Pub guide to the Isle of Wight

ISLE OF WIGHT PUBS & BARS CENTRAL

NORTH

Cowes Ale House 7a Shooters Hill, Cowes, PO31 7BE 01983 294027 alehousefamily.co.uk I10

The Coast Bar & Dining Room 15 Shooters Hill, Cowes, PO31 7BG 01983 298574 thecoastbar.co.uk I10

The Sportsmans Rest Main Road, Porchfield, PO30 4LP 01983 525739 thesportsmansrestiow.co.uk G8

Duke Of York Mill Hill Road, Cowes, PO31 7BT 01983 295171 dukeofyorkcowes.co.uk I10

The Folly Inn Folly Lane, East Cowes, PO32 6NB 01983 297171 | oldenglishinns.co.uk/ our-locations/the-folly-whippingham J9

The Stag 2 Cowes Road, Newport, PO30 5TW 01983 522709 thestagpub.com I8

Appley Manor Appley Road, Ryde, PO33 1PH 01983 564777 appley-manor.co.uk M8

The King Lud 2 Esplanade, Ryde, PO33 2DY 01983 562942 M8

The Woodvale 1 Princes Esplanade, Cowes, PO31 8LE 01983 292037 the-woodvale.co.uk H9

Coburgs 70 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LN 01983 530260 M8

The Marine Bar 15 Esplanade, Ryde, PO33 2DZ 01983 611313 M8

The Yachtsman OsborneCourt,TheParade,Cowes,PO317QS 01983 299618 theyachtsman.co.uk I10

Kasbah 76 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LN 01983 810088 M8

The Old Fort Inn The Esplanade, Seaview, PO34 5HB 01983 612363 theoldfort.co.uk N8

The Hare and Hounds Downend, Newport, PO30 2NU 01983 523446 oldenglishinns.co.uk J7

Horseshoe Inn 353 Newport Road, Cowes, PO31 8PJ 01983 292349 horse-and-groom.com I9

The Fountain Inn High Street, Cowes, PO31 7AW 01983 292397 | oldenglishinns.co.uk/ our-locations/the-fountain-inn-cowes I10

The Travellers Joy 85 Pallance Road, Cowes, PO31 8LS 01983 298024 I9

Hog’s Head 20 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SS 01983 530150 greatukpubs.co.uk/hogsheadnewport I7

The Man In The Moon 16-17 St James Street, Newport, PO30 5HB 01983 530126 jdwetherspoon.com I7

Prince Of Wales Hotel York Avenue, East Cowes, PO32 6JT 01983 292843 iwprinceofwalespub.co.uk I9

The Lifeboat Britannia Way, East Cowes, PO32 6UB 01983 292711 thelifeboatcowes.co.uk I10

The Victoria Tavern 62 Clarence Road, East Cowes, PO32 6ET 01983 290092 J9

S Fowler & Co 41-43 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LF 01983 812112 jdwetherspoon.com M8

The Pilot Boat Inn Station Road, Bembridge, PO35 5NN 01983 872077 thepilotboatinn.com N7

Medina Quay - Table Table Fairlee Road, Newport, PO30 2DN 01983 825082 tabletable.co.uk J8

The Medina Railway Tavern The Medina Railway Tavern 1 Sea Street, Newport, PO30 5BU 01983 528303 I7

The Anchor 1-3 High Street, Cowes, PO31 7SA 01983 292823 theanchorcowes.co.uk I10

The Portland Inn 2 Worsley Road, Gurnard, PO31 8JN 01983 243300 H9

White Hart Hotel Dover Rd, East Cowes PO32 6RG 01983 280230 I10

Simeon Arms 21 Simeon Street, Ryde, PO33 1JG 01983 614954 M8

The Propellor Inn Sandown Road, Bembridge, PO35 5PW 01983 873611 N7

Prince Of Wales 36 South Street, Newport, PO36 0NN 01983 525026 I7

The Pointer Inn High Street, Newchurch, PO36 0NN 01983 865202 pointernewchurch.co.uk K6

11

The Blacksheep Bar 53 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LF 01983 811006 theblacksheepbar.co.uk M8

