Things To Do

Ventnor Tennis Club is situated in the shadow of St. Boniface Downs. There are 4 hard courts, 1 pair of courts and 2 single courts.

Studio Delma is a decorative arts and surface finishes studio founded by artist India Delma Allin, based in Whitwell, near Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

A well equipped playground with pretty views over fields.

Come chill on a Sunday Afternoon with DJ Gary C at Ventnor Exchange on the Isle of Wight.

HM Coastguard Rescue Team covering rope, mud, water and search & rescue, based in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

Writers are invited to share their work to test new writing and gain feedback in a supportive environment.

Kids Colouring Club every Saturday at Ventnor Library on the Isle of Wight. FREE fun for all the family.

Flowers Brook Meadow in Ventnor, Isle of Wight, is a place to stop, listen and breathe. And enjoy a stroll or a picnic (or both!).

Do this 2.5 mile walk in Springtime. Every year hundred of thousands of bluebells carpet the open ground on Wroxall Downs on the Isle of Wight. It's a magnificent sight.

Thursday afternoon community cafe at Wroxall Methodist Church on the Isle of Wight.

Ben has been writing songs for over 15 years and you may have even seen him perform on the Island in recent years. He lives in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

Ventnor Carnival is a Committee Run Association which has been running for 136 years (2025) on the Isle of Wight.

Isle of Wight Open Studios is an annual event during which local artists share their work with the world - expanding upon the diverse ecosystem of artistic talent that already exists here on the Island.

Edward Edwards Community Library in Niton on the Isle of Wight. Offering much more than books.

If you enjoy fishing then you should take advantage of our three lakes. These man-made but now wholly naturalised lakes cover an area of one and a half acres.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust's nature reserve at St Lawrence Undercliff Woods.

Mick Davis lives in Ventnor and is available to hire for events across the Isle of Wight. He performs Soul, Contemporary and Dance songs.

Come and try Tap Dancing every Wednesday morning at Niton Village Hall on the Isle of Wight.

We brighten up your town! Ventnor Enhancement Fund was created as a charity in 2006 to add those small embellishments to the town that official bodies do not provide.

One of the Isle of Wight's oldest pubs, The Buddle in Niton offers a cosy and olde world feel inside, and sparkling sea views outside. SERVING FOOD 7 DAYS A WEEK.

Rew Valley Sports Centre

A 3.5 mile walk around the southern-most tip of the Isle of Wight that takes in sweeping views of the Island.

Come and join others for a game or two of Mahjong at Niton Library on the Isle of Wight.

Pete ‘Stokey’ Woodall is one of the world’s most respected ocean racing teachers, specialising in Astro Navigation, Weather, Crew Training, and Ocean Rowing. He also offers RYA Ocean Yachtmaster online courses.

Indoor short mat bowls at Niton Village Hall on the Isle of Wight.

Pretty gardens with a stunning sea view.

Welcome to our beautifully functional homestead, nestled in Niton on the Isle of Wight, where we offer a practical permaculture experience.

VENTNOR HERITAGE CENTRE: Time Travel Ventnor is a heritage trail around beautiful Ventnor with fun challenges for children.

The Ventnor Pirate Festival is a 4 day event on the Isle of Wight, held during Ventnor's Carnival Week in August.

Sue Lowday is a contemporary leather and metal worker, handcrafting exquisite leather bags, wallets, belts and other goods in Bonchurch near Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. Also Jewellery / Metalsmithing and Leatherwork courses.

Boat trips departing from Ventnor Haven, heading west along the Isle of Wight south coast, towards the iconic St Catherine's Lighthouse. One-hour trips available daily.

Relax and sketch anything that takes your fancy with our fortnightly morning art group at Ventnor Exchange on the Isle of Wight.

A relatively easy walk, that is exhilarating at all times of the year, with a winter bonus of sunsets over the English Channel.

A small and pretty garden with benches and a beautiful sea view, located adjacent to the Old 12th Century Church in St Lawrence on the Isle of Wight.

The Annual Duck Race takes place at Flowersbrook in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight on the Saturday of the Easter weekend.

A family friendly cycling and walking trail from Wroxall on the Isle of Wight.

The Wroxall Stream Trail or Link is an 8 mile trail which links the town of Ventnor to the village of Merstone, on the Isle of Wight.

Lucan sings and plays acoustic covers from the 50s to the 00s in his hometown of Ventnor, and all over the Isle of Wight.

Planet Aware, the Isle of Wight's Coastal volunteers, is a community group dedicated to reducing marine plastic, pollution and raising awareness about how our lives impact the ocean.

Ventnor-based jazz guitarist and singer-songwriter Nick Page is a self-taught musician and enjoys playing the Great Standard songs from the likes of Cole Porter and the Gershwins.

A circular walk of 3.75 miles taking in Ventnor Park, some woodland in St Lawrence, and the old Ventnor West railway station.

A 1.5 mile walk from the village of St Lawrence to the White Horse pub in Whitwell.

1st Wroxall Scout Group has two sections - Cubs and Scouts - for 8 to 14 year olds on the Isle of Wight.

A community based communal workplace in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight for everyone aged 18+.

