Blogs from Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Today we took the train to Portsmouth and then hopped on the catamaran ferry to the town of Ryde on the Isle of Wight. The journey was very nice, but basically the same trip that we took to St Malo, France, because the ferry leaves from the same place and goes right past the Isle of Wight. When we got to the island, we had hoped to rent bicycles for half of the day but by the time we got to the bike shop, they were completely sold out of bikes! So, instead of biking, it was the heel-toe-express all day. Because we couldn't cover as much ground and see as much of the island as we would have liked to on foot, we decided that it would be best to walk along the beach from ... read more

HI all, hope you've had a good half term? I have had a lovely time. Mrs Blowers came down to visit on Monday for a couple of days. Unfortunately, as you will see from the photos, she also brought the foggy weather with her! ;-) I showed her my school which is a LOT smaller than Coundon. She said hello to Besty and also to Shelby :-) I have posted some of the photos for you to see where she went and she took some photos she might share with you if you have time! Take care for now and let me know how you are all getting on. Miss Wood xoxo... read more

The coastal path between Freshwater and the Needles is managed by the National Trust, registered as Tennyson Heritage Coast, Site of Special Scientific Interest, and the Area of Outstanding Beauty, and offers breathtaking views of chalky cliff and rugged coastlines. Starting from Freshwater, the trail goes past the hillside where cows and rabbits are periodically grazing, myriads of blue wildflowers and buttercups spread their carpets, and you can see scattered bending trees. The coastline between Freshwater and the Needles is the place where Victorian poet, Alfred Tennyson produced a series of poems. After walking uphill, you will see the monument commemorating his achievements. It is the summit of the hill where Tennyson’s monument stands. If it’s a fine day, you’re able to see the Old Harry Rocks and Purbeck Coast at the west direction, Yarmouth and ... read more

Hi Everyone! Happy New Year. I hope you had a lovely Christmas and New Year holiday and are all ready to go back to schoool? lol I had a lovely time as my Mum and Dad came to visit me. Ollie and Benji didn't like so many people in the house though and hid for most of the holidays! Daft cats! We went on the Isle of Wight Steam railway on Boxing Day as my Dad loves trains and we had a lovely time. I have added some photos to show you. I hope Santa brought you everything you wanted? Let me know what your favourite present was... mine was chocolate! (as you all know! ) Take care and I look forward to hearing your stories. Thanks to all of you who sent me Christmas greetings ... read more