Location: Isle of Wight
Top Things to do in Isle of Wight
9 Farms in Isle of Wight That You Shouldn't Miss
The Isle of Wight is the perfect place to enjoy some peace, quiet and natural beauty. Except perhaps in the summer, when the Isle of Wight Festival draws visitors from all over the world. In 1970, the Festival was the largest rock-music event ever held. It was called Britain's Woodstock and featured Jimi Hendrix and The Who. (Not so much peace or quiet that week.) The island is also known for its world-famous sailing and lovely resorts, where people have been vacationing since Victorian times.
Restaurants in Isle of Wight
1. Bodster
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Bodster Equine Assisted Learning Centre is run to work with young people and adults with complex needs such as Autism, Aspergers and Downs - in a supervised horse environment. Horses are the main focus of activities at our learning centre on the Isle of Wight. This can vary from looking at how to approach a horse safely to grooming or leading a horse through an obstacle course. There is no riding involved. By working with horses on the ground and developing skills which enable communication between people and horses learners can become more self-aware and then transfer this learning to other situations.Our aim is to raise aspirations and ambition and to nurture skills and attributes needed for personal fulfilment and to make a positive contribution to the community and society.Bodster has been set up by Jo and Giles Boddington, qualified teachers and Jo is an experienced Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator. We are experienced in working with people from 6 years to 90 years and with learning difficulties and so can cater for everyone’s needs.Our prices are for a two hour experience and this includes everything you need, equipment, instruction, public liability insurance, health and safety briefing and refreshments. We can take groups of up to 8 people at a time.£30 for adults aged 17 years and over and £25 for children aged 6-16.Discounted Prices available for learners with Learning Difficulties-
2. The Isle of Wight Deer Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
The Isle of Wight Deer Farm spans an impressive 334 Acres of beautiful countryside in the heart of the Isle of Wight. The farm already holds 145 Red Deer and 61 Fallow Deer – which, whilst in the middle of birthing period – this is ever growing. Walking-Guided and Driven-Guided tours are available around the farm, for all ages to enjoy this area of natural beauty.
Reviewed By lorrainemurton - Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
wow what a treat ....took my autistic grandson and juan was fantastic .... made the trip fun and person centred .....the stag comes up to the fench close with apples so you can get great pictures....well worth the trip we are still buzzing ... cant wait to go again
3. Warren Farm
4. The Garlic Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,311 reviews
The Garlic Farm is all about garlic...We've been growing garlic on the Isle of Wight for over 30 years now and are the UK's largest specialist garlic grower. We are proud of our exceptional quality garlic which is renowned for its flavour, keeping quality and beauty. We also travel the world to find the best quality garlic varieties to offer our customers. We sell our garlic through our farm shop, farmers' markets, our website and through specialist food retailers across the UK including farm shops and delicatessens. We welcome visitors to our beautiful farm in the Arreton Valley. We offer free entry, free tastings, farm shop, garlic restaurant, education room, farm walks, farm animals, children's play area and access to farm land. We aim to educate our customers all about garlic, amazing flavours and a natural, rural farm experience for adults and children.
Reviewed By H8807AXrichardb
great walk around the farm, shop in nice and big and there is a tasting room (try before you buy) and theres a educational area as well, worth a visit
5. West Wight Alpacas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 546 reviews
We are an open farm park where you can trek with alpacas and llamas and see all sorts of other farm animals. We have an excellent on farm cafe/bistro and are open seven days a week.
Reviewed By megannicholas9 - Greater London, United Kingdom
Fantastic day out, we went to the Isle of Wight in December not realising every single attraction would be closed! Luckily we stumbled across this fantastic farm with a pleasant little cafe and shop, we interacted with all of the animals and fed them, after a quick drink and home-made cake at the cafe we had our alpaca walk which was muddy but fun! Our hosts were fantastic and I came away with endless knowledge about this animal, we even finished the day purchasing a beautiful pair of alpaca socks from the shop, wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this place, it saved us from having a very empty day!
6. Tapnell Farm Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 836 reviews
Tapnell Farm Park is an award winning, all-weather family attraction on the Isle of Wight. Formerly one of the Isle of Wight's largest dairy farms, Tapnell Farm Park now plays host to a whole range of animals, including Wallabies, Meerkats, Donkeys, Goats and more! It also has loads of indoor and outdoor activities for families, including a large Play Barn, Jumping Pillow, Pedal Go Karts, and a Straw Bale Adventure Barn.
Reviewed By KateH1579
We live on the island and had never ventured down to Tapnell. Having some family here we decided to finally check it out. I was anticipating your average farm but it was so much more than that. From the indoor play barn suitable for all ages, with zip lines, trampolines, climbing walls, slides and go karts to all the wonderful animals you can pet (we saw pigs, goats, guinea pigs, rabbits, aplacas, wallabies & meerkats). Then you have the brilliant outdoor play area with the bouncing pillows! My 4 year old spent ages on the pillows and absolutely loved it and since we left has asked daily if we can go back! We went during the “covid” period so the indoor play barn was shut but that didn’t bother us, they’re currently doing online booking only and it’s for 3 hour slots in morning or afternoon, I found that plenty of time as after 3 hours I was exhausted! I would absolutely recommend this place if you’re visiting the island or even if you live here like us!
7. Briddlesford Lodge Farm Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
A treasure trove of the best Isle of Wight produce. Including the award winning milk, cream and cheese made on the farm, it also has a fantastic meat counter with Isle of Wight beef and lamb, also look out for the highly sort after rose veal. Friendly staff can guide you through the extensive produce. There is access to the hop kilns heritage centre which takes a look at the history of the farm from 1923 to the present day!
Reviewed By cosmicgnostic
Briddlesford farm shop has three main buildings, a restaurant/cafe with live music events, a farm shop with a wide variety of local produce, plants, household goods, gifts, and there is also a heritage building with information on the history of the local farm, it's a good environment to sit and chill or to help your kiddos with farm-related school projects. Along with farmyards and private cottages. There is also a barn where the young Guernsey calves are kept in the warm, they are adorable, friendly and there are educational signs located to teach your more about farming. It is a really nice location to sit and have food and drink with friends or family. There are also music events held here. There are longer walks close by as well as an antique shop a short drive down the main road. I personally live local and so shop frequently for the local hospitality, I generally buy my Guernsey milk, my scones, vegetarian pies and have a good chat with the staff who are all friendly and great.
8. Sharon Orchard
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 59 reviews
9. The Green Barn - Isle of Wight Dairy Goats
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 15 reviews
The Green Barn - Isle of Wight Dairy Goats, is a family run Dairy Goat Farm, producing a range of fresh, artisan Goats Milk Produce. Our selection of Cheese and other products are made fresh, by us, at The Green Barn. In addition to our produce, we also offer a wide variety of Craftwork, Antique Prints, Gardinalia - and much more - PLUS - See the Goats for free!
Reviewed By darkdave25 - Kettering, United Kingdom
We popped in on our way back to the ferry port after a scorching week of camping, and were delighted to be greeted by the lovely goats who were happy for us to say hello and take their picture. They’re obviously very used to meeting people! Inside we found the fudge that we’d heard so much about, as well as some great cheeses. We bought some of both (we’re trying to be good and make the fudge last, but our willpower isn’t that strong) and can testify that their reputation is well warranted - it’s all delicious! Would have liked to have stopped for a cup of tea and some cake but we were short of time, so we’ll definitely have to come back. Had a nice chat with the owner who was extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and picked up some great tips on kefir. Worth another visit!
