Pearl also houses Chocolate Island and from…
Read MoreWinter on the Isle of Wight – It’s not just for summer
What’s open over the Winter on the Isle of Wight? The island has a reputation for closing down in October and not coming back again until someone declares it’s Summer….  somewhere around Good Friday! There are a few tourist attractions and seasonal places that do close for the Winter months, but there are also…
Read MoreCan you travel to the Isle of Wight without a car
Top Tips for Travelling to the Isle of Wight without a car Planes, Trains and Automobiles? Nope, more like Ferry, trains and buses instead. We set out to establish if you really do need a car when visiting the Isle of Wight… First things First. The first decision to make when travelling…
Read MoreToddler Fun on the Isle of Wight
Top Trips Out for Toddlers on the Isle of Wight Who better to ask than Mum on an Island when it comes to the best places to visit on the Island with a toddler or 2 in tow…… Heading out with a toddler can certainly present its challenges and questions: will they be entertained? Can I…
Read MoreAnimal Encounters and Dinosaur hunting on the Isle of Wight
Animals, including extinct animals and a bit of beach action makes for a fun packed day on the Isle of Wight. After an early start from the mainland, we arrive at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary (previously known as The Isle of Wight Zoo)Â even before the doors have opened. The Sanctuary is conveniently located right next…
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