English Heritage sites near Sandown Parish

Appuldurcombe House

APPULDURCOMBE HOUSE

5 miles from Sandown Parish

The shell of Appuldurcombe, once the grandest house on the Isle of Wight and still an important example of English baroque Architecture stands in 'Capability' Brown-designed grounds.

Carisbrooke Castle

CARISBROOKE CASTLE

7 miles from Sandown Parish

Explore the castle at the heart of the Isle of Wight, steeped in history from the Norman Conquest to Charles I. Home to the famous Carisbrooke donkeys.

Osborne

OSBORNE

8 miles from Sandown Parish

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's family home. Take a glimpse into the private life of the royal family at Osborne House and enjoy the vast estate and gardens.

St Catherine's Oratory

ST CATHERINE'S ORATORY

8 miles from Sandown Parish

A tall medieval octagonal tower, allegedly a lighthouse, built here in 1328 as penance for stealing church property from a wrecked ship.

Royal Garrison Church, Portsmouth

ROYAL GARRISON CHURCH, PORTSMOUTH

9 miles from Sandown Parish

Royal Garrison Church was built in about 1212 as part of a hospital complex. Although the nave was badly damaged in a 1941 firebomb raid on Portsmouth, the chancel remains roofed and furnished.

King James's and Landport Gates, Portsmouth

KING JAMES'S AND LANDPORT GATES, PORTSMOUTH

9 miles from Sandown Parish

Two ornamental gateways, once part of Portsmouth's defences. King James's Gate (of 1687) has been moved, but Landport Gate (1760), remains in it's original position.


Churches in Sandown Parish

St John the Baptist

Yaverland Road Yaverland Sandown
01983566736
http://www.havenchurches.org.uk/

For more information please go to www.havenchurches.org.uk

St John the Evangelist

Carter Street Sandown
01983 402480
http://www.st-john-sandown.org.uk/

Our main Suday service is at 10.30am.

1st Sunday  -  Food for Thought  --  an informal breakfast service, with songs, readings, prayers and activities such as Bible study, meditation, puzzles and quizes, crafts, based on a different theme each month.

2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, Sundays  --  Holy Communion
Revd. Jonathan Hall Contact telephone number 01983 402480

For information regarding the hire of St John's Church Hall
Brenda Ellison Contact telephone number 01983 402813


Pubs in Sandown Parish

Boojum & Snark

105 High Street, isle of Wight, Sandown, PO36 8AF
07886 437688
boojumandsnark.co.uk/

Opened during the Covid lockdown. This brewpub is aimed at the real ale/craft beer enthusiast. The brewing kit is located beyond the bar. Some of their beers are now brewed at Goddards to satisfy increased demand and all come in KeyKegs as...
Castle Inn

12-14 Fitzroy Street, Sandown, PO36 8HY
(01983) 403169
sandowncastle.co.uk

The Castle is an excellent town free house and locals' pub with crib and two darts teams. Six real ales on offer including the best from local breweries. There is a children's room at the back and a patio for warm weather. The TV is not all...
Caulkheads

42 Avenue Road, Sandown, PO36 8AY
(01983) 405080
characterinns.co.uk/the-caulkheads

Very large family oriented town pub with real ales from the Enterprise portfolio.  Facilities include a 180 seater restaurant tastefully decorated with an indoor and outdoor activity centre for younger customers.  Renowned for its food, its...
Driftwood

37 Culver Parade, Sandown, PO36 8AT
(01983) 404004
driftwoodbeachbar.com

A typical Beach Bar at the waters edge. Entrance from a deck area at both ends and fantastic for the summer sunshine. When the weather is less friendly there is seating inside facing the sea and a varied menu with an interesting cocktai...
Flanagans

7 Pier Street, Sandown, PO36 8JR
(01983) 408851
flanagansiow.com

Bar Restaurant with an impressive position overlooking the Pier. An ideal seafront retreat while the kids bathe. Wide choice on menu from delicious sandwiches and omelettes to salmon or steak plus Chef's Specials and Sunday roasts. Monday...
Fountain
Kings House Bar

High Street, Sandown, PO36 8DF

Really classy bar in the middle of the High Street. Uninterrupted views over Sandown Bay with covered and open balcony where children are allowed. Accommodation available from the owners in the adjoining Ocean Hotel. Basic food in summer an...
Ocean Deck

50 High Street, Sandown, PO36 8AE
(01983) 403960
oceandecksandown.co.uk/

Although the main address is High Street, the only access is from the Esplanade. On three levels, with an access ramp for wheelchairs, inside you will find a bar come restaurant with an extensive menu and a good selection of well kept ale. ...
Office
Old Comical

15 St Johns Road, Sandown, PO36 8ER
(01983) 403848
theoldcomical.co.uk

The old Commercial Hotel has undergone a complete change since Geoffrey Hartridge made it the base for his 5 barrel brewery and gave it a trendy new name.  Now reverting to a more customer friendly name of  the ''Old Comical'' as all the lo...
Pot Black Bar

31 Regent Street, Isle of Wight, Shanklin, PO36 8JQ
(01983) 406781

Snooker club in old church with full pub licence.  10 snooker tables and 3 pool tables.  Regular entertainment.
Reef

48 The High Street, Sandown, PO36 8AE
(01983) 403219
thereefsandown.co.uk/

Bar restaurants with accommodation situated on the Esplanade(not as address) at Sandown. There is a contemporary seating area inside and a spacious decking area at the front perfect for stunning views of Sandown Bay and Culver Down. A lig...
Surfside

46 High Street, Sandown, PO36 8AE
(01983) 404180

Lunchtime offers the usual light bites and sandwiches but in the evening, the Steaks and Seafood Grills are served at the table on Volcanic Rocks, also available the more traditional fare. All together a very pleasant pub and eating experi...
Tap

2 Avenue Road, Sandown, PO36 8BN
(01983) 405783

Now completely refurbished after a short close.  All the old favourites, live music Friday and Saturday,quiz nights Tuesday, Sky Sports and Wi-Fi.  The large bar has a new stage for live bands and for the early evening drinkers there is hap...