This gem of a place is located centrally on the Island and offers a loving and forever home to donkeys. Open daily, entry is free and you can wander the site to say hello to over 100 donkeys and ponies. Dogs are welcome and Grazers Cafe offers refreshments. Donations to support the sanctuary are very welcome.
A large area of woodland maintained by the Forestry Commission. There's miles of woodland walks suitable for both walkers and mountain bikers. The red squirrel hide is a great place to spot wildlife from.
With over 200 animals, reptiles and birds to see you'll have a great time seeing tropical birds flying freely or see the crocodiles in the pond. There are displays and talks or you can just wander at your leisure. The zoo is open 364 days a year, dogs are not allowed but the zoo is wheelchair friendly.
An ancient village settled over 1000 years ago which now offers a community of crafts people who showcase their wares here alongside a village pub and shipwreck centre. Ample parking is provided (in keeping with tradition cars are not allowed in the centre) and entry is free.
Hours of family fun in Ventnor. Explore the park and enjoy. Parking is free and there's a limited number of disabled parking spaces.
There's something for everyone here with Monkey Mansion a soft play area for 3 - 12 yr olds, pool, gym and restaurant. Daily membership is available for visitors.
The perfect place to admire the views across Sandown and the Solent. Perched on top of a chalk ridge, the area has easy access with lots of car parks and footpaths with short turf. Take a look at the remains of the war fortifications and gun emplacements on the headland.
The Isle of Wight is renowned for its dinosaur footprints and fossils. Here the collection contains over 30,000 geological specimens within an interactive musem. Tour the gallery or take a fossil walk (booked separately), the choice is yours. Ticketed car parking is available and the facility is open year round (check their website for opening times).
Owned and maintained by the Forestry Commission, this area of woodland is ideal for walking and picnics. You'll find a great variety of butterflies in the summer months with red squirrel and green woodpeckers a common sight.
Situated on the north shore of the island and originally built to guard the Solent, what remains is now a country park for all to enjoy. Spend a day exploring the parkland, woodland walks and shore where you can watch the shipping go by. From Easter to October there are additional attractions including a planetarium, model railway and archaeology centre. Verdi's cafe is great for a refreshment stop before you continue your day. Ample parking is available and is free. A saver ticket can be purchased for the attractions.
'Enjoy fun Days Out in Isle of Wight with all the family with our long list of 36 things to do with the children, as recommended by people who have been there.'
26 August 2025
This gem of a place is located centrally on the Island and offers a loving and forever home to donkeys. Open daily, entry is free and you can wander the site to say hello to over 100 donkeys and ponies. Dogs are welcome and Grazers Cafe offers refreshments. Donations to support the sanctuary are very welcome.
7 September 2021
A large area of woodland maintained by the Forestry Commission. There's miles of woodland walks suitable for both walkers and mountain bikers. The red squirrel hide is a great place to spot wildlife from.
With over 200 animals, reptiles and birds to see you'll have a great time seeing tropical birds flying freely or see the crocodiles in the pond. There are displays and talks or you can just wander at your leisure. The zoo is open 364 days a year, dogs are not allowed but the zoo is wheelchair friendly.
An ancient village settled over 1000 years ago which now offers a community of crafts people who showcase their wares here alongside a village pub and shipwreck centre. Ample parking is provided (in keeping with tradition cars are not allowed in the centre) and entry is free.
Hours of family fun in Ventnor. Explore the park and enjoy. Parking is free and there's a limited number of disabled parking spaces.
There's something for everyone here with Monkey Mansion a soft play area for 3 - 12 yr olds, pool, gym and restaurant. Daily membership is available for visitors.
The perfect place to admire the views across Sandown and the Solent. Perched on top of a chalk ridge, the area has easy access with lots of car parks and footpaths with short turf. Take a look at the remains of the war fortifications and gun emplacements on the headland.
The Isle of Wight is renowned for its dinosaur footprints and fossils. Here the collection contains over 30,000 geological specimens within an interactive musem. Tour the gallery or take a fossil walk (booked separately), the choice is yours. Ticketed car parking is available and the facility is open year round (check their website for opening times).
Owned and maintained by the Forestry Commission, this area of woodland is ideal for walking and picnics. You'll find a great variety of butterflies in the summer months with red squirrel and green woodpeckers a common sight.
Situated on the north shore of the island and originally built to guard the Solent, what remains is now a country park for all to enjoy. Spend a day exploring the parkland, woodland walks and shore where you can watch the shipping go by. From Easter to October there are additional attractions including a planetarium, model railway and archaeology centre. Verdi's cafe is great for a refreshment stop before you continue your day. Ample parking is available and is free. A saver ticket can be purchased for the attractions.