Shanklin on the Isle of Wight is a popular UK holiday destination and is famous for its all year round sunshine and fantastic shallow sandy beaches which have won many awards for the quality of water. It has one of the safest and cleanest beaches on the island, which makes it a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts. It’s also well-known for its manifold attractions that are worth visiting when planning your Isle of Wight holiday. There are plenty of Shanklin hotels and guest houses on offer so you can find something suitable for your holiday. Take a look at some more activities you can do on the Isle of Wight and in Shanklin in particular.
Pubs
It’s believed that the island has a pub for every square mile it occupies so you can find plenty of opportunities for refreshment. There’s a vast array of hostelries to choose from with their own atmosphere and character. All pubs located on the Isle of Wight range from quaint village public houses once used by smugglers to upmarket bars serving top quality wine and cocktails. So you always have a choice to visit one of the best restaurants at Shanklin hotels or opt for pubs to whet your appetite.
Golf courses
Golf is a popular sport on the Isle of Wight and can be enjoyed by the whole family. Be it a 9 hole pitch or a championship course, the island has it all to make your game an unforgettable one. Whichever course you choose, you can enjoy the island’s trademark views and beautiful weather. Staying at Shanklin hotels can bring you a number of benefits including golf clubs, recognised for their natural beauty, spectacular views and challenging qualities. There are some strong slopes and gradients with gorse, tree and shrub lined fairways, making accurate driving and careful club selection essential for successful scores. After a round or two you can sit back, have a drink and enjoy the atmosphere of the spacious clubhouse, offering full catering and dining facilities.
Beaches
The Isle of Wight boasts 14 award winning beaches, the three of which are blue flag winners awarded by the Foundation for Environmental Education. Shanklin beaches are very popular with families due to their golden sands and great facilities so if you’re staying at one of the Shanklin hotels don’t miss the opportunity to have a stroll on the beach. At Shanklin you can also find a shallow sloping beach which is safe for bathing. Although it’s a smaller beach as compared to other Isle of Wight beaches, Shanklin still provides a lot of great facilities catering for all tastes from the pitch and putt to peddle boats. There are also car parks and public toilets available next to the pitch and putt.
Shanklin offers a wide range of accommodation suitable for both short breaks and weekly holidays, catering for everybody, including tourist groups, families and individuals. When planning your holiday on the Isle of Wight, make sure you have booked one of the Shanklin hotels so you can explore the island at your leisure.
Shanklin Hotel Clarendon Road Shanklin Isle of Wight PO37 6DP
Tel: +44 (0)1983 862286 Fax: +44 (0)1983 865533 Email: info@shanklinhotel.co.uk