Posts by Jackie Richards
Winter on the Isle of Wight – It’s not just for Summer
What’s open over the Winter on the Isle of Wight? The island has a reputation for closing down in October and not coming back again until someone declares it’s Summer…. somewhere around Good Friday! There are a few tourist attractions and seasonal places that do close for the Winter months, but there are also a lot of…
Read MoreThe Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
Since we first met, it’s been love at first donkey. A charity with a genuine passion for all things donkey, the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary is a simple but amazing place that people of all ages will fall in love with. It’s been a summer of donkey love for myself and my daughter. We are on…
Read MoreWhere to find the best ice cream on the Isle of Wight
Listen to your cravings and visit Crave! When we first walked into the green and cream Ventnorian ice cream parlour back in 2015, we knew we had found somewhere pretty special. Perched on a milk churn, we sampled our first taste of the unique ice cream flavours offered at Crave; salted caramel, jaffa cake and Bakewell…
Read MoreVentnor Fringe Festival
My first fringe festival and it certainly won’t be my last.We arrived in Ventnor just before the start of fringe week, watching the preparations unfold and the excitement build.After a quick visit to the Ventnor Exchange, I left armed with my festival programme and tips on family friendly events. Daughter enjoyed a quick play with the…
Read MoreAlma House Cornwall
OverviewPhotosLocationReviews Alma House Perranporth, Cornwall A beach retreat, a stones throw from Perranporth’s famous golden sands. Sleeping up to 6 people, with a King Size bed, Double En suite and Children’s Bunk Beds, its perfect for families, extended families and couples too. BOOK YOUR STAY Property Description 6 3 2 Dog Friendly Alma House is…
Read MoreThe Corner House Ventnor Isle of Wight
OverviewPhotosLocationReviews The Corner House Ventnor, Isle of Wight A popular 5 Star cottage located in central Ventnor. With a bath in the bedroom, the towns facilities on your doorstep and the beach a short walk away – it would be rude not to enjoy a romantic weekend away here. BOOK YOUR STAY Property Description 2…
Read More2020, Covid and the New Staycation
2020 saw the rise of the Staycation
Read MoreEating Out on the Isle of Wight
Eating out on the Isle of Wight I am often asked for food recommendations on the Isle of Wight. From friends, guests and islanders. I thought it was about time I put pen to paper 😉 A Unique perspective It is worth mentioning that I have a rather unique intolerance. I cannot eat foods with…
Read MoreA Personal Dining Experience on the Isle of Wight
A Personal Dining Experience on the Isle of Wight A personal chef is just for the rich and famous. Well, so I thought. If you are of the same opinion, might be worth a little read……. The Wight Place were lucky enough to be invited by La Belle Assiette to try a private dining experience…
Read MoreTop 10 things to do on the Isle of Wight. Aged 7 Years!
Top Ten Places to visit on the Isle of Wight. Aged 7 years. Inspired by her school friends visiting the Isle of Wight this summer, Daisy decided to write a list of her Top 10 Places to visit on the island. The Isle of Wight is well known as a family friendly holiday…
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