We Love the Isle of Wight

Find more things to do on your Isle of Wight adventure courtesy of Wightlink here!

Do you remember your first trip to the Isle of Wight?

Steam train rides through the countryside. Ice creams on the seafront. School trips to Blackgang Chine. That unmistakable sight of The Needles rising from the sea.

For so many of us, the Isle of Wight holds some of our happiest childhood memories.

And with Wightlink, it’s never been easier to go back.

The Island you remember

The beautiful sandy beaches are still here. The white cliffs are just as picture-perfect. And it’s still the kind of place where families slow down, breathe in the sea air and spend proper time together.

If you loved it then, you’ll love seeing it all over again.

But time hasn’t stood still

There’s so much more to discover in 2026.

Thrill-seekers can head to Robin Hill’s brand new adrenaline zone or take on the Isle of Wight Aqua Park at Tapnell Farm. At Blackgang Chine, the UK’s oldest theme park, adventure still awaits – with even more than ever to explore.

If you’re after something a little more grown up, stay in one of the Island’s boutique hotels or stylish glamping sites and enjoy a rich culinary scene built around fresh, local produce, cooked up by passionate Island chefs.

And if history is your thing, a visit to Osborne, Queen Victoria’s former royal residence, is an essential stop.

Your holiday starts on the Wightlink ferry

The ferry is part of the memories, too.

The first glimpse of the Island. The moment everyday life drifts away behind you. That feeling that you’re heading somewhere special.

With Wightlink, getting to the Isle of Wight is simple. Choose from regular sailings across three routes, with crossings taking as little as 22 minutes.

Bring the car, pack the bikes or travel on foot – however you choose to visit, Wightlink will get you there in comfort and style.

Make new memories

Whether you’re reliving childhood favourites or discovering something completely new, there’s an adventure waiting for you on the Isle of Wight.

Share it with your children. Bring friends. Plan that long overdue break.

We Love the Isle of Wight, and Wightlink would love to take you there.