With a quick journey on a connecting bus from Portsmouth & Southsea train station (or a short walk along the seafront from the harbour) you get to the Hovertravel terminal in Southsea. Their 10 minute “flight” across the solent will bring you in to Ryde where you can bus to the Festival. Book online now.
How do I get back to Isle of Wight Festival?
Ferry port shuttle buses will operate from around 8am through until 4am Thursday to Monday. The last buses will be at midday on Monday. There are also regular service buses that will bring to Newport where you can walk up to the Festival or catch a shuttle to the Festival campsites.
What time can you enter Isle of Wight Festival?
The Car Park gates open from 0600 on Thursday 15th September. Regular camping is freely available to everyone with a weekend festival ticket, no reservations required. The options below and in the Boutique Camping page are optional extras that need booking or reserving.
What time are the fireworks at the Isle of Wight festival?
There will be stalls in the hall, food stalls outside, DJ and the bar will be open all night with fireworks at 7.30pm. It’s free entry but donations are welcome.
Can you take alcohol into Isle of Wight Festival?
The festival’s terms and conditions state: “Alcohol, food, cans and bottles are permitted in the campsite ONLY. No water, soft drinks, alcohol or food is to be brought into the festival site. Empty, reusable, drinking bottles and/or cups (up to 600ml), however, are permitted.”
How easy is it to get around the Isle of Wight without a car?
Can you get around the Isle of Wight without a car? The short answer is yes, you can get around the Isle of Wight without a car. However, I would say it’s a lot easier if you stay in the East Wight (Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin), or possibly in Newport.
Which ferry port is closest to Isle of Wight Festival?
Portsmouth
Travelling to Isle of Wight Festival by car
Our Portsmouth Car Ferry Port is easily accessed from the UK motorway network and our comfortable ferry will get you across to Fishbourne in just 45 minutes. If you’re coming from the West, you may find our Lymington to Yarmouth car ferry suits you better.
What is the best month to go to the Isle of Wight?
Isle of Wight weather
Generally speaking, if you’re wanting to have the warmest weather, you should consider visiting from the beginning of June to the end of September. These are known for being the best months weather-wise and they typically have the least rainfall too.
Can you take food and drink into IOW Festival?
NO water, soft drinks, alcohol or food to be brought into the Festival Site. EMPTY, reusable, drinking bottles and/or cups (up to 600ml) are permitted. e. Cooking in the Campsite will be permitted on camping gas stoves (gas canisters up to 300g only) and disposable BBQs ONLY in designated areas.
What should you not miss on the Isle of Wight?
Top 10 things to do on the Isle of Wight
- Dinosaur Isle, Sandown.
- Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth.
- Osborne House Queen Victoria’s country home, Cowes.
- The Needles, Alum Bay.
- Monkey Haven, Newport.
- Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Ryde.
- Hovertravel, Ryde.
- Carisbrooke Castle, Newport.
Is the Isle of Wight festival 2022 cashless?
CASHLESS. All bars and food traders at the Isle of Wight Festival 2022 will be accepting cashless payments only. You can use debit/credit cards or apps on your phone, such as Google Pay and Apple Pay. Market traders will accept a mixture of cash & card.
How much does it cost to get into the Isle of Wight festival?
We have shown the prices including fees: Weekend tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2023: £215 (£230 including fees) Weekend teen tickets for 13-17 year olds: £190 (£205 including fees) Weekend student tickets: £190 (£205 including fees)
Who is headlining at IOW festival?
Announcing Pulp, George Ezra, The Chemical Brothers and Robbie Williams as 2023 Isle of Wight Festival headliners.
How much is a pint of lager in Isle of Wight?
about £5
From memory prices on the Island are about the same as the mainland, so about £5 for a pint of basic lager, more if you opt for a “premium” lager such as Estrella. Wine is more difficult as that will be based on the cost of the bottle.
Do you need wellies for Isle of Wight Festival?
Summer clothes – check out my cheap festival fashion tips for inspiration. And winter clothes – however sunny the day starts off, it could all change by the afternoon, especially on a little island. What is this? Comfy wellies – check the weather beforehand but you definitely need some wellies on standby.
Can I take water into the Isle of Wight festival?
Alcohol, food, cans & bottles are permitted in the Campsite only. d. NO water, soft drinks, alcohol or food to be brought into the Festival Site.
How many days are enough for Isle of Wight?
three days
There’s so much to do in three days on the Isle of Wight, and it’s all so close together. To drive, the island is only an hour across, and it’s only 30 minutes top to bottom. You can see and do a lot in a short amount of time. Good, because there’s lots to do!
What is the easiest way to get to the Isle of Wight?
Getting To Isle of Wight
- Ferries. There are up to 200 Isle of Wight ferry crossings a day operating from Portsmouth, Southampton and Lymington.
- Trains. There are excellent rail connections to all the major ferry ports, providing fast access to the Isle of Wight from across the UK.
- Coaches.
- Flights.
Is one day enough for Isle of Wight?
While you could stay for a weekend or longer, the quick trains from London and great local bus services mean you’ll certainly see plenty in a day. You’ll no doubt feel inspired to take another Isle of Wight day trip in the future!
How often do the ferries run from Portsmouth to the Isle of Wight?
The Portsmouth Harbour Ryde ferry route connects England with Isle of Wight. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Wightlink. The crossing operates up to 12 times each day with sailing durations from around 22 minutes.
Where is ferry from Portsmouth to Isle of Wight?
Portsmouth Harbour – Ryde Pier Head
If you’re travelling on foot, Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde Pier Head is our quickest route, crossing the waters between the Isle of Wight and mainland in just 22 minutes.