The Sloop Inn Mill Square, Wootton Bridge, PO33 4HS 01983 882544 stonehouserestaurants.co.uk K8

The Bargeman’s Rest Little London Quay, Newport, PO30 5BS 01983 525828 bargemansrest.co.uk I7

The Sun at Calbourne Calbourne, Newport, PO30 4JA 01983 531231 sun-calbourne.co.uk G6

10

The Boathouse Springvale Road, Seaview, PO34 5AW 01983 810616 theboathouseiow.co.uk N8

The Solent Inn 7 Monkton Street, Ryde, PO33 1JW 01983 613761 M8

Blacksmiths Calbourne Road, Newport, PO30 5SS 01983 529263 H7

The Taverners High Street, Godshill, PO38 3HZ 01983 840707 thetavernersgodshill.co.uk J5

The Castle Inn 164 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2HT 01983 613684 castleinnisleofwight.co.uk M8

The Spinnaker 1 Steyne Road, Bembridge, PO35 5UH 01983 873572 thespinnakeriow.co.uk N7

The Cedars 2 Station Road, Wootton Bridge, PO33 4QU 01983 882593 cedarsisleofwight.co.uk K8

The Star Inn 40 High St, Ryde PO33 2HT 01983 562292 M8

The Crab & Lobster Inn 32ForelandsFieldRoad,Bembridge,PO355TR 01983 872244 crabandlobsterinn.co.uk N7

The Vine Inn St Helens Upper Green Road, St Helens, PO33 1UJ 01983 872337 thevinesthelens.co.uk N7

The Crown Hotel St Thomas Square, Ryde, PO33 2PJ 01983 562080 M8

The White Hart Inn Main Rd, Ryde PO33 4DP 01983 883485 whitehartiow.co.uk L8

The Fishbourne Inn 111 Fishbourne Lane, Ryde, PO33 4EU 01983 882823 thefishbourne.co.uk K8

The Wight RockLorem Bar ipsum Lind Street, Ryde, PO33 2NE 01983 615500 wightrockbar.com M8

The High Park Tavern 84 Marlborough Road, Ryde, PO33 1AF 01983 562841 M8

Ye Old Village Inn 61 High Street, Bembridge, PO35 5SF 01983 872616 N7

A3

6

05

Shanklin

Whiteley Bank Atherfield Green

Serves Food

Wroxall

Chale Green

Chale

3

A3055

054 A3

A3

Godshill

Yafford

4

The Griffin High Street, Godshill, PO38 3JD 01983 840039 thegriffiniow.co.uk J5

Apse Heath

0

D

Yaverland

Sandown

Lake 02

C

Adgestone Newchurch Alverstone

A3

Yates 23-26 High Street, Newport, PO30 1SS 01983 537311 I7

B

Brading

Arreton

Rookley

Shorwell

Brighstone

5

Bembridge

Merstone

Chillerton

5

The George Inn 92 St James Street, Newport, PO30 1LB 01983 522557 I7

05

Nettlestone St Helens

Blackwater

Gatcombe

Hulverstone Mottistone

A3

Havenstreet

Shide

Bowcombe

Chessell Brook

ilw ay

5

Calbourne

Freshwater Bay

A

Carisbrooke

Newbridge

Freshwater

Ra

Spring Vale Seaview

A3054

Newport

Ningwood

Wellow

am

Ryde

Binstead

05

River

A3

Yar

05

4

Thorley

05

The Wren’s Nest 11 Holyrood Street, Newport, PO30 5AU 01983 527089 I7

S

Shalfleet

A3

The Fighting Cocks Hale Common, Arreton, PO30 3AR 01983 865254 thefightingcocksiow.co.uk K5

4

54

5

te

Parkhurst A305

A30

6 The White Lion Main Road, Arreton, PO30 3AA 01983 528479 whitelionarreton.com K6

Porchfield

Cranmore

Yarmouth

7

Newtown

Fishbourne

Wootton Bridge

1 02

Hamstead

Whippingham A3

8

Totland

The Eight Bells 31 Carisbrooke High Street, PO30 1NR 01983 825501 theeightbells.net I7

