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To bloody love the Isle of Wight?

107 replies

BarbaraVineFan · 16/07/2025 23:09

I’m here now with my 86 year old dad and 5 year old DD. We come every year and rent a cottage, and always have the best time! There’s so much to do in all weathers, the scenery is gorgeous and everyone we meet is friendly. But I don’t know, people sometimes seem a bit sniffy about it as a holiday destination, as though it’s old fashioned or unfashionable or something. AIBU to love it and not to understand why it isn’t seen as a ‘naice’ holiday destination like Cornwall or the Lake District?

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cheesycheesy · 16/07/2025 23:21

I love the Isle of Wight. Haven’t been for over 10 years. Must take a trip wirh my kids :)

stonebrambleboy · 16/07/2025 23:21

I've only been once, about thirty years ago. We stayed in a cottage near Carisbrooke Castle. Absolutely beautiful. We need to revisit next summer.

BarbaraVineFan · 16/07/2025 23:19

Duechristmas · 16/07/2025 23:10

I am a massive fan and it always feels like 'abroad' because of getting there on the ferry. We loved taking the children when they were tiny.

It does! My DD always gets so excited on the ferry (and I do too, to be honest!)

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BarbaraVineFan · 16/07/2025 23:16

@Arseusmaximuswe haven’t this year, but have before and it’s so beautiful. This year we have mainly been on the beach at Sandown and Shanklin and also to the Donkey Sanctuary and to Robin Hill :)

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Arseusmaximus · 16/07/2025 23:13

Ah, this is lovely to read. I grew up on the Island. I'm pleased you're having a lovely holiday. Have you been to Steephill Cove?

Duechristmas · 16/07/2025 23:10

I am a massive fan and it always feels like 'abroad' because of getting there on the ferry. We loved taking the children when they were tiny.

CharlotteRumpling · 16/07/2025 23:10

I love Barbara Vine!