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Former journalist Gavin Foster has lived on the Isle of Wight all his life. Here he describes some of the Isle of Wight indoor activities that keep his family entertained and educated.

Wet weather family things to do on the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight

Things to do

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Two Wightlink ferries crossing in The Solent

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kids children victoria of wight play area

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Travelling abroad can be expensive, time consuming and stressful, especially with children. The popular alternative is a staycation.

Enjoy a hassle-free holiday on the Isle of Wight

Wightlink

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Cars check in at Wightlink's Gunwharf port, Portsmouth

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A Wight Class ferry waits at the Wightlink ferry port in Fishbourne, Isle of Wight. The tide is low.

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Wight Class Fishbourne

Looking to visit the Isle of Wight but never taken your car on a ferry before? Don’t be daunted by the unknown; ferries are a fantastic way to travel!

Top tips for ferry travel

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Whether it’s from our farms, in our restaurants or in the kitchens, there’s something about the Isle of Wight that results in food and drink of the highest quality.

Quirky places to eat on the Isle of Wight

Where to eat

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The waters around the Isle of Wight are the ideal place for kayaking in the Autumn— full of interesting creeks and bays to explore and teeming with wildlife.

What Is It Like To Kayak Around The Isle Of Wight?

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Wightlink FastCat with Portsmouth Harbour in the background

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Wightlink ferry, St Clare on the Solent with the Isle of Wight in the background

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Whether you travel frequently to and from the Isle of Wight or you’re planning your first Wightlink ‘cruise’ you may be curious about some of the landmarks you can see from the ferry.

Spy on The Solent...

Lymington

Mainland

Portsmouth

Ryde

Yarmouth

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Appley Tower on Ryde Beach, Isle of Wight

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Okay, Needles, now let’s get rock formations

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Military-Road-car

Top 5 scenic views on the Isle of Wight - Wightlink Ferries

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Toms-Eco-Lodge

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Glamping-the-Wight-Way

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The Isle of Wight is widely considered to be the camping capital of the UK, largely thanks to the stunning scenery, extra hours of sunshine and the fact that you can feel miles away, when in fact it is only a mere couple of hours door to door…

Under the stars...

Places to stay

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Camping with the family is great fun and can generate many happy memories. It’s a great, cheap way to holiday and once you’re organised and prepared, you can enjoy many fun times away together.

Enjoy family-friendly camping on the Isle of Wight

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The-Garlic-Farm-entrance

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The Cow Co. Restaurant Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth

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The West Wight Alpaca Farm, Wellow – Yarmouth

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Baywatch-on-the-Beach

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When you for a cycle ride on the Isle of Wight, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to places to stop off and refuel. Cycling expert Tim Wiggins rounds up his favourite cafes.

Top cycling cafes on the Isle of Wight

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Isle of Wight Classic Buses, Beer and Walks Weekend

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As well as being a popular destination for getting away from it all, the Isle of Wight also hosts a range of quirky and unusual events. Here are our recommendations for the most unusual and quirky events still to come in 2019

The quirkiest festivals on the Isle of Wight

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Packing. The one thing we all dread when it comes to going on a holiday. The word alone is enough to give the average traveller a headache and start asking all of the usual questions.

5 Things To Take on a Coach Holiday

Wet weather family things to do on the Isle of Wight

Enjoy a hassle-free holiday on the Isle of Wight

Top tips for ferry travel

Quirky places to eat on the Isle of Wight

What Is It Like To Kayak Around The Isle Of Wight?

Spy on The Solent…

Top 5 scenic views on the Isle of Wight

Under the stars…

Enjoy family-friendly camping on the Isle of Wight

Top cycling cafés on the Isle of Wight

The quirkiest festivals on the Isle of Wight

5 Things To Take on a Coach Holiday