Northwood

dina

The Wheatsheaf 16 St Thomas Square, Newport, PO30 1SG 01983 530777 thewheatsheafhotel.com I7

9

East Cowes

R Me

The Dairyman’s Daughter Main Road, Arreton, PO30 3AA 01983 539361 arretonbarns.co.uk K6

The Waverley Inn 2 Clatterford Road, Newport, PO30 1PA 01983 522338 waverleyinn.co.uk I7

Gurnard

A3020

The Crispin 8-10 Carisbrooke Road, Newport, PO30 1BL 01983 532019 I7

Cowes

Blackgang

Bonchurch Whitwell Niton

St Lawrence

Family Friendly

Ventnor Steephill Cove

PCGraphics (UK) Limited, Isle of Wight. pcgraphics.uk.com

Castle Inn 91 High Street, Newport, PO30 1BQ 01983 522528 thecastleiow.co.uk I7

L

M

N

O

P NORTH EAST

Dog friendly

2

Live Music Local Produce

The Kings Head Quay Street, Yarmouth, PO41 0PB 01983 760177 kingsheadyarmouth.co.uk D7

WEST

The Bugle Coaching Inn The Square, Yarmouth, PO41 0NS 01983 760272 thebugleinn.co.uk D7

The Sun Inn Hulverstone Hulverstone, PO30 4EH 01983 741124 sunhulverstone.co.uk F5

The Highdown Inn Highdown Lane, Totland Bay, PO39 0HY 01983 752450 highdowninn.com C6

The Three Bishops Main Road, Brighstone, PO30 4AH 01983 740226 threebishopspub.com G5

The Ale and Oyster Esplanade, Ventnor, PO38 1JX 01983 857025 thealeandoyster.co.uk L3

The Horse & Groom Main Road, Ningwood, PO30 4NW 01983 760672 horse-and-groom.com F7

The Vine 1SchoolGreenRoad,Freshwater,PO409UP 01983 752959 vineinnfreshwater.co.uk D6

The New Inn Main Road, Shalfleet, PO30 4NS 01983 531314 F7

The Red Lion Church Place, Freshwater, PO40 9BP 01983 754925 redlion-freshwater.co.uk D6

1 E

F

G

H

I

J

K

Caulkheads 42-44 Avenue Road, Sandown, PO36 8AY 01983 405080 caulkheads.pub M5

Merrie Gardens Farm Newport Road, Lake, PO36 9PT 01983 405997 merriegardenpubisleofwight.co.uk L5

The Spyglass Inn Esplanade, Ventnor, PO38 1JX 01983 855338 thespyglass.com L3

Fisherman’s Cottage 1 Esplanade,Shanklin, PO37 6BN 01983 863882 shanklinchine.co.uk L5

Stag Inn 45 Sandown Road, Lake, PO36 9JL 01983 408283 L5

The Crab Inn 94 High Street, Shanklin, PO37 6NS 01983 862363 L5

The Old Comical 15 St Johns Road, Sandown, PO36 8ES 01983 403848 M5

The Tap 2 Avenue Road, Sandown, PO36 8BW 01983 405783 M5

The Wheatsheaf 56 High Street, Brading, PO36 0DQ 01983 400747 M6

The Bonchurch Inn Bonchurch Shute, Ventnor, PO38 1NU 01983 852611 bonchurch-inn.co.uk L4

The White Horse Inn High St, Whitwell PO38 2PY 01983 730375 whitehorseiow.co.uk J3

Flanagans 7 Pier Street, Sandown, PO36 8JR 01983 408851 flanagansiow.com M5

The Bugle Inn 56-57 High Street, Brading, PO36 0DQ 01983 407359 buglebrading.co.uk M6

The Culver Haven Inn Culver Down, Sandown, PO36 8QT 01983 406107 culverhaven.com N6

The Old Corner Bank Ltd 61 High Street, Sandown, PO36 8AA 01983 405432 theoldcornerbank.co.uk M5

