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Bembridge Coast & Isle of WightDiscover our hotel and the outdoors
Perched on the very edge of the island, Bembridge Coast is a perfect base to enjoy all the things to see on the Isle of Wight.
From sandy beaches and classic seaside piers to expansive gardens and historic abbeys, our team have picked out a few of the best places to go on the Isle of Wight, but you don’t have to travel far to enjoy your time here. Even just within our grounds and gardens you’ll be able to skim stones across the Solent and
spot the native red squirrels jumping through the trees.
Bembridge Coast & Isle of Wight || Discover our hotel and the outdoors
We’ve partnered with ViewRanger to create walking routes for all levels of
ability – tap here for more info.
POSTCODE & DIRECTIONS
OPENING HOURS
PARKING CHARGES
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Walled garden
This pristine lawn area comes with a feature pond and a wide array of seasonal plants so no two seasons look the same. Just about the only thing that doesn’t change is our ornamental viewing tower, but whenever you visit you’ll be able to enjoy a tranquil sit down.
Wooded area
You’re not the only ones enjoying a retreat at Bembridge Coast – our native red squirrels are often seen relaxing in the cool shade of our Monterey Pines as well. Keep an eye out for them as well as woodpeckers and some of our other animal friends on this flat, easy walk.
Seafront
We’re so lucky to have the sun glinting off the Solent just a stone’s throw from our doors, and our pebbly beach enjoys
a cool sea breeze – alternatively you can enjoy a different kind of sea breeze (other cocktails are available) on our patio area.
With expansive views out onto the sea and lush green gardens all around us, you don’t have to travel far to enjoy some scenery. We’ve picked out three of the best things to see
within the grounds of Bembridge Coast:
THE BEST OF OUR GROUNDS AND GARDENS
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Ryde Beach and Seafront
Picture a traditional pleasure beach – that’s exactly what you’ll find at Ryde. Soft sand, a boating lake with swan pedalos, a classic amusement arcade and, of course, good old fish and chips, all with a panoramic view of Portsmouth.
PO33 1JA18-minute drive
8am – 6pm
£4 for 4 hours
Sandown Beach
One of the Isle’s most popular tourist resorts, Sandown features miles of golden
sands and a pleasure pier full of traditional arcade games, ice cream vendors, and the
sound of the waves lapping gently beneath the wooden boardwalk.
PO36 8AT 10-minute drive
PO35 5NZ 6-minute drive
8am – 6pm
£4 for 4 hours
Bembridge Beach
Flanking the busy Bembridge harbour, our local pebble and shell beach extends out onto a sandbank at low tide, and offers views across the Solent to Portsmouth and of St Helen’s Fort, a gun platform dating back to 1859.
The Isle of Wight is known for its beaches, and we’re fortunate enough to be only minutes away from some of the best ones. Our warm-hearted team have picked out the
best of the best for you:
BEACHESOF WIGHT SANDS
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Shanklin Old Village and Chine
The leafy valley of Shanklin Chine, with its winding riverside walk and aviary, are hidden away behind thatched roofs, boutique gift shops and family-run tea rooms in the hilly Shanklin Old Village, one of the Isle’s oldest settlements.
PO37 6NS19-minute drive
8am – 6pm£4.50 for 3 hours
Godshill Village
Established in 1952, Godshill Model Village recreates island life in intricately-detailed
miniature – and the full-size village isn’t bad either. The medieval church is home to one
of only two lily crucifix paintings in Europe, and the thatched roofs of the high street sit
over classic tea rooms and gift shops.
PO38 3HZ 24-minute drive
Free in the Old Smithy car park
There’s a huge variety of places to visit on the Isle of Wight, from picturesque villages to sprawling gardens. Our team have picked just a few of their favourite places to
recommend for you:
TOWNS AND OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS
Cowes Old Town
Cowes is a bustling town centre filled with independent shops, cafés, and restaurants (and more than a few pubs). On the other side of the river East Cowes can be accessed via a unique chain ferry, and is home to Queen Victoria’s seaside residence Osborne House, along with several museums and galleries.
PO31 7DF 33-minute drive
8am – 6pm (Winter)
8am – 6pm £4 for 4 hours
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Ventnor Botanical Gardens
Ventnor is protected from cold northerly winds, resulting in a Mediterranean microclimate on the edge of the Isle of Wight. The garden is home to a wide range of subtropical plant life that won’t grow anywhere else in the UK, scuttling wall lizards, secret passageways and an underground mushroom vault.
