Emma's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Brading Marshes nestled in the beautiful valley of the lower river Yar is a perfect place to unwind and enjoy the countryside.
Wander among peaceful paths beside marshes and pools and through woods with spectacular shows of springtime flowers and red squirrels. A lovely reserve to visit for summer butterflies and rafts of ducks in winter, always something new to see.
Brading Marsh
Brading Marshes nestled in the beautiful valley of the lower river Yar is a perfect place to unwind and enjoy the countryside.
Wander among peaceful paths beside marshes and pools and through woods with spectacular shows of springtime flowers and red squirrels. A lovely reserve to visit for summer butterflies and rafts of ducks in winter, always something new to see.
Out of the cottage windows you will be looking at the hills of Culver Down. It is a wonderful walk to do (about 2.5 miles) or you can drive up .The views of the island are spectacular from there! You’ll also come across a pub called the Culver Haven INN which does wonderful food or is just great for coffee or a beer. Historically the whole site was a military zone not open to the public , however,now remains a monument and substantial fort owned by the national trust and occasionally opened to the public and several historic military features.
From the monument you can take a further walk down to beautiful white cliff bay, a truly beautiful beach.
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Culver Down
Out of the cottage windows you will be looking at the hills of Culver Down. It is a wonderful walk to do (about 2.5 miles) or you can drive up .The views of the island are spectacular from there! You’ll also come across a pub called the Culver Haven INN which does wonderful food or is just great for coffee or a beer. Historically the whole site was a military zone not open to the public , however,now remains a monument and substantial fort owned by the national trust and occasionally opened to the public and several historic military features.
From the monument you can take a further walk down to beautiful white cliff bay, a truly beautiful beach.
An absolutely beautiful beach that doesn’t get to busy! Access is through one of the two holiday parks which back this beach , parking is limited and facilities are limited so it’s access may not suit everyone but for others this only adds to its desirability!
Whitecliff Bay
An absolutely beautiful beach that doesn’t get to busy! Access is through one of the two holiday parks which back this beach , parking is limited and facilities are limited so it’s access may not suit everyone but for others this only adds to its desirability!
Another short walk will lead you to Adgestone vineyards on the south facing slopes of Brading Downs. Enjoy a tour, or have a bite to eat at the cafe and if your lucky catch some live music throughout the summer. Stock up on local Isle of Wight produce and maybe buy a bottle of the uks only blue sparkling wine.
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Adgestone Vineyard
Upper RoadAnother short walk will lead you to Adgestone vineyards on the south facing slopes of Brading Downs. Enjoy a tour, or have a bite to eat at the cafe and if your lucky catch some live music throughout the summer. Stock up on local Isle of Wight produce and maybe buy a bottle of the uks only blue sparkling wine.
Shanklin chine and Old Shanklin village are well worth a visit. The Chine has been an attraction for over 200 years cutting its way from Shanklin old village to the Sandy beach and esplanade. It has attracted many famous painters such as JMW Turner with its waterfall and lush vegetation. It is a seasonal attraction and during the summer months is illuminated in the evenings!
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Shanklin Chine
3 Chine AveShanklin chine and Old Shanklin village are well worth a visit. The Chine has been an attraction for over 200 years cutting its way from Shanklin old village to the Sandy beach and esplanade. It has attracted many famous painters such as JMW Turner with its waterfall and lush vegetation. It is a seasonal attraction and during the summer months is illuminated in the evenings!
The beloved seaside home of Queen Victoria is a must if you enjoy visiting stately homes! Opening hours are seasonal , a full day can be had here and there are plenty of places to eat and dine within the grounds.
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Osborne House Osborne House Estate
The beloved seaside home of Queen Victoria is a must if you enjoy visiting stately homes! Opening hours are seasonal , a full day can be had here and there are plenty of places to eat and dine within the grounds.
If I was to plan a full day out exploring the other side of the island I would pick ‘the needles’ .
You do need to be relatively fit to walk up the viewing point as a car will only take you so far. It is also best viewed on a sunny or at least fair weather day.
Whilst out this way ,there are many fine bays to stop off at and lots of lovely pubs and eateries.
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The Needles Old Battery & New Battery
If I was to plan a full day out exploring the other side of the island I would pick ‘the needles’ .
You do need to be relatively fit to walk up the viewing point as a car will only take you so far. It is also best viewed on a sunny or at least fair weather day.
Whilst out this way ,there are many fine bays to stop off at and lots of lovely pubs and eateries.
Food scene
A short stroll from the cottage will lead you to the Yardbridge inn. Excellent homemade hearty food for all tastes are served by the Fox family , with locally sourced ingredients. Well worth a visit! Booking recommended. 01983 405585
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The Yarbridge Inn.
A short stroll from the cottage will lead you to the Yardbridge inn. Excellent homemade hearty food for all tastes are served by the Fox family , with locally sourced ingredients. Well worth a visit! Booking recommended. 01983 405585
Just over a five minute walk from the cottage into Brading High street and you’ll find the Hungry bear restaurant and cafe. It’s famous for its delicious roasts and hearty foods ........great reviews and a definite must stop if wanting to eat and conveniently on the doorstop!
Hungry Bear
48 High StreetJust over a five minute walk from the cottage into Brading High street and you’ll find the Hungry bear restaurant and cafe. It’s famous for its delicious roasts and hearty foods ........great reviews and a definite must stop if wanting to eat and conveniently on the doorstop!
Some really lovely places to eat here that’s not to far from the cottage! It is about 3 miles to walk or a short car journey! For those that enjoy seafood ‘ The best dressed crab’ is worth a visit. It is located in bembridge harbour , so the freshest catch is served on the waters edge! Also the crab and lobster is a lovely pub serving good food in a fantastic location near the beach. There are many good cafes and a few nice restaurants in Bembridge itself,and if you like a good pub atmosphere and a curry try the old village inn just a short walk from the high street.
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Bembridge
Some really lovely places to eat here that’s not to far from the cottage! It is about 3 miles to walk or a short car journey! For those that enjoy seafood ‘ The best dressed crab’ is worth a visit. It is located in bembridge harbour , so the freshest catch is served on the waters edge! Also the crab and lobster is a lovely pub serving good food in a fantastic location near the beach. There are many good cafes and a few nice restaurants in Bembridge itself,and if you like a good pub atmosphere and a curry try the old village inn just a short walk from the high street.
A ten minute drive from the cottage will bring you to ‘The Garlic Farm’.......it is a complete garlic experience!........There is a restaurant,farm shop,cafe,walking trails and free tastings!........
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The Garlic Farm Shop And Restaurant
Mersley LaneA ten minute drive from the cottage will bring you to ‘The Garlic Farm’.......it is a complete garlic experience!........There is a restaurant,farm shop,cafe,walking trails and free tastings!........
The spyglass inn has one of the best locations of any pub in the uk. It sits right on the waters edge in ventnor bay with spectacular sea views. The pub itself is full of character and charm serving decent pub type food.
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The Spyglass Inn
EsplanadeThe spyglass inn has one of the best locations of any pub in the uk. It sits right on the waters edge in ventnor bay with spectacular sea views. The pub itself is full of character and charm serving decent pub type food.