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Budget Friendly Family Fun

There are loads of Budget-Friendly family things to do on the Isle of Wight, explore our favourites below!

The Isle of Wight offers an array of affordable family fun, from beach outings and museum trips to park picnics and scenic bike rides, ensuring a delightful holiday experience without the hefty price tag. 

Free Activity Ideas!

COWES

Brunswick Road: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing, bench seats & litter bins.

Northwood Park: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, bench seats & litter bin.

(Northwood House) Park Rd Recreation Ground: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring bench, litter bin & dog bin.

Venner Avenue: Large selection of play equipment, bench seats & litter bin.

EAST COWES Esplanade/Paddling Pool: Large selection of play equipment, zip line, soft safety flooring, benches, litter bins & dog bin. Paddling Pool open seasonally end of May to September.

Jubilee Recreation Ground: Selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, benches & litter bin. 

Victoria Grove: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, litter bin & dog bin.

GURNARD

Gurnard Green: Selection of play equipment, benches, litter bin & dog bin.

FRESHWATER

Stroud Recreation Ground: Selection of play equipment, benches, litter bin & dog bin. 

HAVENSTREET Recreation Ground: Small selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring & dog bin.

LAKE

Lea Road: Selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, benches & dog bin.

NEWPORT

Clatterford Recreation Ground: Swings, Multi play, bench, litter bin & dog bin. 

Church Litten: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing, benches & litter bin.

Pan Estate: Large selection of play equipment & soft safety flooring. 

Seaclose Recreation Ground: A large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, benches, litter bin & dog bin.

Victoria Recreation Ground: A selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, litter bin & dog bin. 

Victoria Recreation Ground: Slide & swing, soft safety flooring & dog bin. 

RYDE

Appley Park: Large selection of play equipment, soft sand safety flooring, secure fencing, picnic tables & litter bins.

Binstead Recreation Ground: Selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, bench, litter bin & dog bin.

Binstead Rest Gardens: Small selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, litter bin & dog bin.

Canoe Lake Paddling Pool: (Please check for 2024 opening – unconfirmed maintenance closure) This site contains a paddling pool and many interactive features. 

Monkton Mead: Large selection of play equipment, soft sand safety flooring, secure fencing & litter bins.

Oakwood Road: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, bench & dog bin.

Puckpool Park, Seaview: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, picnic tables, litter bins & dog bin.

Simeon St Recreation Ground: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, bench seats, picnic tables litter bin & dog bin.

SANDOWN Battery Gardens: Selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, benches & litter bin.

Sandham Grounds: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, bench seats & picnic tables.

SHANKLIN

Big Meade: A selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, benches, litter bin & dog bin.

Batts Copse: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, benches & litter bin.

ST HELENS

St Helens Green: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, bench & dog bin.

TOTLAND

Totland Recreation Ground: Large selection of play equipment, soft safety flooring, secure fencing with self-closing gates, benches & dog bin.

  • Bembridge Ledges: Known as a rock pooling mecca, Bembridge Ledges reveal vast shallow pools full of life at low tide. 
  • Freshwater Bay: This location has become a strong contender for the best rock pooling spot, with an abundance of crabs and other marine creatures found among the rocks.
  • Compton Bay at Hannover Point: Offers good rock pools to explore when the tide goes down.
  • St Helens Duver: At Node’s Point, you can find limestone outcrops teeming with marine life like whelks, limpets, and barnacles. (Parking charges apply)
  • Binnel Bay (South Wight): A hidden gem of a beach, secluded from northerly winds, you will be able to spend hours exploring the rock pools and even do some snorkeling in the crystal clear water.
  • Seaview Beach to Priory Bay: At low tide a stunning array of rock pools form, with safe flat sand surrounding the pools the warm summer evenings are perfect for rock pooling here. (Paid parking in Seaview)

Remember to check the tide times before you go, as rock pooling is best at low tide. Have a great time exploring these natural treasures! 🦀🌊

On the Isle of Wight, you can spend a delightful day at the Donkey Sanctuary, enjoying over 100 donkeys and Shetland ponies with grooming presentations, donkey walking, and feeding tours.

You can also explore the peaceful Quarr Abbey and its beautiful grounds, which is a great place for reflection and learning about local history.

Discover the vital work of the RNLI at Bembridge Lifeboat Station and get an introduction to life-saving at sea. Enjoy the serene Steephill Cove Beach, perfect for a family picnic or a leisurely walk along the shore.

Lastly, visit Arreton Barns, a historic site with craft shops and a shipwreck museum, making it well worth a visit. These attractions offer a mix of educational, historical, and just plain fun experiences that will create lasting memories for you and your family without costing anything.

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Enjoy your Holiday without Breaking the Bank

Here are some other suggestions:

  • Explore the Great Outdoors: The Isle of Wight is known for its stunning natural beauty. You can visit the beaches, go on coastal walks, or explore the countryside. These activities are free and offer endless fun for the family.
  • Local Events: Keep an eye out for local events, fairs, and carnivals, which often have free or low-cost entry and can be a great way to spend the day.
  • Picnics: Pack a picnic and enjoy the island’s many picnic spots. It’s a great way to enjoy a meal out without the expense of dining at a restaurant.

 

Remember, planning ahead can help you find the best deals and discounts, and visiting outside of peak times can also save money. The Isle of Wight offers a range of activities that cater to all interests and budgets, ensuring that you and your family can have a memorable time without overspending. Enjoy your visit!

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01

Day out in Sandown (Beach & Picnic, Fossil Hunting on Yaverland Beach)

02

Newtown Creek Picnic and Walk, Visit the National Trust Centre

03

Explore Ventnor on Foot, Search for Lizards, Walk to Steephill Cove

04

Head to Appuldurcombe House and Find Fremantle Gate, ghost hunt in the ruins!

06

Enjoy East Wight Tranquillity, Walk around Bembridge Harbour and The Duver (The Victorian Golf Course)

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