The Townhouse 54 High Street, Shanklin, PO37 6JN 01983 864464 L5

The Yarbridge Inn Yarbridge, Brading, PO36 0AA 01983 405585 theyarbridgeinn.co.uk M6

The Waterfront The Beach Promenade, Totland, PO39 0BQ 01983 756969 waterfrontiow.com C6

The Buddle Inn, Smugglers Inn St Catherines Road, Niton, PO38 2NE 01983 730243 buddleinn.co.uk J3

The Wight Mouse Inn Church Pl, Chale, Ventnor PO38 2HA 01983 730431 wightmouse.co.uk I3

Kynges Well 10 High Street, Brading, PO36 0DG 01983 408776 kyngeswell.co.uk M6

The Castle Inn 12-14 Fitzroy Street, Sandown, PO36 8HY 01983 403169 sandowncastle.co.uk M5

The Falcon 50 Regent Street, Shanklin, PO37 7AE 01983 862893 L5

The Plough & Barleycorn 4 North Rd, Shanklin PO37 6DB 01983 716750 ploughandbarleycorn.pub L5

The Village Inn 1 Church Road, Shanklin, PO37 6NU 01983 862514 L5

Vernon Cottage Tea Rooms, Tavern & Restaurant 1 Eastcliff Road, Shanklin PO37 6AA 01983 865411 vernoncottage.co.uk L5

The Wheatsheaf Inn Bridge Road, Yarmouth, PO41 0PH 01983 760456 wheatsheafyarmouth.co.uk D7

The Rose Inn 18 Pier Street, Ventnor, PO38 1ST 01983 856164 L3

The Winter Gardens Pier Street, Ventnor, Isle of PO38 1SZ 01983 857757 theventnorwintergardens.com L3

Margrettes Leed Street, Sandown, PO36 8JQ 01983 406781 L5

The Chine Inn 1 Chine Hill, Shanklin PO37 6BW 01983 865880 L5

The Ocean Deck Inn Esplanade, Sandown, PO36 8AE 01983 403960 oceandecksandown.co.uk M5

The Steamer Inn 18 Esplanade, Shanklin, PO37 6BS 01983 862641 thesteamer.co.uk L5

The Waterfront 19 Esplanade, Shanklin, PO37 6BN 01983 863023 waterfront-inn.co.uk L5

SOUTH

EAST

WELCOME TO

PUBS FOR

PUBS FOR

PUBS WITH

The humble, local pub is a great British institution...

For more four-legged friendly pubs, check out visitisleofwight.co.uk

Find more muddy-boot places at visitisleofwight.co.uk

Find views a plenty on visitisleofwight.co.uk

YOUR IW PUB GUIDE

G5

The Three Bishops: With plenty of space in and out of this beautiful country pub set in the heart of picturesque Brighstone village, the pooch will be very happy. There are plenty of dog walks nearby and then you can relax with a pint of real ale.

M6

Kynges Well: At this Brading pub you will certainly find a few pub dogs.

Doggie biscuits sit alongside bar snacks, but we doubt you will have anything leftover to take home in a doggie bag; the food here is delicious.

N7

The Pilot Boat: A popular pit-stop in Bembridge, The Pilot Boat welcomes everyone including your four-legged friends. If it’s a sea dog you are bringing, they also run a water taxi service direct from the marina.

F5

The Sun Inn: The Sun Inn, Hulverstone are such dog lovers, they offer a special dogs menu!

Set in the perfect spot for a country walk, your canine pal won’t feel left out. For posing pooches, upload your doggie selfie to their Facebook page.

D7

The Wheatsheaf: After an adventure in Bouldner Forest, The Wheatsheaf Inn in Yarmouth makes the ideal rest stop. Catering for everyone, including the pup, try their seasonal dishes or a legendary ‘Fat Shaun’ burger.

Over 120 pubs and bars across the Isle of Wight

A place to come together with family and friends, pubs are the centre of communities the country over, and the Island boasts more than its fair share.

