For breathtaking scenery and olde-world charm, it's hard to beat Shanklin - a town beloved of Keats and Henry Longfellow. Located at the southern end of Sandown Bay, it boasts views over the English Channel and across the bay to the stunning white cliffs of Culver and Yaverland. With Dunnose Point rising majestically behind it, Shanklin beach is an idyllic spot for sunbathers and swimmers. At the seafront there is crazy golf, pitch and putt and a discreet number of children's entertainments. Those in search of big amusement centres are just next door to Shanklin's sister town, the bustling Sandown. A lift takes visitors from the beach to the clifftop, where they are on a level with the main shopping streets. However, it's Old Shanklin Village that really captures the imagination with its narrow road winding through clusters of thatched cottages, pubs, tearooms and curiosity shops. Here, visitors may enter Shanklin Cline, a historic gorge whose pathway leads past waterfalls, woodland and gardens as it descends 109 feet to the beach. Shanklin has cricketing traditions, and it's a great base for walkers. The coastal path to Luccombe is popular, and Shanklin and Wroxall Downs give astonishing views over the island.
Attraction
Camping
Lower Hyde Holiday Park
Ninham Country Holidays
Cottage
Dentist
Doctor
Estate Agent
Holiday Park
Landguard Holiday Park
Lower Hyde Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
Crab Inn
Falcon (The)
Fishermans Cottage
Long Shoreman Inn
Plough & Barleycorn
Village Inn
Restaurant
Black Cat Restaurant
Bourne Hall Country Hotel
Dragon Pearl Chinese Restaurant
Jasmine Indian Restaurant
Pavarotti’s Restaurant
Pendleton’s Restaurant
School
Shanklin C of E Primary School
Solicitor
Taxi
A Cabs
Clares Cabs
Day Cab
Domino Cabs
Wight Cabs
Theatre
Vet
Sports Clubs
Shanklin CC (Cricket)
Shanklin Sailing Club (Sailing)
Shops
All Seasons
The Italian Touch
Pets Paradise
Shanklin Pet Stores
Regent Pharmacy
Hazel Smith
Ketas Gallery
The Shanklin Gallery
Pencil Cottage Tea Garden
Small Talk Tearoom
Poppins
The Lazy Waves Cafe
Tumblers Cafe
Laburnum Cottage Tearooms & Garden
Alexanders
Grace's Bakery
The Rock Shop
Dolly Varden
Piggy Wiggies
Fossil Cavern
Pring & Wheeler Ltd
Pencil Cottage Gifts
Suzannas Craft & Gift Shop
The Beach Hut
Grange Gifts
Old Village Gifts
Cottage Crafts
The Village Idiot
Ceramic Crafts Ltd
Hancocks Fishmongers
The Sports Shop
Antiques
Shanklin Antiques
Taffeta Antiques
Coach House Antiques Shanklin
Victoria Avenue Antiques
Places to Stay near Shanklin
The Grange (0.02 miles)
The Grange is the perfect retreat from the hectic pace of modern life. Set within natures' beauty. Nestled in the heart of Shanklin's Old Village & moments from the long sandy ... More
Daish's Hotel (0.05 miles)
Daish's Hotel was originally built in the late 18th Century as the coaching inn for Shanklin. It was developed during the 19th Century to produce the elegant Victorian hotel that now stands in its own ... More | visit website
The Birkdale (0.09 miles)
Old Shanklin Guest House (0.09 miles)
Melbourne-Ardenlea Hotel (0.14 miles)
The Melbourne Ardenlea Hotel is located on a quiet road only 5 minutes walk from the beach next to the old thatched Village, close to the ever increasing shopping centre. The ... More
Victoria Lodge Hotel (0.15 miles)
The Victoria Lodge Hotel is situated in a beautiful and peaceful area of Shanklin, close to all amenities. A few minutes walk will take you to Keats Green, Beaches, Town, and the picturesque Old Village. The ... More | visit website
Luccombe Manor Country House Hotel (0.19 miles)
Luccombe Manor Country House Hotel is a stunningly located coastal hotel in the Isle of Wight. This beautiful hotel in Shanklin stands in an elevated position on the cliff top and boasts the most magnificent ... More | visit website
Belmont Hotel (0.20 miles)
The Belmont is an imposing former Victorian gentleman's residence, known for our warm welcome, friendly efficient service, and relaxing atmosphere. Standing in mature grounds, The Belmont offers superior accommodation in elegant surroundings, ideally located a short stroll to ... More | visit website
Marlborough Hotel (0.20 miles)
The Marlborough Hotel is a cosy hotel located in the very heart of Shanklin where old and new combine to create the perfect holiday destination . For your improved comfort and convenience the hotel is ... More | visit website
Medehamstede Hotel (0.23 miles)
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