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The Woodvale

Pub/Inn

1 Princes Esplanade
GURNARD
Isle of Wight
PO31 8LE

Tel: +44 01983 292037

About

The Woodvale has been offering traditional hospitality to locals and holidaymakers alike for over 80 years.

Situated in the picturesque village of Gurnard overlooking The Solent, The Woodvale boasts a traditional bar, a newly renovated function room and extensive gardens featuring a BBQ terrace and to supplement all of this The Woodvale also offers traditional bed and breakfast in Boutique style accommodation. Being close to the yachting mecca of Cowes on the Isle of Wight, it is the perfect viewpoint to watch all the sailing regattas including Cowes Week and the Round the Island Race. You can sit back, relax and enjoy one of the most renowned sunsets in the world.

With a main menu offering over 50 choices, our much acclaimed chef's also offer you an ever changing specials board including speciality fish dishes. In peak season our BBQ terrace comes alive enabling you to dine 'al fresco'. All this coupled with the fact that our cellar offers a selection of cask ales, fine wines and spirits make The Woodvale the perfect choice.

Opening Dates/ Times:

365 days a year.

Monday - Saturday: 11am - 11pm

Sunday: 12 - 10.30pm

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Facilities

Accessibility

Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

Bar
Bar meals
BBQ Food Served
Full liquor licence
Meals served all day - At weekends.
Outdoor eating area
Private dining areas
Serve evening meal
Serve lunch
Special diets catered for
Traditional Sunday Roast
Vegetarians catered for

Children & Infants

Baby changing facilities
Children's Meals
Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Highchair(s) available

Establishment Features

Available for wedding receptions
Beer Garden
Garden/patio for guests' use
Groups accepted
Licensed for alcohol
Live Music
Open all year round
Open Christmas
Open New Year
Open on bank holidays
Public Telephone
Regular evening entertainment - Twice weekly - Friday/Saturday all year
Smokers welcome
Wireless Internet Access - Free Wi-Fi

Languages spoken

French spoken
Italian spoken

Leisure Facilities

Games room
Snooker / Pool table

Payment Methods

American Express
Delta
Euros
Maestro
MasterCard
Solo
Visa

Room / Unit Features

Internet access all rooms
Large Screen TV
Tea and coffee making all rooms
With Accommodation

Map & Directions

Click here to view map

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, turn right onto York Avenue and straight onto ferry road to the floating bridge to West Cowes, Medina Road follow round onto Mill Hill Road, Victoria Road, B3325 (Park Road), straight across roundabout onto Tuttons Hill to Gurnard.

From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, A3020 to West Cowes, Nodes Road, Place Road, 1st exit at small roundabout onto Tuttons Hill to Gurnard.

From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to West Cowes, Nodes Road, Place Road, 1st exit at small roundabout onto Tuttons Hill to Gurnard.

Public Transport Directions

From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-Speed ferry: Walk up the hill to the Co-Op. Catch the 32 bus to Gurnard

From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 9 to Newport and change to No. 1 to West Cowes. Walk up the hill to the Co-Op. Catch the 32 bus to Gurnard

From Yarmouth ferry: No. 7 to Newport and change to No. 1 to West Cowes Walk up the hill to the Co-Op. Catch the 32 bus to Gurnard.

For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).

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Access Information

PARKING

Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance

BUILDING ENTRANCE

Clearly signed alternative entrance providing access to wheelchair users, or those who cannot manage steps

The main entrance is via a:

Manual door

Alternate door is a:

Manual door

DINING / BAR AREAS

Customers with special dietary requirements catered for

Gluten free (coeliac)

Lactose free (dairy free)

Establishment suitable for customers who use a wheelchair

STAFF

Staff who have contact with visitors have had disability awareness training

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Audible alarm system

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Opening Times

Open Christmas

Open New Year

Opening (2 Jan 2024 - 24 Dec 2024)

* Open 365 days a year.
Monday - Saturday: 11am - 11pm
Sunday: 12 - 10.30pm

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