GO.STAY. DO ! ALAN TITCHMARSH... EXCLUSIVE ISLAND GIFTS... AND HEART-WARMING ISLAND ADVENTURES WHERE THERE’S... ROOM TO BREATHE. ALSO INSIDE winter 2014/15 ARE WE THERE YET? Step aboard and the fun starts GET FIRED UP Outdoor activities to keep you warm WINTER WONDERS Guide to what’s on this season Your FREE guide to visiting the Isle of Wight this winter
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GO.STAY.DO!ALAN TITCHMARSH... EXCLUSIVE ISLAND GIFTS... AND HEART-WARMING ISLAND ADVENTURES WHERE THERE’S... ROOM TO BREATHE.ALSO
INSIDE
winter 2014/15
ARE WE THERE YET?Step aboard and the fun starts
GET FIRED UPOutdoor activities to keep you warm
WINTERWONDERSGuide to what’s on this season
Your FREE guide to visiting the Isle of Wight this winter
welcome
A warm welcome from all the staff at Wightlink. We hope you enjoy our free
guide on how to make the most out of your visit to the Isle of Wight this winter.
No need to wait for Summer when an Isle of Wight Winter has endless cool stuff to
try close to home in the UK’s mildest climate. Pages 4-5 feature a few Winter Wonders with our pick of the best places to visit and those not-to-be
missed dates for your diary. Find family freedom and all the answers to every child’s
favourite question Are we there yet? on pages 6-8. Evergreen
Alan Titchmarsh tells us why ‘Wight’ blossoms for him all year
round on page 9. Start planning your stress-free, quick fix winter Escape with
pages 10-13. Explore surf and turf ways to Get Fired Up from November
to March on pages 14-17. On page18 it’s time to Get set for 2015
with Wightlink and find out why the Isle of Wight is a top UK holiday destination.
And finally, get the Island Life look with unique and unusual Island
exclusive gifts on page 19.
Whether you want a short break boost, some family fun or a romantic getaway,
the Isle of Wight has it all this winter.
www.innsofdistinction.co.uk
THE NEW INN - IOW Dining Pub of the year for 2015 along with inclusion for the second year running in the prestigious Michelin UK pub guide.
IN ALL OUR KITCHENS
MORE THAN JUST A PUB!
NEWPORT01983 522709
SHALFLEET01983 531314
FISHBOURNE 01983 882823
SEAVIEW01983 810616
It's our tenth year of "TWO FOR ONE" � e Island’s original and best “Two for One” o� er available at all the pubs from
Monday 20th October running each night of the week from Sunday through to � ursday, three course menu (di� erent in each pub) £19.95 per person,
buy one get one FREE, pre booked tables only, menus to view online.
Optional bottle of wine for £10 reduced from £19.95 and this year a new “TWO FOR ONE” loyalty card
www.innsofdistinction.co.uk
NEWPORT
SHALFLEETYARMOUTH
TOTLANDFRESHWATER
VENTNOR
THE BOATHOUSE THE NEW INN
SHANKLIN
RYDE
EAST COWES
COWES
FISHBOURNE
BRADING
GODSHILL
The Needles BEMBRIDGE
SEAVIEW
SANDOWNBRIGHSTONE
NITON
SOUTHAMPTON
PORTSMOUTH
LYMINGTONTHE STAG
THE FISHBOURNE
Our INNS OF DISTINCTION Christmas Brochure for pre Christmas parties, Christmas day lunch (only a few tables le� ) and New Years Eve Celebrations
Another successful year of events, guides available in a handy wallet size card in each of the pubs, 2015 events to be launched soon
Our tenth year of special “Wine” nights, talks, local food matching and spectacular dining nights with award winning chefs
First pubs on the Isle of Wight to be asked to join the “Wight Marque” local produce accreditation
scheme
Second year of being asked to produce platters of food using IOW produce for the “Isle of Wight Houses of Parliament Day” with Andrew Turner, Visit Wight and Taste of the Wight
Participation in local food fayres, chef cooking demonstrations and participation in local IOW schools
AA DINING AWARDS IN ALL PUBS
Investment in our apprentice scheme and successful “Get the Job” campaign with IOW Radio
All bedrooms having achieved a 4 star AA rating for 5 years running
Visit wightlink.co.uk/do and discover all that's best to do, experience and enjoy on the Isle of Wight this winter. Contact Island attractions for winter opening dates and times.
•The Island has an almost sub-tropical climate and is officially the
sunniest place in the British Isles.
Go. Stay. Do.Loved and adored by generations of families and groups of friends, with
attractions galore, beautiful beaches and great places to eat, sleep and
drink all within easy reach. Active or relaxed, romantic retreats or full on
family fun, it’s somewhere you can return each year and never do the
same thing twice.
So believe in the magic of the Island and next time you plan to visit make
a promise to stay a bit longer, because with all this to see and do, you’ll
always get to experience the Island in full swing!