There are olde worlde pubs with beams and roaring log fires, inns in superb coastal locations providing a breath of sea air and pubs with outdoor play areas and gardens. There are also plenty of stylish and contemporary bars on the Island providing a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you are in search of real ales or fine wines, looking for hearty traditional pub grub or more contemporary cuisine, the Isle of Wight has a venue to suit your taste.

Blessed with some of the most beautiful locations on the south coast, you can enjoy a cold glass of wine in the summer overlooking the sea or cosy up by a fire with a winter warmer in a snug bar.

The pubs and bars are kept well-stocked by the local breweries, vineyards and a distillery that provide some excellent quality tipples. Many pubs source their produce locally- try fresh seafood, farm reared meats and fruit and veg grown in our fertile soils.

TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT

PUB GUIDE YOUR HOLIDAY STARTS HERE

All opening times and other details were correct at the time of printing

PUBS FOR

TRADITIONAL

THE FOODIES

DRINKING PUBS

Fill your belly on more foodie pubs at visitisleofwight.co.uk

Discover plenty of traditional drinking pubs at visitisleofwight.co.uk

J5

The Taverners: The Taverners in Godshill is renowned for their use of local produce with much grown in their garden. They are famous for their pies, especially their lemon meringue. Visit their shop where you can pick up local items and kitchenalia.

D6

The Red Lion: Winner of the Isle of Wight Dining Pub of the Year on three separate occasions, The Red Lion, in Freshwater are definitely doing something right. They use the best local fish, meat and vegetables and have an extensive herb garden.

D7

The Bugle: Being a stone’s throw from the harbour, you can regularly see local fishermen delivering their catch of the day to the Bugle in Yarmouth.

The main menu features traditional hearty fare all cooked fresh to order.

N8

The Boathouse: Recipients of AA Dining awards every year since 2010, The Boathouse in Seaview offers quality dining matched with superb ales and an extensive wine selection.

Local ingredients are used wherever possible.

i7

The Wheatsheaf Hotel: There are plenty of options when dining at The Wheatsheaf Hotel in Newport. Try the relaxed and informal pub menu or for special occasions, the in-house brasserie is a fine dining restaurant in the heart of St. Thomas Square.

This brochure was funded by the Isle of Wight Business Improvement District.

visitisleofwight.co.uk

i10

Cowes Ale House: As the name suggests, Cowes Ale House is where ale is key. Expect a pub of a bygone age, small and intimate, whilst being able to have a drink and eat high quality locally sourced pub pies, rolls and sandwiches.

J3

The White Horse Inn: Reputed to be one of the oldest pubs in England, let alone the Isle of Wight, being first recorded as a public house in Whitwell in 1454. The real ales change regularly and there’s normally at least three to choose from.

L5

The Village Inn: Set in the heart of Shanklin Old Village, The Village Inn has an olde worlde charm, thanks to its pretty thatched roof, flagstone floors and cosy interior. A perfect pit-stop for a pint of ale or a glass of wine.

M8

The Crown: Built in Ryde in the early 1800s, The Crown retains much of its Georgian charm.

A firm favourite with sports fans, screening many live events. They serve nine different draft lagers, quality wines and a good selection of real ales.

i7

The Waverley: Nestled in an enviable position with far reaching views of Carisbrooke Castle, offering real ale handpulled from its Victorian cellar and a fantastic wine list featuring wines from nine different countries.

visitisleofwight.co.uk

COASTAL VIEWS

C6

The Highdown Inn: Set in the heart of Totland, The Highdown Inn welcomes walkers from the many coastal and scenic footpaths nearby. Noted for their seafood, extensive wine and ale list, to enjoy in their sunny beer garden.

i3

The Wight Mouse: Set in the historic town of Chale off the famous Military Road, The Wight Mouse offers a welcome stop for walkers and cyclists exploring the south of the Island. Soak up the views in the large garden and enjoy a hearty meal.

K8

The Fishbourne: Set yards from the waterside and sat on the walking route between Ryde and Cowes where you take in the ruins of Quarr Abbey.

Local produce is key with seasonal dishes and daily changing specials.

K6

The Pointer Inn: A favourite with walkers, a walk around here can take in Borthwood, Alverstone and the pretty town of Newchurch. Offering home cooked food using predominantly local produce, plus a sunny beer garden.

