Isle of Wight
🍸 Best Bars
The Isle of Wight pub and bar scene is shaped by centuries of maritime history and a fiercely independent local culture. From ancient coaching inns in the island's interior to harbourside pubs in Cowes and clifftop ales in Ventnor, there's real character here. These are the bars worth settling in for an evening.
50 places in Isle of Wight
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Chequers Inn
Bright rooms in an 18th-century property with free Wi-Fi and breakfast, plus a bar and a restaurant.
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Compass Cafe and Bar
Compass Cafe and Bar serves quality drinks and food in Cowes town centre.
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Duke of York
British pub serving Sunday roast, plus simple rooms, and free English breakfast and Wi-Fi.
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High Park Tavern
Classic local pub serving up good times on Marlborough Road.
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High Street Bar Co.
High Street Bar Co. brings craft cocktails and vibrant vibes to Ventnor's heart.
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Highdown Inn
Countryside pub/restaurant with a seafood menu, plus 3 laid-back rooms, a garden and free Wi-Fi.
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Hogshead, Newport
Classic ale house in Newport's historic heart.
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Horse & Groom
Traditional country pub offering warm hospitality and quality refreshment.
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Horseshoe Inn
Horseshoe Inn: your friendly local pub on Newport Road, Cowes.
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Newport Ale House
Newport's favourite local pub for real ales and good company.
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Newport IW Social Club
Newport IW Social Club: Your friendly local hub for drinks and community spirit.
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Pendletons
Casual, venerable restaurant serving classic English cuisine alongside cocktails, beer & wine.
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Portland Inn
Classic waterfront pub with character, perfect for locals and visitors.
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Prince Of Wales
Classic Newport pub with real ale, good company, and island charm.
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Scruffy Jacks
Scruffy Jack's serves quality drinks with unbeatable pier views.
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Shanklin Conservative Club
Shanklin Conservative Club: a welcoming community bar on Palmerston Road.
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Shanklin Old Village
Charming village bar in the heart of historic Shanklin Old Village.
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Simeon Arms
Classic island pub in the heart of Ryde town centre.
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Southern Vectis Social & Sports Club
Southern Vectis Social & Sports Club: Newport's vibrant hub for community fun.
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Strings Bar & Venue
Live music and craft cocktails in Newport's vibrant heart.
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The Ale House Cowes
Restaurant serving innovative and some traditional European dishes, with a daily specials board.
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The Binstead Arms
Classic village pub with a warm welcome and great ale selection.
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The Blenheim
The Blenheim brings vibrant drinks and atmosphere to Ventnor's High Street.
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The Castle Inn
Pub with flagstone floors, oak beams and a hidden staircase to the castle Charles I was held in.
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The Cellar Bar
The Cellar Bar: Sandown's premier underground drinking destination with character and charm.
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The Chine Inn
Welcoming local pub in the heart of Shanklin village.
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The Crispin
A welcoming local bar in Newport's heart, perfect for all occasions.
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The Dairyman's Daughter
Welcoming countryside pub serving great food and local ales.
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The Falcon
Classic pub offering great ales and warm hospitality in Shanklin town centre.
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The Feathers
Classic pub charm in the heart of Great Yarmouth's vibrant market district.
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The Fighting Cocks
Comfort food and real ales in a traditional, bare-beamed pub, plus big garden with kids' play area.
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The George Inn
Classic Isle of Wight pub serving locals and visitors since Victorian times.
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The King Lud Ryde Isle Of Wight
Classic waterfront pub with great views and traditional charm.
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The Lifeboat
Lively, family-friendly pub offering comfort food, drinks & an ample outdoor area with river views.
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The Man In The Moon
Traditional pub grub, real ale and craft beer in a laid-back pub in an old renovated church.
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The Mermaid Bar at the Isle of Wight Distillery
Rural inn with local ales, simple pub grub, outdoor decking, a large play area plus country views.
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The Ocean Deck Bar & Restaurant
Nautical beachside bar/restaurant and terrace, for local fish specials and a Sunday carvery.
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The Old Comical
Classic seaside bar bringing laughter and good times to Sandown since forever.
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The Old Corner Bank
Historic corner bar in Sandown's heart with character and charm.
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The Painters Arms
Classic waterfront pub with charm, character, and great ale selection.
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The Plough & Barleycorn
Traditional ale house offering classic pub charm and community spirit.
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The Spyglass Inn
Casual, bay-view apartments with kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi, plus a buzzy restaurant and bar.
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The Squirrels Rest
Friendly bar nestled in Fairway Holiday Park, perfect for relaxing drinks.
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The Taverners
Quaint pub serving local produce with a menu dependent on what has been caught, foraged or hunted.
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The Tide Mill
Family-friendly venue for breakfast, roasts and pub food classics, with regular quiz nights.
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The Townhouse Bar
Stylish cocktails and craft beers in the heart of Shanklin's High Street.
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The Travellers Joy Isle of Wight
Welcoming pub in Cowes serving drinks and good company.
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The Union Inn
Traditional pub offering 6 relaxed rooms, plus spa treatments and home-cooked meals.
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The Veteran Hotel
Classic seaside pub on Ryde's iconic Esplanade with charm and character.
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The Vine Inn
Classic Isle of Wight pub serving locals and visitors alike.
