Discover Bembridge

Your gateway to Isle of Wight adventures

Your Perfect Base: Elsinore

From your charming cottage in the heart of Bembridge, you're perfectly positioned to explore everything this beautiful corner of the Isle of Wight has to offer.

Step out your door and you're minutes from sandy beaches, the bustling harbor, and some of the island's best coastal walks and sailing opportunities.

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Beaches & Coastline

Bembridge Beach

2 min walk

Sandy beach perfect for families, with shallow waters ideal for children. Great for swimming, beach games, and watching the sunset.

Best visited: Low tide for rock pooling

Whitecliff Bay

10 min drive

Stunning chalk cliffs and fossil hunting opportunities. Beautiful coastal walks with spectacular views across the Solent.

Don't miss: Fossil hunting at low tide

Sailing & Water Sports

Bembridge Sailing Club

Premier sailing club offering lessons and boat hire

📞 01983 872237

Kayak Hire

Explore the coastline by kayak - equipment and guides available

Island Adventure Activities

Bembridge Harbour

Working harbour with boat trips and fishing charters

Daily boat trips available

Dining & Pubs

The Crab & Lobster Inn

3 min walk • Seafood restaurant

Award-winning seafood restaurant with stunning harbor views. Famous for fresh crab, lobster, and locally caught fish.

The Pilot Boat Inn

Traditional Pub

5 min walk • Pub & restaurant

Cozy traditional pub with excellent pub food, local ales, and a warm atmosphere. Dog-friendly with garden seating.

Bembridge Coast Café

2 min walk • Casual dining

Perfect for breakfast, lunch, and coffee. Great fish & chips, homemade cakes, and child-friendly options.

The Spinnaker

4 min walk • Modern British

Contemporary restaurant with seasonal menus featuring local produce and modern British cuisine.

Local Attractions

Bembridge Windmill

8 min walk

Last surviving windmill on the Isle of Wight. Climb to the top for panoramic views across the island.

Brading Roman Villa

15 min drive

Remarkably preserved Roman villa with stunning mosaics. Audio guide and museum on site.

Culver Down

12 min drive

Dramatic chalk cliffs with fantastic walks and views. Great for picnics and wildlife spotting.

Practical Information

Essential Services

• Tesco Express: 3 min walk - groceries & essentials
• Post Office: 5 min walk - banking & postal services
• Pharmacy: 4 min walk - Bembridge Pharmacy
• Medical Centre: 6 min walk - Bembridge Medical Centre

Getting Around

• Bus Service: Regular buses to Newport & Ryde
• Taxi: IOW Radio Taxis - 01983 400400
• Car Hire: Available in Newport (20 min drive)
• Cycle Hire: Bembridge Cycle Hire - 01983 875202