Isle of Wight Ghost Tours (NEW ROUTE FOR 2023)

Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Hummingbird Travel Meeting Point, Newport, United Kingdom

Isle of Wight Ghost Tours (NEW ROUTE FOR 2023)

Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Hummingbird Travel Meeting Point, Newport, United Kingdom

What you need to know

Isle of Wight Ghost Tours 

 The Isle of Wight is known for its dark past, and this evening tour is the original one to showcase the Islands historically sinister and spooky side. As we drive along the coast to Blackgang chine you will learn all about the Islands Ghost Ship that frequents these shores a real life tragedy that is still seen to this day. A beautiful run to the Isle of Wight Pearl with its own stories and history. As we continue along the military road, you'll see some breath-taking scenery of the 'Back of the Wight'. 

Then on our way to visit the ghost-ridden Freshwater Bay where a strange story is told at the Albion Hotel, then on to Dimbola lodge  to uncover their spirits and secrets. We then travel along the middle road back towards Newport to hear about and uncover Carisbrooke Castle's 900 year history, Hear tales of ghosts, murders and torture, and watch and listen for unexplained events 

Highlights 

  • Enjoy a sightseeing tour through the islands past
  • Get spooked, learning about the most haunted island in Europe
  • Explore sights, where the restless spirits still wander
  • Ride in a luxury coach and learn about the islands haunted past 
  • Suitable for families 

 

Includes 

  • Admission fees
  • Guided coach tour

 

Meeting point 

The Ghost Tour departs from Cineworld coach park, Coppins Bridge at 7:00pm Please arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The tour cannot wait for late passengers and they cannot be admitted once the tour has started. We also offer pick ups in Ryde by prior arrangement.

 

Itinerary*

Pass through: Arretton

We hear the dreadful account of Michael Morey, a local woodcutter who brutally murdered his nephew.

Overlook Knighton Gorges

Where we will see where Knighton Manor once stood and it's connection with Appledurcombe House and the Worsley's

Stop At: Shanklin 

We tell the story of Francis who haunts the Vernon tea rooms. And strange goings on at Bedford lodge. 

 Pass through: Ventnor 

Hear about the Ghost ship of the Isle of Wight, A real life tragedy and she is still seen to this day sailing around the Island.  

 Stop At:  Ventnor Botanical Gardens 

Time to explore the most haunted place on the Island, where your guide will tell you all about its past. 

 Stop At Isle of Wight Pearl 

The Isle of Wight Pearl has its own stories and sinister past that will be told on the night. 

 Pass By: Freshwater Bay

Where you will learn about the strange goings on at the Albion Hotel 

 Pass near Carisbrooke Castle

You will learn about the horrors of the castle including stories of Charles 1 and Princess Elizabeth his daughter. And lets not forget the Ghost down the well. 

*While we will endeavor to maintain the itinerary as much as possible, it may be necessary to divert from our advertised route due to unexpected road closures or other circumstances beyond our control.  

 Cancellation Policy 

 You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time. 

IF We Have To Cancel

Our tour can only operate with a minimum number of bookings. We reserve the right to cancel a tour in the event of insufficient bookings, vehicle/crew availability or any other circumstances beyond our control. Please ensure that you provide a mobile number in your booking to enable us to contact you in those circumstances.  

 Frequently Asked Questions 

Q: What time dose the tour start: 

A: We depart at 7pm but please get there 20 minutes before departure 

Q: Is there refreshments on board 

A: at some Stops we will be offering hot & cold drinks (subject to availability) 

Q: Are children allowed 

A: We are a family friendly tour so all children are allowed as long as traveling with an adult

Q: Are dogs allowed

A: Unfortunately No

Q: How long will the tour last 

A: Normally our tour lasts for around 3 hours 

Q: Is there a toilet on board 

A: Yes, we have a fully functional toilet on board 

Q: Do you provide booster seats 

A: Yes we can provide booster seats if requested when booking, you are also welcome to bring your own. 

Q: What happens if the tour is cancelled 

A: We will provide a full refund 

Q: Is there car parking

A: Yes you can park your car at our pick up location which is free after 6pm but check the signage.

 

 




Location

Hummingbird Travel Meeting Point
Coppins Bridge Car/Coach Park, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2AQ United Kingdom

BY CAR

From Ryde (via Fairlee Road/Staplers Road) approaching Coppins Bridge, keep in LEFT hand lane (SP Sandown) and take the slip road on the left immediately after the pedestrian crossing lights into the car/coach park.

From Sandown/Shanklin approaching Newport, take the SECOND exit at the island with Matalan store on your left and go under the footbridge and take the RIGHT hand lane at Coppins Bridge. Take the FORTH exit and get into the RIGHT hand (Sandown) lane upon passing the THIRD exit (Ryde) then take the slip road on the left immediately after the pedestrian crossing lights into the car/coach park.

BY BUS

From Ryde/Wootton catch the number 9 bus and alight at Newport bus station and walk back towards Cineworld. Travel up the escalator into the foyer at Cineworld and cross over the footbridge to the car/coach park (our coach travels from Ryde at 6.30pm so choose a pick-up from Ryde option in the booking process or call (01983) 240093 before 5pm on the day of your tour to arrange the coach to pick you up)

From Sandown/Shanklin catch the number 2 bus and alight at Newport bus station and walk back towards Cineworld. Travel up the escalator into the foyer at Cineworld and cross over the footbridge to the car/coach park.

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