Shanklin Chine
Overview
Part of Britain's national heritage, this scenic gorge at Shanklin is a magical world of unique beauty and a haven for rare plants and wildlife. A path winds through the ravine with overhanging trees, ferns and other flora covering the steep sides. Part of the WWII P.L.U.T.O. pipeline can be seen in the Chine, with a permanent exhibition house in the Heritage Centre.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open Easter-Sep and Oct half term, 10am-10pm. Light/illuminations from June 7pm
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
About the area
Small and intimate – at just 23 miles by 13 miles, the Isle of Wight is a popular holiday destination; with its mild climate, long hours of sunshine and colourful architecture, it has something of a continental flavour. Visitors can walk along the island’s varied coastline using the well-established Coast Path or step back in time to explore the island’s history at some of the forts and castles.
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Nearby places to stay
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Hotel
The Brunswick Hotel
★★★
"Enjoys a very good location overlooking the bay and further afield...."
- En-suite rooms:
- Family rooms:
Self-Catering
Luccombe Villa
★★★★
"Nine apartments benefitting from an outdoor pool and easy access to the beach...."
- Total units: 9
- Lawn area
- Garden furniture
- BBQ on site
Nearby places to stay
The Brunswick Hotel
The Brunswick Hotel sits atop of Shanklin Beach and guests can enjoy calming sea views from the public areas and some selected bedrooms. The ivy clad frontage is a welcoming feature tog...
★★★ Rating
Luccombe Villa
Luccombe Villa occupies a quiet position just a short stroll from the Old Village and steps to sandy beaches and waterfront pubs and is located on the famous coastal path. The 9 apartme...
★★★★ Rating
The Osborne Hotel
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Ocean View Hotel
The Ocean View is a charming, well-appointed hotel, situated in a premier location with an idyllic seaside position just a pebble's throw away from Shanklin Beach. With a number of spac...
★★★ Rating
Swiss Cottage
The Swiss Cottage is a guest house in the heart of Shanklin with its own parking, providing high standards of hospitality and. It has been given a tasteful modern facelift to provide su...
★★★★ Rating
Snowdon House
Once a Victorian gentleman’s residence and hotel, the Snowdon House has been a family-run guesthouse since 2005. Located only 100 metres from a spectacular cliff walk with views of Sand...
★★★★ Rating
Villa Mentone Hotel
Villa Mentone Hotel sits on top of Shanklin promenade cliff, and has magnificent panoramic views facing the Sandown Bay. Walk 400 metres to the sea or take the renovated 'Shanklin Lift'...
Quality Assessed
The Channel View Hotel
An elevated cliff-top location overlooking Shanklin Bay, Channel View Hotel sits in an enviable location to enjoy the many amenities that Shanklin Seafront has to offer. Several rooms e...
★★★ Rating

