Ventnor Blog

Originally a cricket pavillion, the Pavillion Cottage at Osborne House been converted by English Heritage to rentable holiday accommodation, becoming the most popular cottage in the English Heritage portfolio. So popular, The Times reports, that it’s booked up for the next two years.
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We pick up readers from all around the World, not only people planning to visit Ventnor and wanting to find out more, but also those who used to live here and are keen to find out what’s going on in town these days.

Michael Pattenden is just one of those readers. He’s been living in the US for the last 32 years, and after checking out the town on Google Earth, is wondering if his previous home is still standing.
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The holiday property specialists, Wightaway, are welcoming VentnorBlog Presents … invited guests with a 100 glasses of bubbly (one per person - not a hundred each) at Bonchurch Manor Hotel this evening.

Since starting to renovate and let her own properties, which appeal to visitors who want to avoid swirlie carpets, nylon sheets and a whiff of mildew in their holiday accommodation, Debby Robinson has been overwhelmed by demand.
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In amongst all the heavy duty schools discussions, we thought we’d bring you something more lighthearted.

According to Estate Angels Property website [so it must be true then ;-)] rumours of Russell Brand moving to Ventnor are still being floated around.

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The Hambrough Hotel
Hambrough Road
Ventnor
Isle of Wight
PO38 1SQ

Tel: +44(0) 1983 856333
Email: info(at)thehambrough.com
Website

Modern and minimalist in style, The Hambrough has been a runaway success with critics and gourmets alike since its opening less than two years ago.

Our focus is on offering the best accommodation, using the best quality ingredients and products, offering the best service, in an informal and friendly environment.

We want you to enjoy the best in life without the pretension. This is about your enjoyment, so relax and let’s us look after you.

Accommodation
The Hambrough boasts seven exclusive rooms, six overlooking Ventnor Bay and one with wonderful views of St Boniface Down. Our two Studio Suites have splendid balconies and each room has been designed with your every comfort in mind. The luxurious bathrooms with their limestone and mosaic finishes’ come standard with under floor heating.

Dining
Modern and minimalist in style, The Hambrough has been a runaway success with critics and gourmets alike since its opening less than two years ago. Situated high above the harbour, at the southern end of Ventnor Bay, this stylish, award-winning restaurant boasts stunning views of the sea and coastline.

The restaurant’s gourmet menus focus on using only the finest and freshest ingredients available daily from the market – where possible produced locally on the Isle of Wight. Its imaginative and inspired cuisine has already earned The Hambrough a reputation as the destination restaurant on the Island.

The Royal Hotel
Belgrave Road
Ventnor
Isle of Wight
PO38 1JJ

Tel : 01983 852186
Fax Number: 01983 855395

Email
Website

Listen to a podcast with Head Chef, Alan Staley

The Royal Hotel has 55 bedrooms and is the only AA 4 Star Hotel on the Isle of Wight.

Set in the coastal town of Ventnor, the hotel has outstanding views of the Isle of Wight’s breathtaking coastline.
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