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ABOUT THE ISLE OF WIGHT | PUBLIC HOUSES | PLACES OF INTEREST | LINKS | WEATHER
• ABOUT THE ISLE OF WIGHT
At just 23 miles by 13 miles the diamond-shaped Isle of Wight is England's
smallest county, over half of the Island is designated as an Area of Outstanding
Beauty.
Separated from the English Mainland by the Solent is has an international reputation for its geographical history – fossils, including those of dinosaurs can be found on its beaches and it has inspired artists and writers such as Alfred Tennyson and Charles Dickens.
In the mid 19 th Century Queen Victoria and Prince Albert bought and rebuilt the elegant Osborne House, which became their favourite country retreat – The Osborne House estate is now a popular tourist attraction.
The Islands stunning and diverse natural landscape provides the ideal breeding ground for a myriad of wildlife, from butterflies to birds and even the rare red squirrel has made the Island its home (the ferry from Lymington was said to have turned back when a grey cousin was found stowing away!)
With plenty of sunshine, unspoilt beaches, historic houses and gardens, stunning downland, a thriving arts scene, and abundance of activities and an action packed events calendar making it the perfect place for you to spend your holiday.
• PUBLIC HOUSES
All the public houses listed below are well within a 10 minute drive of Nettlecombe Farm giving you plenty of choice for eating out.
THE BONCHURCH INN, BONCHURCH - 01983 852611
Cut into the side of a hill, this charming 19 th Century free house comes complete with a central cobbled courtyard, decked out with tables and a pergola, a warm and friendly bar and comfortable family room. Good value, high quality food is served in the pub and in the restaurant found across the courtyard. |
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THE INN AT ST LAWRENCE , NITON UNDERCLIFF -
01983 853938
Once an 18th Century coaching inn, this delightful pub with on-site micro brewery is situated on the picturesque Undercliff Drive . The inn offers good home cooked food, award winning real ales and a sundeck with views out to sea. No smoking area, children welcome. |
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THE WHITE HORSE, WHITWELL - 01983 730375
The White Horse Inn is a friendly village pub with great
real ale and serves some of the best home-cooked food on the
island at very good prices and a wide choice to please all.
Tuesday night is steak night with a 64oz Rump steak for those
with a huge appetite.
We also offer a no-smoking room and a large family beer garden.
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THE WHITE LION, NITON -
01983 730293
Privately owned friendly village pub with olde-worlds atmosphere.
Large selection of home made dishes, including local seafood,
and pan fried steaks. Locally brewed bitter, plus national
brands of beer/lager. Variety of specially imported French
wine available exclusively to the White Lion.
Non-smoking dining room. Facilities for the baby changing
and the disabled. Attractive beer garden, children's playground
and ample free parking.
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THE CASK & TAVENERS, HIGH STREET, GODSHILL - 01983 840707
The award winning Cask & Tavener's features traditional
beamed bar, open fires and acclaimed restaurant areas. Cask
Ales, lagers & fine wines compliment our bar snacks, main
meals, chef's daily specialty dishes and children's meals.
Wednesday - Quiz evening (all welcome), darts, pool & other
pub games are available.
Outside lies a large family garden and petanque pitch. A
warm welcome, friendly service, excellent food and drink are
guaranteed.
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THE SPYGLASS INN, THE ESPLANADE, VENTNOR - 01983 855338
The famous Spyglass Inn sits at the western end of Ventnor
Esplanade, in a superb position overlooking the English Channel.
As you approach the Inn, which was built around 1830, you
can't help but be impressed by it's unique location. "The
back of the Wight" was for centuries the haunt of smugglers,
landing their contraband from the French coast, only a few
hours said away. The Inn boasts a massive collection of seafaring
memorabilia accumulated by the owners. The Spyglass Inn is
well known for the excellent Ventnor Bay crabs & lobsters,
and many other mouth watering dishes on offer throughout the
year. The well-stocked bar offers nightly entertainment to
suit all tastes.
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MILL BAY INN, BY THE HARBOUR VENTNOR - 01983 852892
Waterside location, large waterfront palm garden and conservatory,
extensive home-cooked menu served daily 12 noon-2:30pm and
6:30pm to 9:30pm.
Fresh local fish and shell fish specialities,
home-made cakes and cream teas served all day. Badger brewery
and local real ales. Children catered for. |
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BUDDLE INN, NITON UNDERCLIFF, NITON - 01983 730243
Fine old country pub dating back in part to the 1500's.
Flagstone floors, log fires, oak beams, good old fashioned
hospitality. Real ales, fine wines & ports. Extensive menu
including daily specials.
Large children's area. Only a short walk to St.Catherines
lighthouse.
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WIGHT MOUSE INN, CHALE – 01983 730431
The Wight Mouse Inn, attached to the Clarendon Hotel, has
a great traditional atmosphere, open log fires, 6 real ales,
an amazing collection of 365 malt whiskies and three very
good children/games rooms (high chairs available). The Wight
Mouse Inn is open all day, every day for delicious hot meals
and drinks. There is live music every night and a courtesy
bus is available.
Children are made especially welcome. Visit Mouse World (an
indoor childrens' play area), play on swings and climbing
frame and the bouncy castle on fine weather days. Visit the
Chilled Mouse for ice cream and soft drinks.
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