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Expanding the mind is a great way to enjoy your holiday and what better way than learning a new skill or craft.

The Isle of Wight offers lots of opportunities to expand your horizons, quite literally with an arts course in Freshwater Bay.

Or you could try your hand at mosaics with a residential course in Shanklin.

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Then there is Quay Arts, the Isle of Wight’s riverside arts centre which offers a number of art courses for all ages as well as staging exhibitions and concerts (and they have a fab waterfront café).

Of course, learning is not all about the arts so why not visit one of the Island’s “big beast” attractions and find out more about the Island’s past.

Osborne House, the Italianate villa built by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria is packed with incredible paintings, furniture and a sense of the Victorian era. Check out The Swiss Cottage and the gorgeous grounds with a fascinating tree trail to entertain the children.

Or head over to Carisbrooke Castle, the Norman fortification which latterly housed King Charles I prior to his execution. This stunning castle has its own museum with fabulous paintings and artefacts and you can walk the walls and grounds.

The National Trust owns large tracts of the Isle of Wight and if you want to explore the natural wonder of the Island, check out their sites.

Whatever you choose, be sure the Isle of Wight is a wonderful place to open your mind.

Kick-start your wellness with our list below.

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Isle of Wight Pearl

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BRIGHSTONE

‘Beautiful pearls, lovely café with homemade food and sea views, pick-a-pearl experiences, masterclasses and more!’

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Quay Arts

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Arts Centre

NEWPORT

The Quay Arts Centre is the Isle of Wight’s leading art gallery and venue for live arts events. It is situated in a converted 19th Century brewery warehouse complex located at the head of the River Medina in the centre of Newport. The complex was…

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Race the Train @ Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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Heritage & History

HAVENSTREET

A running event with a difference. Can you complete the 5km run between Wootton and Havenstreet faster than our steam train? Whether you're a seasoned runner, a parkrun plodder, or an active family, this promises to be an event to remember.
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The Grange B&B (Shanklin)

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Guest House

SHANKLIN

Nestled in the heart of Shanklin's Old Village, and only a couple of minutes from its long, sandy beach, The Grange is the perfect retreat from the hectic pace of modern living.

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
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- 4 AA Stars Guest Accommodation
Carisbrooke Castle Museum

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NEWPORT

Carisbrooke Castle Museum is the only public museum in the UK founded by a member of the Royal family.

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
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Nettlecombe Farm

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Self-Catering

WHITWELL

Award-winning, dog friendly, luxurious self-catering cottages, sleeping between 3-10, fishing lakes, unique farm feeding tours, free car charging and discounted ferries, we guarantee your family the holiday of a lifetime.
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- 4 Visit England Stars Self Catering

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The Needles Landmark Attraction
Sandham Gardens
Sandham Gardens
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
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From challenging coastal walks to beautiful short walking routes the Isle of Wight is perfect for relaxing walking holidays!

Luccombe Manor
Luccombe Manor
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Luccombe Hall Hotel
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The Wight
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Ferry discounts with accommodation

Isle of Wight Walking Festival
Isle of Wight Walking Festival
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The iconic Isle of Wight Festival attracts some of the biggest rock acts on the planet!
Royal Isle of Wight County Show
Royal Isle of Wight County Show
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There's nothing quite like Cowes Week; the oldest and largest annual sailing regatta in the World.

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Ferry discounts with accommodation
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