Enjoy far-reaching views of the downs and the English Channel, as well as a rich blend of wildlife, on this short but challenging National Trust walk near Ventnor.

Wight Stitch Craft - Sadie makes handmade crocheted items from her cottage in Whitwell, on the Isle of Wight. She also offers group and 1-2-1 crochet lessons.

The Mill Bay Pub, located in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, has been holding charity quiz nights for years, and has raised £000s for local charities & local groups.

Established in 1987, the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary in Wroxall provides a home to donkeys that are homeless, abandoned, or in need. FREE ENTRY 7 DAYS A WEEK. Volunteering opportunities.

Based in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, 44 Gallery’s mission is to support and promote local artists.

This walks of approximately 2.4 miles is a much gentler way up to Ventnor Downs to see the bluebells and the goats.

For anyone who plays badminton on the Isle of Wight. League and non league players.

Community skatepark open 24 hours.

Ashley Park is a small, park-like area in Hambrough Road, Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, which overlooks the sea and Ventnor Cascade.

This is a flat, paved 4.5 mile walk from Ventnor, along Undercliff Drive to St Lawrence and back again, suitable for all weathers

The oldest Bowling Club on the Island, Ventnor Bowling Club is situated just above the town of Ventnor, approximately 330 feet above sea level, and about half a mile from the sea front. It is also the only club on the Island with its own full length indoor rink.

Ventnor Heritage Museum is the home of Ventnor & District Local History Society on the Isle of Wight, which collects and preserves stories and pictures of Ventnor and the surrounding villages to share with local people and wider communities.

Parsons Popculture is a hobby shop specialising in card games and card game events. Based in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. Putting players first.

RAF St. Lawrence was constructed during WWII, and is located on the coast about two miles west of Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

Ventnor's carnival tradition dates back almost 140 years and is a spectacular annual event here on the Isle of Wight.

Come join our monthly Compassion Circle held at Better Days Cafe in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

Ventnor's main beach, with an array of eateries and shops, and dog friendly out of season.

Social Club in Upper Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

A linear walk of about 4.5 miles miles from the town of Ventnor, taking the top cliff path along the Undercliff before dropping down to The Buddle Inn at Niton.

Carnaby Diner is a 60s & 70s themed tea room in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. A lovely retro feel with background music and memorabilia from the era. Eat in or Take Away. Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free options Available. Dog Friendly.

The beach at Watershoot Bay is accessed via a steep and somewhat challenging path, but with dramatic cliff views. Once at the shore, it is shingle with a number of dispersed rocks.

Learn photography for FREE and relax in a safe, friendly, environment. Aimed at 16-25 year olds, the monthly sessions are held at Ventnor Exchange on the Isle of Wight.

A chance to meet with parents and carers of young children and babies, in Wroxall on the Isle of Wight.

The HSBC bar is situated in the centre of Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, and is just a stones throw from a large car park. It is well presented with a very well stocked bar and a wide variety of drinks.

Like all good local establishments we thought it was time for Ventnor Exchange to host a pub quiz !

Monday Zumba classes at Ventnor Baptist Hall on the Isle of Wight

Wroxall roller skating takes place at Stenbury Hall - Wroxall's Community venue - fortnightly on a Friday at 6pm.

Ventnor Fire and Rescue Service operates from Ventnor Fire Station JH78, on the Isle of Wight, and is staffed by volunteers.

Free outdoor gym on the upper level of Ventnor Park.

The Ventnor Carnival Dog Show on the isle of Wight happens every year and is very popular - a favourite in everyone's calendar.

Monthly quiz night at Stenbury Hall in Wroxall on the Isle of Wight.

At Zoom Isle of Wight Bike Hire we offer you a unique way to experience beautiful coastal and countryside experiences by E-bike. We recharge our E-bikes by using sustainable Solar power.

Drift Dance School offers Ballet Inspired Fitness Classes and Tap Dancing Classes for adults at the Baptist Church in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

Borrow eNewspapers, eMagazines, eComics, eBooks, and eAudiobooks for FREE using your Isle of Wight library card membership.

Jamie Woodford is a freelance musician and registered Rockschool drum teacher, based in Whitwell on the Isle of Wight. Students learning with Jamie have a 100% pass rate in Rockschool.

A place to hire kayaks and body boards, at picturesque Steephill Cove and its photogenic array of lobster pots and fishing boats.

An informal group that meets at Ventnor Exchange, for anyone interested in long-form creative writing projects, such as novels, screenplays and plays.

A small but pretty bay in St Lawrence - a beautiful place to feel at one with nature.

Ventnor's unique theatre, craft beer bar and record store. Developing a unique creative community in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

A fun community singing group held fortnightly on Saturdays at the Better Days Cafe in Ventnor.

Niton Tots Playgroup is for anyone with babies and pre-schoolers. Every Friday morning in the hall by the Methodist Church in Niton on the Isle of Wight.

Ventnor Friends of Wight Horticulture is small Charitable Incorporated Organisation based in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight.

Ventnor Skatepark is based on the far eastern end of Ventnor Esplanade. It’s been running since 2001 and is entirely supported by the local community.

A short wheelchair-friendly meander with a glorious view of the English Channel and Ventnor Bay.