When can I check in and check out of Glamping at Island Riding Centre?

On-park accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Glamping at Island Riding Centre?

From $468.68 (for 3 nights, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

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

Opens July 22

Please note

Single-sex bookings of 7 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
No gas barbecues allowed.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, Jul 22 to Wed, Oct 1 2025

Campsite types & availability

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Features

No dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

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

Bus

8.8 mi Clarence Pier

9 mi The Hard Interchange

9.6 mi City Centre South

Rail

4.7 mi Ryde St Johns Road Rail Station

4.7 mi Smallbrook Junction Rail Station

4.7 mi Ryde Esplanade Rail Station

Ferry

2.6 mi Fishbourne IOW Ferry Terminal

3.4 mi East Cowes Floating Bridge

3.5 mi West Cowes Floating Bridge

Airport

17.1 mi Southampton Airport

25.4 mi 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.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gurnard	4.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Cowes	4.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
Ryde	5.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Sandown	6.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Lepe	6.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Isle of Wight Steam Railway 2.1 mi

Carisbrooke Castle 2.8 mi

Osborne House 2.9 mi

Dinosaur Isle 6.3 mi

Royal Navy Submarine Museum 8.2 mi

National Trust

Newtown Old Town Hall 6.2 mi

Bembridge Windmill 7.5 mi

Brighstone Shop and Museum 7.5 mi

Mottistone Manor Garden 8.1 mi

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 14.2 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Newport - River Medina - Cowes - Newport 1.5 mi

Newport Town 1.7 mi

OSBORNE 2.8 mi

Carisbrooke Castle and the Tennyson Trail 2.9 mi

Carisbrooke –Tennyson – Shepherds Circular Ridge Walk 2.9 mi

Local events

Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday, June 19, 2025 – Thursday, June 19, 2025)
Newport, England 1.3 mi
Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, July 10, 2025 – Thursday, July 10, 2025)
Chichester, England 25.4 mi

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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Changes to your holiday

Modifications are subject to a £25.00 ($31.64) fee.

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
The park will send you further check-in information 10 day(s) before your arrival.

Extras

Motorcycle(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Refunds within the indicated cancelation period are only possible if the park is able to relet your unit/site.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Hired accommodation

Hired accommodation: a £250.00 ($316.43) damage/cleanliness deposit hold is required prior to arrival and will be released within 24 hours of your departure date after inspection of your unit should no damage/losses be found. The damage deposit will automatically be pre-authorized in advance on the card used to make your booking.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Occupancy

Single-sex bookings of 7 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Reception

Reception is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. between 07/20 and 11/02.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
No gas barbecues allowed.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

Vehicles

No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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?

On-park accommodation

Arrive: 4 p.m. – Anytime

Depart by: 10 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Glamping at Island Riding Centre? From $468.68 (for 3 nights, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.