Isle of Wight Stays

01/11/2026

Plan a December Running Break for the Chilly Hilly

Fancy a winter running challenge? The Chilly Hilly returns to West Wight on Sunday 13 December 2026. Expect around 10 miles of cross-country terrain and challenging hills. Check entry details with West Wight Sports & Community Centre. Plan your accommodation at www.iowstays.co.uk. Please like and share with a running friend. Picture: illustration. ...

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Fancy a winter running challenge? The Chilly Hilly returns to West Wight on Sunday 13 December 2026. Expect around 10 miles of cross-country terrain and challenging hills. Check entry details with …

01/11/2026

A Little Piece of Alum Bay: The Coloured-Sand Souvenir

Remember filling a bottle with Alum Bay’s coloured sand? The Needles says ready-filled sand shapes are sold in its Pier Head shop during winter. Please leave the cliffs untouched and check opening before visiting. Plan your island stay at www.iowstays.co.uk. Please like and share with someone who remembers this island tradition. Picture: illustration. ...

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Remember filling a bottle with Alum Bay’s coloured sand? The Needles says ready-filled sand shapes are sold in its Pier Head shop during winter. Please leave the cliffs untouched and check opening …

31/10/2026

The Longstone: History Meets Island Legend

A little island mystery for Halloween. The Longstone at Mottistone dates from Neolithic times. Folklore links the stones to a contest between St Catherine and the Devil. That is a legend, not established history. Discover the story, then plan your next stay at www.iowstays.co.uk. Please like and share with someone who enjoys island legends. Picture: artistic interpretation. ...

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A little island mystery for Halloween. The Longstone at Mottistone dates from Neolithic times. Folklore links the stones to a contest between St Catherine and the Devil. That is a legend, not estab…

31/10/2026

Travelling This Weekend? Check Red Funnel’s Fog Advisory

Travelling on 31 October or 1 November? Red Funnel warns that forecast fog could disrupt services overnight from 20:00 on Saturday to 08:00 on Sunday. Check its live service status before setting off. Book accommodation direct at www.iowstays.co.uk and ferry discount links are automatically sent by email. Please like and share with someone travelling this weekend. Picture: illustration. ...

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Travelling on 31 October or 1 November? Red Funnel warns that forecast fog could disrupt services overnight from 20:00 on Saturday to 08:00 on Sunday. Check its live service status before setting o…

30/10/2026

A Festive Weekend at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Plan a December island break. The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary’s Family Festive Weekend is on 19 and 20 December 2026, with Santa’s Grotto and live music. Check the sanctuary’s latest details before visiting. Check accommodation and book direct at www.iowstays.co.uk. Please like and share with someone who loves donkeys. Picture: original illustration. ...

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Plan a December island break. The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary’s Family Festive Weekend is on 19 and 20 December 2026, with Santa’s Grotto and live music. Check the sanctuary’s latest details bef…

30/10/2026

Island Bordeaux: Your Sandown Base for an Island Break

Make Island Bordeaux your Sandown base. Three bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and free Wi-Fi give you space to settle in after exploring. Check dates, prices and book direct at Ferry discount links are automatically sent by email when you book accommodation directly with Isle of Wight Stays. Please like and share with someone planning an island break. ...

Make Island Bordeaux your Sandown base. Three bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and free Wi-Fi give you space to settle in after exploring. Check dates, prices and book direct at Ferry discount li…

29/10/2026

Local Makers and Gift Ideas at Arreton Barns

Looking for island gift ideas? Arreton Barns brings together independent shops, artists and makers. Add a browse to your November or December break and check individual opening hours before visiting. Plan your stay at www.iowstays.co.uk. Please like and share with someone who enjoys shopping locally. Picture: original illustration. ...

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Looking for island gift ideas? Arreton Barns brings together independent shops, artists and makers. Add a browse to your November or December break and check individual opening hours before visitin…

29/10/2026

Yarmouth Castle: A Tudor Defence of the Solent

A little island history for your next break. Yarmouth Castle was begun in 1546 to 1547, during Henry VIII’s final years, to help guard the western entrance to the Solent. Read its story with English Heritage and check opening dates before visiting. Plan your stay at www.iowstays.co.uk. Please like and share with someone who loves history. Picture: original illustration. ...

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A little island history for your next break. Yarmouth Castle was begun in 1546 to 1547, during Henry VIII’s final years, to help guard the western entrance to the Solent. Read its story with Englis…

28/10/2026

Winter Birdwatching at St Helens Duver

Bring your binoculars on your next island break. The National Trust lists brent geese and wigeons around St Helens Duver between October and March. Watch quietly and give wildlife space. Check visitor guidance, then plan your stay at www.iowstays.co.uk. Please like and share with someone who loves wildlife. Picture: original illustration. ...

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Bring your binoculars on your next island break. The National Trust lists brent geese and wigeons around St Helens Duver between October and March. Watch quietly and give wildlife space. Check visi…

28/10/2026

Plan a December Island Break for Illuminate at Robin Hill

Plan a December island break around Illuminate at Robin Hill. The winter light trail opens on 4 December 2026. The organiser describes a 60 to 80 minute route with light installations and a food and drinks court. Check session dates and tickets with the organiser, then plan your stay at www.iowstays.co.uk. Please like and share with someone planning a festive break. Picture: original illustration. ...

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