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of Wight activities - food & drink festival, fine dining, walking,
clay pigeon shooting, cycling, fishing, riding, golf, falconry,
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Walking
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| Fishing | Riding
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Ten Things to do on the Isle of Wight (see below)
 Walking
Guests
are free to follow the variety of footpaths and bridleways across
the farmland to the downs, from which there are panoramic views
across the Isle of Wight. The renowned Stenbury and Worsley trails
are directly accessible from the farm. Invigorating walks in open
countryside or along the many coastal trails is a favourite pastime
for many of our visitors, as are the excellent bird-watching opportunities.
In the spring, the woods are carpeted in bluebells and newborn lambs
and calves ramble in the pastures. In the summer, the surrounding
area is bustling with activities and in the autumn; after harvest,
the whole countryside changes colour making it a delightful time
to visit.
Clay Pigeon Shooting
A club meets at weekends in Godshill and welcomes visitors - please
see their website for details
www.seax.demon.co.uk/iowgc.htm
Cycling
The Isle of Wight has an excellent network of bridleways and has
become a well-known mountain biking destination. Studying the routes
will ensure you can spend a majority of your time 'off road'. Road
cycling is also popular around the quiet back roads of the island.
Bike hire at www.offshore-sports.co.uk.
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The Mill Pond
Stabling for horses
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Fishing
The farm has ponds that are stocked with Carp, Roach and Tench. Fishing is available for guests only.
Sea fishing can be organised throughout the year with Wight Sapphire Charters (01983) 740554 or Catch-a-lot (01983) 874100.
Riding
The farm provides free, high quality stabling for horses. Direct access to bridleways is a feature of the farm. The local riding school, Allendale (B.H.S. Approved) is happy to welcome you; Tel: (01983) 840258.
Golf
Ventnor golf club is only a five-minute drive away at Steephill Down Road;
Tel: (01983) 853326.
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ten things
to do on the Isle of Wight
1. Get active – cycle hire, horse riding,
clay pigeon shooting, fishing and golf are all available locally
– please ask for details.
2. For some culture – visit Osborne House, the former royal
residence, in East Cowes where you can take a carriage drive, explore
the grounds, lunch in the Terrace Restaurant and of course tour
the house. Brading Roman villa is also well worth a visit. The mosaic
floors have been recently covered by a state of the art building.
3. Appluldurcombe Owl &
Falconry Centre hosts flying displays and you can also visit
the shell of a grand country house. Special events include:
THE CANTERBURY TALES (Friday July 13th at 7pm, 14th at 2pm &
7pm, 15th at 2pm) Outdoor Play - Bring a picnic
GHOST WALKS (Thursday evenings in July & August at 7pm) Spooky
Ghost Walks in Haunted Appuldurcombe House
4. Take a hike up to the Worsley monument from where you will have
excellent views of most of the island and glimpses of the south
coast.
5. Walk from the farm to the village through Beech Copse, visit
the Model Village
in Godshill and then spoil yourself with a cream tea.
6. Indulge yourself at the The Loaves
and Fishes restaurant.
7. The Botanic gardens in Ventnor is a place where the pleasure
of plants can be enjoyed to the fullest and where people of all
ages can learn more about the wonderful world of plants and the
inextricable link that we have with them.
8. Feel the sand between your toes and the gentle sea breeze on
the superb sandy beaches such as Compton Bay on the south coast
or in the resorts of Shanklin, Sandown or Ventnor.
9. Help the local economy and treat yourself to some local produce
at the thriving Farmers’ market held in Newport every Friday
morning and Ryde every Saturday morning.
10. Hire a classic car and see the island in style – see www.wightclassics.com.
The island abounds with things to see and do –
the above is just a small selection. There are a variety of attractions
for those with children - please ask for details.
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