Isle of Wight Tourist Information

The Isle of Wight is one of the only locations in the UK where Red Squirrels still thrive. Red Squirrel Week (3-11 October 2009) aims to draw attention to Red Squirrels and their plight, and offers a great opportunity to get out and about on your very own Red Squirrel Safari. Visit Red Funnel’s interactive [...]

Holidaymakers and avid foodies can experience the delights of the famous Isle of Wight Garlic Festival at The Garlic Farm near Newchurch on 15 and 16 August.

Over 20,000 visitors are expected to attend the quirky festival where they can sample a range of garlicky treats including garlic sausages, garlic prawns and hot garlic bread, whilst [...]

Red Funnel Holidays is offering a fantastic range of breaks for loved-up twosomes and cynical singles to the Isle of Wight this Valentine’s Day plus discounts on crossings of up to 50%!
Couples can enjoy a romantic weekend break at the five star Horseshoe Bay House in the charming village of Bonchurch from £200 or spoil [...]

Walking on the Wight, sleeping at The Savoy – from £55 pp
Bringing together people from all walks of life, the Celebratory Walking Weekend (24-27 October) is an ideal opportunity to enjoy the Isle of Wight’s incredible autumn scenery. Choose between 47 different rambles, ranging from woodland management and coastal cliff hikes to singing walks and [...]

You want to ride your bicycle, you want to ride your bike? Well now you can, on the Isle of Wight. Pedal on down to the Isle of Wight Cycling Festival (13-21 September) and take part in activities including the ‘Cycle of Wight’, a 65-mile round-trip of the island, family rides and free cycle and stunt [...]

If yours is a family filled with Wimbledon-wannabes, test out their tennis prowess without busting the budget on a self-catered short break to the Isle of Wight. With three full-size courts and two short tennis options, The Savoy has plenty of places to perfect those aces, as well as a wide range of complimentary sports [...]