Glamping at Island Riding Centre
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- Luxury safari tents at a riding centre a 10-minute drive from Newport
- Butterfly World IOW five minutes’ drive; Ventnor Beach half an hour
- Riding activities, playground and farmyard animals; restaurant
Have the children been badgering you for pony rides and other horse-based activities? Then a likely way to put a great big smile on their faces is by booking a holiday at Glamping at Island Riding Centre, a small site on an equestrian complex on the outskirts of Newport (10 minutes’ drive), on the Isle of Wight.
While the kids take part in assorted riding activities (from pony rides, to private and group lessons, and from pony pampering for smaller guests to onsite hacks of about 2.5 miles), you can relax in the luxury of your spacious safari tent. This is proper glamping: your accommodation comes with separate rooms featuring real beds (a kingsize for the adults and bunks for the kids), a bathroom, a comfortable living area and a kitchenette with hot plates, a fridge and all necessary utensils to whip up a decent meal.
The outdoor decked area is a pretty sweet spot for a little alfresco dining under the stars; and while you sip the last of your wine, you can keep an eye on the kids as they chase each other around in the securely fenced communal lawn, make friends with the resident animals or explore the playground, with swings and a climbing frame.
If you want a break from cooking duties, the on-site restaurant serves pizzas, burgers and chicken wings; the nearest pub is about a mile away on the road to Wootton Bridge (a short drive or a 20-minute walk; there is also a bus stop within easy walking distance of the main entrance); and there are more dining options in Newport town.
Campground type
5 Open now
Admission
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
General
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Safety
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
Occupancy
- Single-sex bookings of 7 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 26 May to
Site types & availability
12 
2 bedroom safari tent (disabled friendly)
6 people maximum No dogs allowed 
Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedroomsDimensions: 18ft width × 36.1ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 500 (GBP 500)
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- 12
3 bedroom safari tent
8 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 3 bedroomsDimensions: 18ft width × 36.1ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 525 (GBP 525)
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Features
No dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Glamping at Island Riding Centre
Island Riding Centre
Staplers Road
Newport
Isle Of Wight
England
PO30 2NB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.71104°N
1.26127°W
Route directions
On Staplers Road, look for the main entrance to Island Riding Centre (clearly signposted). An automatic barrier will open as you enter; follow the track to the main car park.
Nearest transport
Coach14.1 km Clarence Pier
14.5 km The Hard Interchange
15.5 km City Centre South
Rail7.5 km Ryde St Johns Road Rail Station
7.6 km Smallbrook Junction Rail Station
7.6 km Ryde Esplanade Rail Station
Ferry4.1 km Fishbourne IOW Ferry Terminal
5.5 km East Cowes Floating Bridge
5.7 km West Cowes Floating Bridge
Airport27.5 km Southampton Airport
40.9 km Bournemouth International Airport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Interesting sights accessed via an off-road path include Butterfly World IOW (10 minutes’ walk), where you can stroll among these colourful winged creatures in a tropical tent, and Monkey Haven - Primate Rescue Centre (15 minutes), home to macaques and marmosets, as well as birds of prey. Both are less than a five-minute drive away.
Among the exhibits at the interactive Wight Military and Heritage Museum (15 minutes’ drive) are artefacts from both World Wars – from vehicles and weapons, to uniforms; visitors can also have a go at an air-rifle shooting range and a bomb-disposal robot.
On the south coast of the island is Ventnor Beach (half an hour), with retro-style beach huts. After a day on the shingle, head to Ventnor Botanic Garden for a stroll among the blossoming geraniums and other colourful plants that thrive in this unique microclimate.
