Cowes Maritime Museum
This small museum situated in Cowes Library incorporates all aspects of local maritime activity from shipbuilding to sailing.
YHA Isle of Wight Brighstone
Brighstone, Isle of Wight, PO30 4AXOverview
Be energetic or simply relax at YHA Isle of Wight Brighstone. On the Isle of Wight you’re only an hour’s drive from all the island has to offer – walking, cycling, surfing, even checking out dinosaur footprints! This village hostel is a mile from the beach and the chalk downs. We’re open to YHA guests in the school holidays.
Why guests love YHA Isle of Wight Brighstone
Accommodation at YHA Isle of Wight Brighstone
The hostel
There is a selection of dorm beds and private rooms in this 12 bed Youth Hostel.
YHA Isle of Wight Brighstone is only open during the school summer holiday (late July to the end of August).
Bookings are made through YHA Isle of Wight Totland.
The hostel is self-catering only but there are plenty of places to dine out locally.
Things to do around YHA Isle of Wight Brighstone
Cycling in Brighstone
Cycle round the whole island in a day on the Round the Island cycle route. The route is clearly marked and will give you plenty of time to enjoy the stunning scenery that the island has to offer.
Walking and rambling in Brighstone
The Tennyson Downs walk is an amazing walk with great views across the entire island. Watch out for the rare butterfly resident to the Isle of Wight “the Glanville Fritillary”.
Mountain biking in Brighstone
The Tennyson and St Boniface Downs offer some great mountain bike trails.
Watersports in Brighstone
Go up to Cowes - the home of UK sailing. From here you can do whatever sailing course you want, you can even sail round the whole island!
The Needles in Isle of Wight Brighstone
7 miles You can't go to the Isle of Wight and not see the iconic Needles - a series of chalk stacks which protrude into the sea. Visit the website
Facilities
General
- Cycle store
- Garden / grounds
Essentials
- Lounge
Entertainment
- Board games
- Library/Quiet room
Accommodation options
- Private rooms available
Food & drink
- Dining room
- Self-catering kitchen
Transportation & parking
- Parking
Need to know
Check in : 17.00 - 20.00
Check out: 08.00 - 10.00
Reception times: 08.00 - 10.00 and 17.00 - 20.00
Open every day?: Open school summer holidays in July and August only.
Parking: There is no parking on site, but there is free parking 100m away and there is a drop off/collection point close to the building on North Street.
Pets: Assistance dogs are welcome.
Volunteering
This hostel is looking for voluntary managers. Email [email protected] for more information.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: Walk to the top of the downs above Brighstone and look for the Long Stone. Stop to take in the views and smell the air fresh off the Atlantic. Next stop – the Caribbean!
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