PO38 1UL32-minute drive
10am – 5pm Free parking
Quarr AbbeySurrounded by woodlands, coastline and formal
gardens, this working Benedictine abbey is built on the site of the original Quarr Abbey, whose
14th century ruins still stand within its grounds. Quarr also boasts an orchard of over 200 fruit
trees and a traditional tea room for visitors.
PO33 4ES24-minute drive
10am – 5pm (summer)
10am – 4pm (winter)
11.15am – 4pm on Sundays
Free parking
PO30 4EA 40-minute drive
Mottistone Gardens & Estate
Nestled in the rolling downs, Mottistone Gardens are home to a millennia of history that includes a legendary 4m-high sandstone pillar, supposedly thrown by St Catherine in a wager with the Devil himself. The estate is set on a 6,000-year-old Neolithic long barrow.
Free parking
GRAB & GO
Heading out for a busy day sightseeing and want to grab a bite to eat on the go? We’ve got you
covered. As well as our packed lunch (perfect for taking with you for a full day out), we also offer a
range of grab-and-go options, including:
SANDWICHES AND BAGUETTES (all served with pickled vegetables on white or brown bloomer, gluten-free bread available on request)
SANDWICHES | BAGUETTES
Prawn, avocado, dill & mayonnaise 7.25 | 7.75
Honey-roast ham with wholegrain mustard 6.75 | 7.25
Red Leicester cheese with onion chutney (V) 6.75 | 7.25
Chunky egg with cress, mayonnaise & roquette (V) 6.50 | 6.95
BEETROOT WRAPS (all served with pickled vegetables)
Chickpea, avocado, red onion, carrot, mayonnaise & spinach (VE) 7.25
Tuna with cheese, spring onion, celery & paprika mayonnaise 7.50
PLOUGHMAN’S PLATTERHand-carved meats with sliced pickled onion, golden beetroot piccalilli,
Red Leicester cheese, apple, boiled egg, mini pork pie 14.00 for two | 8.50 for one
CREAM TEA FOR TWO
Fruit or plain scones, clotted cream, butter, preserves and a choice of tea or coffee 10.95
CAKE SELECTIONS
Giant rainbow cake 4.95
Toasted teacake | Fruit or plain scone with clotted cream & strawberry jam | Raspberry Victoria
sponge | Carrot cake | Lemon meringue slice | Caramel & ginger slice | Lemon drizzle cake
Caramel shortcake slice | Fruit cake | Sachertorte slice | Chocolate brownie | Lemon Grove cake (VE)
All 3.50
And if you’re a bit like us and struggle to function without your morning cuppa,
we’ve got grab-and-go hot drinks too!
Visit our coffee shop or café during opening hours to order yours
Bembridge Coast & Isle of Wight || Discover our hotel and the outdoors
Bembridge Coast & Isle of Wight || Discover our hotel and the outdoors
VIEWRANGER AT BEMBRIDGE COAST
What is ViewRanger?
ViewRanger is one of the world’s leading digital walking guides, available for all Apple and Android devices, that lets you explore local areas and walking routes like never before. We’ve joined forces to provide a few routes around our hotels and villages for all levels of fitness. With ViewRanger you can follow the map with or without a data connection, with viewpoints, interesting attractions and helpful advice along the way.
How do I download ViewRanger?
It couldn’t be simpler!
Go to your phone or tablet’s app store
Search for “ViewRanger” and download “ViewRanger – Hiking Trails & Bike Rides” by Augmentra
Use the below web address or scan the QR code and it’ll open up with our selection of walks for Bembridge Coast (it’s up to you whether to
create an account, although we do recommend it).
How do I get walking?
Simply tap the signpost button in the top left corner of the app and select your chosen route. You can do this from the starting point or back at the hotel, and you can even download the route so there’s no need to use up your data allowance while you’re wandering.
All of the walks are self-guided so that you can do them at a time and pace thatsuits you. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy this walk:
• Check the weather and be prepared with wet weather gear, or a coat, hat and maybe sunscreen when necessary
• Wear sensible shoes or walking boots, most of our walks are on well-worn paths, tracks, trails or woodland and pastoral land. There might be some muddy areas, gates or stiles to cross
• Pack a bottle of water, not all walks have a café or pub en-route
• Capture the beautiful countryside with your camera
• Take your mobile phone just in case of emergency
www.bembridgecoast.co.uk/walks
Scan here
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