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Don’t let your exercise slip just because you’re on holiday. In fact, you could look at it as a chance to try different ways of keeping fit.

Mind and body wellness are often one and the same and the Isle of Wight offers the perfect canvas to stretch your muscles and get those endorphins flowing.

Whether it be swimming from the super sandy beaches or cycling around the Island’s roads or trails, there is tons of fun to be had for you and the family.

If you want to Say Yes to an Island adventure then there are some great times to be had.

Kayaking on the Isle of Wight

Get active on the isle

You can get up close and personal with the Island shoreline with a spot of coasteering in the West Wight, try a whole host of watersports from kayaking to stand up paddleboarding at Tackt-Isle Adventures, or get up above the Island by having a paragliding lesson.

Or how about heading to the trees for an experience with Goodleaf Tree Climbing, something that will never be forgotten.

And for those with a masochistic streak, each year the Island hosts its own marathon, reputed to be one of the toughest in the UK.

If you fancy a more leisurely jog, then each Saturday morning Medina parkrun welcomes hundreds of runners to either Seaclose Park in Newport or Appley at Ryde.

The Isle of Wight is also a walker’s paradise with a 66-mile coastal path around the edge and any number of trails over the downs.

Every year the Island supports its own Mountbatten hospice with Walk the Wight (a 26-mile yomp across the Isle) and there are two Isle of Wight Walking Festivals each year with all sorts of interesting themed walks for all abilities.

And let’s not forget the sport the Island is best known for...sailing. Apart from Cowes, there are yacht clubs and marinas dotted around the Island.

And why not go for a bike ride and find out why we are called Bicycle Island. There are plenty of great rides to choose from, suiting all ages and abilities. You don't even have to bring your bike to the Island, with plenty of places available to hire bikes for the day.

Kick-start your wellness with our list below.

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Isle of Wight Guided Tours

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Special Interest

VARIOUS

Isle of Wight Guided Tours is a bespoke tour guiding service.
As well as guiding you, we help you plan your tour. This applies whether you are a lone traveller, a couple, a small independent group or a cruise ship passenger (or company) or a…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Island Riding Centre

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Horse Riding

NEWPORT

At Island Riding Centre we offer Riding School activities from group to private lessons, beach and trail rides and onsite hacks – the perfect place to saddle up. If you are learning to ride or an experienced horse rider, we have escapes and short…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Sandown Pier

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Adventure Park / Playground

SANDOWN

A whole days fun in one! Lost world adventure golf. Magic Island fantasy and fun. Superbowl, dodgems, snake slide, amusements, cafes, bars and whole lot more.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club

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Golf Course

LAKE

This County Championship course is justly recognised for its natural Heathland beauty, spectacular views and challenging qualities.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
West Wight Sports and Community Centre

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Leisure / Swimming Pool

FRESHWATER

The West Wight Sports and Community Centre offers a range of activities including Swimming pools, sports hall (which can be used for football, badminton, basketball etc.), gym, café and over 50 adult fitness classes every week. We also provide…

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Ventnor Golf Club

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Golf Course

VENTNOR

Affordable Golf, on the course with the views.

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Tourism For All

Island Riding Centre - Self Catering Cottages & Safari Tents

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Self-Catering

NEWPORT

Our modern and bright self-catering accommodation is set across a range of cottages, a Victorian Dairy barn conversion, a detached modern ranch style-bungalow and gated safari camp, we have been awarded 4* Rosette awarded by Visit England for our…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025