The Cheeky Monkeys return to Robin Hill for a summer of fire shows
The lovable Cheeky Monkeys who’ve wowed Robin Hill’s summer audiences for the past 2 years are returning to the park on the Isle of Wight for an epic run of evening shows! Fire Shows will take place on the following Tuesdays & Saturdays throughout August: 11th, 15th, 18th, 25th & 29th Watch the incredible Fire […]
Sky High Night Glow returns to Robin Hill for 3 nights in August 2020
The sky’s the limit this summer as magnificent hot air balloons float back to Robin Hill for a three-day extravaganza! Sky High Night Glow, in association with T&K Masks, will run daily from 5pm – 10pm between 20th – 22nd August. After previously cancelling the event planned for May due to Government restrictions, the Robin […]
DIAMOND RACES: The Isle of Wight to host motorcycle race event in 2021
On an island known for its remarkable coastline and just two hours from London door to door, the Diamond Races is set to take place on a 12.4 mile-long course that boasts winding roads through picturesque villages and a 5-mile coastal stretch along the military road. Information about the event can be found below from […]
Tributes paid to the sad passing of Robin
LONG-TIME tourism ambassador for the Isle of Wight, Robin William Thornton, has died at the age of 84. Best known for his ownership of Old Park Hotel and Tropical Bird Park in St Lawrence, he was a big supporter of tourism for both the Ventnor area and the whole Island. Mr Thornton and his wife […]
COVID-19: We reopen on the 24th July 2020 to guests
Back in March 2020, the government told all accommodation providers to close their businesses to help control the virus with a ‘stay at home, protect the NHS, save lives’ campaign. Since the, and up to today’s publishing (4th July 2020), all non-essential retailers and holiday businesses had to remain closed, except for minor circumstances. Now […]
1/3 OFF FERRY TRAVEL WITH RED FUNNEL
Save 1/3 on Ferry Travel with Red Funnel’s Black Friday Sale. It’s the perfect time to book your travel to/from the Isle of Wight, with a whopping 1/3 Off Ferry Travel in Red Funnel’s Black Friday Sale! This amazing offer is valid for vehicle ferry travel of any duration between Southampton and East Cowes (both […]
20% off Isle of Wight Ferry Travel with Red Funnel Ferries this Summer
Ferry operator, Red Funnel, have announced their latest offer… 20% off during their Sizzlin’ Summer Sale. Book by: 17th July 2019. Travel by: 22nd August 2019. Click here to visit their website for details on how to claim your 20% off saving!… Alternatively, book directly with us and we will give you your […]
Red Funnel Ferries Offering 25% Off Ferry Travel
OFFER EXTENDED… Now expires 30th June 2019! Our friends over at Red Funnel are offering a 25% saving on ferry travel when you visit the Isle of Wight between 18th May and 30th June 2019. You must book before the 29th of June for the discount to qualify. This offer is good for any duration […]
New bedroom photos for 2019
We have today (11/05/19) taken some new photographs of the guest room here at Ford Farm House. Wake up with a smile when you stay with us at Ford Farm House with lovely countryside views from your room. A stylish French King-size bed is your point of retreat, a dining table and two armchairs giving […]
April Showers to Beautiful Sunshine
The day started off with storm Hannah passing through with 60mph winds beating the island, but come mid-afternoon, and the hail had passed, the sun shone through the clouds. Here are some photographs of how the garden is looking at the moment. Still loads of flower and shrubs to grow and come out in their […]