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Things to do in Ventnor

There are lots of things to do in Ventnor and the surrounding area whatever the weather. The beaches and Ventnor promenade offer a lot of options for activities, but further into Ventnor town there are a number of vintage shops and antique stores that has made Ventnor a very popular shopping destination, even appealing to famous celebrities like Kate Moss!

To the East of the town is Bonchurch, which is a stunning village where Charles Dickens once stayed. Stooped in history Bonchurch offers some great walks, and there is also a fanastic secluded beach.

For some ideas of what to see and do in and around Ventnor see the list below.

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Ventnor Beach

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Beach

VENTNOR

Ventnor beach is the southernmost holiday beach on the Isle of Wight and is well-loved by locals and visitors alike.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Steephill Cove

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Beach

Ventnor

Tucked away at the foot of the Ventnor Undercliff area, and only accessible by foot is one of the Isle of Wight’s true hidden gems; Steephill Cove.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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Ventnor Botanic Garden

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Botanic Garden

St Lawrence

Here at Ventnor Botanic Garden we grow around 6,000 species of rare and exotic plants and trees in 22 acres. The garden is unrivalled for its collections of sub-tropical plants grown unprotected outdoors, capable of doing so due to our unique…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Ventnor Fringe

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Festival

VENTNOR

Ventnor Fringe is a unique celebration of the arts, showcasing emerging and established talent across every creative discipline.

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18 July 2025to27 July 2025
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The Royal - Victoria's Island Trail

VENTNOR

In Victorian times Ventnor became a fashionable holiday and health resort not least because Sir James Clark, Queen Victoria's surgeon recommended the health-giving properties of Ventnor's climate. The Ventnor Hotel was re-named The Royal Hotel after…

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Blackgang Chine - Victoria's Island Trail

CHALE

Blackgang Chine received the royal seal of approval when Queen Victoria visited in August 1853 to see the skeleton of the whale that had washed up near the Needles – it was Blackgang Chine’s very first attraction which is still on view today.
Wild West Week

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Childrens Events

Ventnor

Immerse yourself in the world of outlaws and sheriffs as Wild West Week takes over Cowboy Town!
There will be thrilling fights, gunfire and a NEW action-packed cowboy show to entertain you all.
There's a whole day of fun to be had with a…

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24 May 2025to31 May 2025
Tregear Pottery

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Craft Workshop

NITON

Tregear Pottery is an award winning pottery studio situated in the picturesque village of Niton on the South Coast of the Island.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Sunset Sessions with Judge Jules at Blackgang Chine

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Special Events

VENTNOR

SOLD OUT - Check out Sunset Sessions with Nathan Dawe instead on the 16th & 17th August - tickets are still available
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Fiesta of the Dead at Blackgang Chine

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Family

VENTNOR

Celebrate life and immerse yourself in a magical world at Blackgang Chine at the Fiesta of the Dead during October half term on selected days (25th, 26th, 29th, 30th and 31st October).
Experience the vibrant eruption of light and colour…

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Sunset Sessions End of Summer Party

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Special Events

Blackgang

Triple the excitement, triple the beats!
Join us for Sunset Sessions on 6th September 2024 with not one, not two, but THREE incredible headlining acts lighting up the night!
With the sunset backdrop, a sizzling BBQ, and fully stocked bar,…

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Isle of Wight Pottery

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Craft Workshop

NITON

Isle of Wight Pottery offers a wonderful way for family and friends to spend quality time together whilst learning how to make beautiful items from clay.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Smile: A Charlie Chaplin Musical

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Performance

Niton

Smile is a musical play set in and around a music hall in the famous Lambeth Walk. It is the story of the childhood of the famous Charlie Chaplin and his friends.
Written by local playwright Val Hayward and based on a family legend, Smile…

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Ventnor Botanic Garden - Victoria's Island Trail

St Lawrence

The former Royal National Hospital for Diseases of the Chest, founded in 1868 in the Victorian heyday of ‘taking the cure’ at the seaside is now Ventnor Botanic Garden. The “Chusan Palm” Trachycarpus fortune are the oldest palms in the British Isles…

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St Lawrence Parish Church

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Church / Chapel

ST LAWRENCE

This Victorian church was designed by the architect Sir George Gilbert Scott in 1878. The interior has hardly altered since the church was built.
The stained glass windows are mainly by Morris & Co., and date from about 1873. They were originally…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
St Catherine's Oratory - The Pepperpot

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Tower

CHALE

The tall, octagonal tower, the shell of a medieval lighthouse, was built in 1314 as a penance for stealing wine from a merchant ship that ran aground on the treacherous rocks of Atherfield Ledge.
The cargo of 174 casks, from Edward II's Duchy…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Ventnor Heritage Centre

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Heritage / Visitor Centre

VENTNOR

The Society's Heritage Centre, conveniently situated in the centre of Ventnor houses permanent and special exhibitions and has separate areas for research and storage of the Society's extensive collection of photographs, documents and artefacts.

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1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025
Headspace Series Gong & Sound Bath #3: Embrace - Ventnor, Isle of Wight

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Health & Wellbeing

Ventnor

Headspace Series Gong & Sound Baths A curated series of 4 Sound Baths each focussing on a powerful Intention to nurture the soul. Introducing a curated series of 4 Sound Baths each focussing on a powerful Intention to nurture the soul.
Embrace your…

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Comedy Night with Headliner Jack Campbell

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Comedy

VENTNOR

Headlining the show is Jack Campbell One of the best rising stars on the comedy circuit! Supporting acts include Daniel Edison, Kate Penfield, Nick Jones & Lee Smith & the event will be hosted by resident compare Jack Clay.
Tickets £12 for…

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Festive Five Course Tasting Menu with Live Music

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Music

VENTNOR

An evening of delectable food, Festive Five delicious courses. Enjoy Live music from the talented Harriet Jane formerly of Company B. Arrive 7pm for 7.30pm. £55.00 per person with optional Wine Flight @ £45.00 per person with a welcome glass of fizz…

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