J9

The Folly Inn: A walk along the River Medina from Newport Harbour takes you to The Folly in Whippingham. The pub attracts a number of yachts and motorboats and is a great place to stop and refuel.

N6

The Culver Haven Inn: This pub has some of the best views on the Island. Set atop of Culver Cliff, there are far reaching views to Bembridge and Ryde as well as Sandown and Shanklin. Bag a table by the window and you will be there all day.

L3

The Spyglass Inn: The Spyglass is popular for its food and live music, but above all, its location. Set right on the beach at Ventnor, you can while away the hours on the sun terrace just watch out for high breaking waves!

H9

The Woodvale: Gurnard is one of the best spots to enjoy an Isle of Wight sunset. Set just back from the water, backdropped by a row of pretty beach huts, you can watch the sun go down with a glass of something nice.

L5

The Waterfront: Enjoy far reaching views across the English Channel from the outdoor terrace in Shanklin.

A free house offering a wide selection of ales, lagers, wines and spirits, together with a straightforward, homely menu.

N8

The Old Fort Inn: Sit and watch the boats bobbing along at Seaview. If the sun is shining, then make the most of its outdoor seating area. The menu includes homemade specials, all made more tasty by the proximity to the water.

visitisleofwight.co.uk

visitisleofwight.co.uk

visitisleofwight.co.uk

For more information on pubs and places to eat and drink on the Isle of Wight go to visitisleofwight.co.uk

WALKERS

DOG FRIENDLY

visitisleofwight.co.uk

PUBS FOR

BOUTIQUE

THE FAMILY

BARS

For more family-friendly pubs head to visitisleofwight.co.uk

Find loads of boutique bars on visitisleofwight.co.uk

L5

Fisherman’s Cottage: Kids will love the safe, sandy beach right in front of this unique thatched pub, situated at the foot of Shanklin Chine. Enjoy beautiful views across the English Channel, relax and unwind. Don’t forget your bucket and spade!

F7

The Horse & Groom: You might not be able to peel the kids away from ‘The Paddock” at The Horse & Groom in Ningwood - complete with a bouncy castle, football, crazy golf, tyre trails and loads more, they will never want to leave.

M6

The Bugle Inn: An excellent mixture of entertainment, food and drink awaits at The Bugle in Brading. Children will be kept amused with the large outdoor play park and enjoy their own menu packed with tasty (and healthy) dishes.

K6

The Dairyman’s Daughter: Sitting at the heart of Arreton Barns, the Island’s largest centre for arts and crafts, so families are well catered for with a penny arcade, craft workshops and a tasty selection of homecooked food.

i10

The Lifeboat Inn: Watch the boats bobbing and sailing by from the terrace at The Lifeboat Inn sitting above East Cowes Marina. Treat the kids to a tasty treat off the menu with healthy options that parents will love.

visitisleofwight.co.uk

M8

The Wight Rock Bar: If live music is your thing then The Wight Rock Bar in Ryde is a must-visit. Playing current rock to 60’s swing, comedy and burlesque. This cellar bar is quirky and located right in the heart of Ryde.

M8

The Blacksheep Bar: A stylish café bar in Ryde with a lively and vibrant atmosphere.

By day a relaxed café bar and by night, a popular club where you can enjoy killer cocktails and the best music and fun around the town!

L3

The Ale & Oyster: Located on Ventnor Esplanade with wonderful views across Ventnor Bay. Bridging the gap between pub and wine bar, here you can relax and enjoy a selection of real ales, lagers, fine wines and non-alcoholic drinks.

M8

Coburgs: Once visited by Queen Victoria and her royal entourage, this Ryde venue boasts a late-licence front bar and a large music venue & bar.

With live music every week, big name bands, DJ sets and comedy nights.

i7

The Wren’s Nest: Situated in Newport, with BT Sports, real ale and great atmosphere.

Watch out for the themed nights, or just enjoy a drink or two. If the sun is shining, then the courtyard garden is a real sun trap.

visitisleofwight.co.uk