Days Out on the Isle of Wight

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Make the most of the weather this season with a day out on the Isle of Wight.

March the battlements at Carisbrooke Castle or enjoy a brisk stroll within the beautiful surrounds of the Osborne House gardens, much beloved by Queen Victoria.  Enjoy a delicious homemade fare and a chilled drink in the stunning Terrace Restaurant afterwards.

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Osborne House
Osborne House

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's family home. Take a glimpse into the private life of the royal family and enjoy the vast estate and gardens.

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Carisbrooke Castle
Carisbrooke Castle

See where King Charles I was imprisoned, climb the ramparts and keep and relax in the new Edwardian-style garden.

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Yarmouth Castle
Yarmouth Castle

Yarmouth Castle, Isle of Wight provides a picnic spot with views over the Solent for a lovely relaxing family day. Step inside and discover how the rooms were used in the 16th century.

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Appuldurcombe House
Appuldurcombe House

The shell of Appuldurcombe, once the grandest house on the Isle of Wight and still an important example of English baroque Architecture stands in 'Capability' Brown-designed grounds.

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St Catherine's Oratory
St Catherine's Oratory

A tall medieval octagonal tower, allegedly a lighthouse, built here in 1328 as penance for stealing church property from a wrecked ship.

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Events : Isle of Wight

Jubilee Celebration
Jubilee Celebration
Venue: Osborne House, Isle of Wight
Date: Sun 3 - Tue 5 Jun 2012

Celebrate the Diamond Jubilee at Osborne House. Travel back in time to Victorian England, Be amazed at the skill and thrills of the equestrian shows. Enjoy the traditional Victorian games, and meet colourful characters from the past.
Time Travellers Go... Royal
Time Travellers Go... Royal
Venue: Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight
Date: Wed 6 - Fri 8 Jun 2012

See if you have what it takes to join the ranks of royalty in our special royal-themed Time Travellers event. Enjoy games and crafts fit for a king or queen and meet some royal characters of times gone by.
Family Summer Fun at Osborne
Family Summer Fun at Osborne
Venue: Osborne House, Isle of Wight
Date: Fri 27 - Tues 31 Jul 2012

Join us for delightful days of fun and games on Queen Victoria's very own private beach. Watch traditional 1850s' Punch and Judy shows, and take part in traditional Victorian seaside games.
Time Travellers Go... Secrets & Spies
Time Travellers Go... Secrets & Spies
Venue: Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight
Date: Sun 5 - Wed 8 Aug 2012

Calling all super sleuths, secret agents, and investigators! Sharpen your detective skills with hands-on training in disguising yourself and cracking codes and clues.
Time Travellers Go... Knights & Princesses
Time Travellers Go... Knights & Princesses
Venue: Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight
Date: Sun 12 - Wed 15 Aug 2012

Give that toy sword a whirl or put on your prettiest dress and head back in time for activities on a medieval theme. Transform yourself into a noble lord in squire training and try on armour in our academy for budding knights and princesses.
The Knights Tournament
The Knights Tournament
Venue: Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight
Date: Tues 21 - Thu 23 Aug 2012

Marvel at the medieval knights as they take on the ultimate tournament. Fully armoured and ready to do battle, watch our knights in hand to hand combat, archery competitions and much more. Who will reign supreme and be the victor?
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