Endless events Music lovers can tune in to the cool Island vibe with global events such as
the Isle of Wight Music Festival and Bestival. Outdoor adventurers can hike
or pedal their way around the Island with the Walking and Cycling Festivals.
Foodies can sample the best bulbs at the Garlic Festival, car fanatics drive
on over to V-Dub Festival and yachties enjoy life on the ocean wave at the
Round the Island Race, the Festival of the Sea and world-famous Cowes
Week. With non-stop action and adventure, nature and wildlife, history and
culture, it’s an amazing place to be, by day and night.
More ferries, great facilities You see there’s a lot to love and we love the Isle of Wight just
as much as you do. We want you to experience the best the
Island has to offer all year round. Whether you’re travelling by
car, train, coach or on foot, for a day trip, short break or longer holiday,
getting there with Wightlink has never been more convenient or
enjoyable. With ferries to and from Yarmouth in the West, and Ryde &
Fishbourne in the East - we’ve got the whole Island covered.
Book early, be flexible and saveWhen you’re booking your Wightlink crossing, we want you to benefit
from the best price possible. With flexi-pricing, the sooner you book and
the more flexible you can be with your dates and time of travel, the more
likely you are to pay a lower fare. We also want to give you great value for
money too. So visit our website for special offers running throughout the
year. And remember, if you book early and are flexible, you’ll save.
Start planning your Wightlink adventure today and enjoy a holiday together in 2015 where there’s...
GET SET FOR 2015 It doesn’t matter what time of year you travel, spring, summer, autumn and winter, the Isle of Wight is the ultimate
seasoned all-rounder
Room to
Visit wightlink.co.uk where you will find all you need to ‘go, stay and do’ on the Isle of Wight this winter. Don’t forget to subscribe to our free Wightlink newsletter for offers and local updates.
You can also get involved and keep up-to-date with Island Life and Wightlink on our social media channels.
FOR THE LADY WHO HAS EVERYTHING This unique and delicate silver set of 3 bangles
costs £109 from the Adrienne Wroath Boutique.
Every Adrienne Wroath creation is designed and
hand-forged by Adrienne onsite in her Newport
boutique, using hammers, files and flame. To see
nautical necklaces, boat bangles and more visit
www.adriennewroath.com
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backSmugglea little piece of Island life each time you leaveHere’s some exclusive Island gifts for him, her, them, everyone! Treat yourself to
something special to remind you of your adventure on the Island that’s always new
and different, no matter how many times a year you’re tempted across the water.
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FOR INSTANT ISLAND HEADSPACE When you’re missing or reminiscing about
your Island sanctuary, the Blue Labelle
Cleanse and Nourish Kit for £35 can revive
that energised feeling. The 100% natural
botanical skincare oils include anti-ageing
properties and are blended to suit all skin
types for your face and body. Bottled by
hand with love in Ventnor.
www.bluelabelle.co.uk
FOR A SHIPSHAPE LIVING SPACE In, out or shaken all about, the sturdy Easy
Seat from Wightsails is a nostalgically
nautical memento to put your feet up on
and bring you right back to relaxing times
on the Island. Handmade from recycled
sailcloth and reclaimed spinnakers they
make unique footstools and seats for your
home or great talking points on your patio.
Buy online for £75.
www.wightsails.com
FOR KIDS BIG & SMALL Go potty crafting keepsakes at
Chessell Pottery Barns every weekend
in November & December from
10am-5pm. Painting prices include a
studio fee of £5.50 and pottery prices
start from £7.50. Pick up your glazed
and fired masterpiece the following
weekend or arrange postage with
charges based on the amount of
pottery to be delivered.
www.chessellpotterybarns.co.uk
FOR ALL FOODIES No man (or woman) is an Island aficionado without
a visit to The Garlic Farm. The ultimate garlic lover’s
gift is The Garlic Lover’s Hamper for £23.95, bursting
with garlic goodies made from the best bulbs in the
British Isles.
www.thegarlicfarm.co.uk
STOCKISTS Adrienne Wroath Boutique 26 Holyrood Street, Newport, PO30 5AZ Tel 01983 716162 www.adriennewroath.com Blue Labelle Tel 01983 700 878 www.bluelabelle.
co.uk Wightsails Tel 01983 812 713 www.wightsails.com Chessell Pottery Barns Brook Road, Yarmouth PO41 0UE Tel 01983 531 248 www.chessellpotterybarns.co.uk
The Garlic Farm Mersley Lane, Newchurch PO36 0NR Tel 01983 865378 www.thegarlicfarm.co.uk
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festive guided toursWednesdays, saturdays & sundays Wed 19 November – Wed 31 december*Have a festive day out and join expert guides to discover how Queen victoria and her family celebrated Christmas.
* Last tour 2.30pm on saturdays & sundays, 6.30pm on Wednesdays. tours are not available sat 6 – sun 7 & Wed 24 december. Pre-booking recommended, telephone 01983 200022.