GETTING TO THE ISLAND

The Isle of Wight is accessible via ferry from the mainland. Many accommodations offer guest discounts on ferry travel, so it’s worth checking before you book.

There are car ferries and passenger only options:

Portsmouth to Fishbourne Car Ferry

Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Passenger Ferry

Portsmouth & Southsea to Ryde via Hovercraft

Southampton to West Cowes Passenger Ferry

Southampton to East Cowes Car Ferry

Lymington to Yarmouth Car Ferry

We strongly recommend booking ferry tickets in advance.

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GETTING AROUND

There is limited public transport via train and bus. Car rentals are available, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car. You can also book taxis with multiple companies on the Isle of Wight.

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ACCOMMODATION

To get the best deal, we recommend booking as soon as possible. As a holiday destination, there are plenty of Airbnbs, Holiday Rentals, Hotels, B&Bs and Campsites.

The closest local villages to the venue are Ventnor, Godshill and Shanklin, all have a shop and places to eat. The larger towns of Newport and Sandown are also close by.

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For more information around visiting the Isle of Wight, you can find tourist information here.