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The quintessential bucket and spade seaside resort, Sandown has got a lot going for it. Here you will find stunning golden sandy beaches, beachside eateries and loads of attractions to keep the family entertained. Home to the Wild Heart Animal Sanctuary, Dinosaur Isle, as well as Sandown Pier, to name a few.
Yaverland Beach is said to be one of the best on the Island. Here you will see, and be able to take part in, a variety of watersports which take place in the warmer months. Choose from activities such as jet skiing to paddleboarding. For those who want to take in the breathtaking views, take a walk up Culver Down, then why not enjoy a pint in the pub at the top - you’ll have earned it!
The wide sandy beach at Sandown is one of the finest in the UK. Framed by the bright white cliffs of Culver Down to the north and the red cliffs of Luccombe to the far south.
This traditional seafront includes an amusement pier, with adventure golf, bowling, arcade games, bumper cars, and so much more!
Getting to Sandown could not be easier, it’s accessible by car, bus or the Islandline train station, which connects the town to Ryde. The Esplanade is perfect for strolling and stretches as far as its sister resort of Shanklin. The High Street and Esplanade have an array of gift shops, cafes, bars and restaurants - you’ll be spoilt for choice.
You might want to enjoy Los Altos Park, a large recreation ground with vast amounts of green space. This park is perfect for a picnic and a game of family football. Walkers will love the cliff walk from Sandown towards Lake and Shanklin. This starts in the Old Battery gardens, which have amazing panoramic views over Sandown Bay. As well as a refurbished children's play area.
There is also a dedicated cycle path that starts at Sandown. The cycle path then extends all the way to Cowes via Newport for a safe family cycle ride.
Visit the local website for Sandown and the bay area, including Lake, Yaverland and Brading, for up-to-date information and news about visiting Sandown on the Isle of Wight.
Southern Vectis bus routes 2, 3 and 8 serve Sandown on their way between Newport and Ryde. Local route 24 covers other areas linking Yaverland to Shanklin. In the Summer, the open-top bus "Downs Breezer" and the tourist service "Island Coaster" serve Sandown.
Sandown is served by Sandown Railway Station on the Island Line Railway with direct connection to the Wightlink Ferry at Ryde Pier Head and stops at Ryde, Smallbrook, Sandown, Lake and Shanklin.