Food and drink
- GGs 0.2 km
- Medina Quay 2.1 km
- Pizza Hut 2.4 km
- Kusina 2.5 km
- Hong Kong Express 2.6 km
- Eleven 2.6 km
- Thai By Ja 2.6 km
- Burr's 2.7 km
- Hewitt's House Restaurant & Rooms 2.8 km
- Cibo Eatery 2.8 km
Groceries
- The Food Warehouse Supermarket 2.4 km
- Lidl Supermarket 2.6 km
- Morrisons Supermarket 2.6 km
- Asda Supermarket 2.6 km
- Majestic Off-licence 2.7 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket 3 km
- Aldi Supermarket 5.3 km
- Co-op Food Supermarket 5.6 km
- The Co-operative Food Supermarket 5.6 km
- Waitrose Supermarket 5.6 km
Parks and play
- Medina Arboretum park 1.7 km
- Seaclose Park 1.9 km
- Downside Recreation Ground park 2 km
- Medina Riverside Park 2.1 km
- Litten Park 2.7 km
- Tots' Play Playground 3.1 km
- Activity Course Playground 3.1 km
- Bumble Bee Garden Playground 4 km
- Osborne House, Garden and Grounds park 4.4 km
- Victoria Recreation Ground park 4.7 km
Family days out
- Butterfly World Visitor attraction 0.4 km
- Isle of Wight Festival Site (June) Visitor attraction 1.8 km
- Isle of Wight Steam Railway Visitor attraction 3.3 km
- Falconry Display Visitor attraction 3.4 km
- Arreton Barns Visitor attraction 3.8 km
- Penny Arcade Amusement arcade 3.9 km
- Carisbrooke Priory Visitor attraction 4.3 km
- The Albert Barracks Visitor attraction 4.4 km
- Osborne House Swiss Cottage Visitor attraction 4.4 km
- Walled Nursery Garden Visitor attraction 4.4 km
Public transport
- Butterfly World 0.5 km
- Monkey Haven 0.5 km
- Wootton Common Crossroads 1.1 km
- Briddlesford Lodge Farm 1.1 km
- Whitehouses 1.2 km
- Landscape Lane 1.2 km
- Binfield Corner 1.3 km
- Orchard House 1.3 km
- Buckbury Lane 1.5 km
- Mayfield Drive Middle 1.5 km
Beaches
- Gurnard Beach 7.2 km
What’s nearby
- Island Harbour Marina 1.9 km
- Medina Mariners Association Fishing 2.9 km
- Hush Silent Disco Nightclub 4 km
- Harbour Office Marina 4.9 km
- East Cowes Marina 4.9 km
- Shepards Wharf Marina 5.9 km
- Proposed Marina (Victoria Quays Development) 6 km
- Cowes Yacht Haven Marina 6.1 km
- Cowes Yacht Haven Marina 6.1 km
- Cowes Town Central Shopping centre 6.3 km
Local services
- Orchard Private Hospital 1.4 km
- Earl Mountbatten Hospice Hospital 1.5 km
- Gulf Fuel station 2.1 km
- Community CAMHS Clinic 2.4 km
- Be.EV Charging station 2.5 km
- Be.EV Charging station 2.5 km
- Newport Health Centre Doctors 2.5 km
- BP Pulse Charging station 2.6 km
- Seagrove Ward Clinic 2.6 km
- Osborne Ward Clinic 2.6 km
Must see
Isle of Wight Steam Railway 3.4 km
Carisbrooke Castle 4.6 km
Osborne House 4.7 km
Dinosaur Isle 10.1 km
Royal Navy Submarine Museum 13.1 km
National Trust
Newtown Old Town Hall 10 km
Bembridge Windmill 12 km
Brighstone Shop and Museum 12.1 km
Mottistone Manor Garden 13.1 km
The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 22.9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Newport - River Medina - Cowes - Newport 2.5 km
Newport Town 2.7 km
OSBORNE 4.5 km
Carisbrooke Castle and the Tennyson Trail 4.7 km
Carisbrooke –Tennyson – Shepherds Circular Ridge Walk 4.7 km
Local events
- Southampton Boat Show (Friday 18 September 2026 – Friday 18 September 2026)
Southampton, England 23.4 km
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Glamping at Island Riding Centre have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Glamping at Island Riding Centre dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Glamping at Island Riding Centre? Interesting sights accessed via an off-road path include Butterfly World IOW (10 minutes’ walk), where you can stroll among these colourful winged creatures in a tropical tent, and Monkey Haven - Primate … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Glamping at Island Riding Centre?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Glamping at Island Riding Centre? From $945.57 (for 3 nights, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.