Ventnor Bay
Bay in Hampshire
England
Ventnor Bay
Ventnor Bay is a picturesque bay located on the southern coast of the Isle of Wight, within the county of Hampshire, England. Nestled between the towns of Shanklin and Bonchurch, Ventnor Bay stretches approximately 1.5 kilometers and offers stunning views of the English Channel.
Known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, Ventnor Bay is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The bay is surrounded by lush green cliffs that provide a dramatic backdrop to the sandy beach below. The beach itself is a mixture of sand and shingle, making it ideal for sunbathing, picnicking, and leisurely strolls along the shoreline.
The bay's calm waters are perfect for swimming and other water activities, while the rocky outcrops at either end of the bay attract snorkelers and divers keen to explore the marine life that thrives in these protected areas.
Ventnor Bay is also home to a charming Victorian esplanade, which offers a range of amenities including cafes, restaurants, and shops. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk along the esplanade, taking in the stunning views of the bay and the surrounding cliffs.
Thanks to its mild microclimate, Ventnor Bay has become a haven for exotic plants and flowers, making it a popular destination for garden enthusiasts. The Ventnor Botanic Garden, located on the outskirts of the bay, showcases a diverse range of plants from around the world.
Overall, Ventnor Bay is a tranquil and scenic destination that offers a range of activities and attractions for visitors to enjoy, making it a must-visit location for those exploring Hampshire's coastal beauty.
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Ventnor Bay Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 50.591012/-1.2098086 or Grid Reference SZ5677. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
The Ventnor Gas & Water Co. building
The former pumping station carries a plaque dating it from 1883.
Ventnor Bay is located at Grid Ref: SZ5677 (Lat: 50.591012, Lng: -1.2098086)
Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight
Police Authority: Hampshire
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 50.591012,-1.2098086046
Note: waterfront
Source: GPS waypoint
Upload Tag: OJW IoW 2
Lat/Long: 50.593306/-1.208285
Ventnor
Note: 'VENTNOR' visible from sea for miles.
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 50.5917337/-1.2143251
Ventnor Haven
Harbour: yes
Mooring: yes
Seamark Type: harbour
Lat/Long: 50.5926119/-1.2048366
Post Box
Check Date Collection Times: 2016-05-09
Collection Plate: CP8D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: PO38 214D
Ref GB Uprn: 10015412687
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 50.593208/-1.2057696
Pub
Winter Gardens Bar
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ventnorwg
Contact Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g190926-d6864113-Reviews-The_Ventnor_Winter_Gardens-Ventnor_Isle_of_Wight_England.html
Lat/Long: 50.5935693/-1.2043072
Cafe
Putting Green Refreshments
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Ventnor Park
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JZ
Addr Street: Park Avenue
Drinking Water Refill: yes
Drinking Water Refill Network: Refill
Fhrs Id: 540763
Lat/Long: 50.5926444/-1.2147215
Telephone
Booth: K6
Contact Phone: +44 1983 852 061
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Payment Coins: yes
Payment Notes: no
Ref GB Uprn: 10024894361
Lat/Long: 50.5947013/-1.2074278
Bench
Backrest: yes
Check Date: 2021-03-31
Mapillary: 2909694135983014
Lat/Long: 50.593191/-1.2072689
Bus Stop
Kingsview
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Contact Website: https://www.islandbuses.info/stops/230000004230
Lit: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 230000004230
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Old Rex Cinema
Naptan Indicator: towards Blackgang
Naptan NaptanCode: iowdjdt
Naptan Street: Church street
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.5943416/-1.2069093
Bus Stop
Kingsview
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Contact Website: https://www.islandbuses.info/stops/230000004240
Naptan AtcoCode: 230000004240
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Old Rex Cinema
Naptan Indicator: towards Ventnor
Naptan NaptanCode: iowdjdw
Naptan Street: Alpine Road
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.5945473/-1.2073508
Bus Stop
Alpine
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Contact Website: https://www.islandbuses.info/stops/230000004380
Lit: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 230000004380
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Alpine Road
Naptan Indicator: SW-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: iowdjmt
Naptan Street: Alpine Road
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.5947012/-1.2111665
Bus Stop
Alpine
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Contact Website: https://www.islandbuses.info/stops/230000004390
Lit: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 230000004390
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Alpine Road
Naptan Indicator: NE-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: iowdjmw
Naptan Street: Alpine Road
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.5947527/-1.2114431
Bus Stop
Zig Zag Road School Stop
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 230000004400
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Zig Zag Road School Stop
Naptan Indicator: Adj
Naptan NaptanCode: iowdjpa
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 50.5950624/-1.2115094
Bus Stop
Zig Zag Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 230000004410
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Zig Zag Road
Naptan Indicator: towards Ventnor
Naptan NaptanCode: iowdjpd
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 50.5952025/-1.2114678
Bus Stop
Eversley Hotel
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Contact Website: https://www.islandbuses.info/stops/230000004520
Naptan AtcoCode: 230000004520
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Eversley Hotel
Naptan Indicator: towards Blackgang
Naptan NaptanCode: iowdjtp
Naptan Street: Park Avenue
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.5934589/-1.213338
Bus Stop
Eversley Hotel
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Contact Website: https://www.islandbuses.info/stops/230000004530
Naptan AtcoCode: 230000004530
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Eversley Hotel
Naptan Indicator: towards Ventnor
Naptan NaptanCode: iowdjtw
Naptan Street: Park Avenue
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.5935043/-1.2135318
Post Box
Check Date Collection Times: 2016-05-09
Collection Plate: CP3D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: PO38 201D
Ref GB Uprn: 10015429663
Royal Cypher: VR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356
Lat/Long: 50.5938884/-1.2111018
Post Box
Check Date: 2021-03-31
Check Date Collection Times: 2021-03-31
Collection Plate: CP1D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: PO38 215D
Ref GB Uprn: 10015359721
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 50.5931045/-1.2100563
Post Box
Check Date Collection Times: 2021-03-31
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: stone_wall
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: PO38 203
Ref GB Uprn: 10015310682
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 50.5949627/-1.2108116
Recycling
Location: overground
Opening Hours: 24/7
Operator: Isle of Wight Council
Operator Wikidata: Q6084095
Recycling Cans: yes
Recycling Glass Bottles: yes
Recycling Type: container
Lat/Long: 50.5931819/-1.2036116
Ventnor Haven Fishery
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JR
Addr Street: Esplanade
Fhrs Id: 541607
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-16:00
Shop: seafood
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 50.5930449/-1.2048297
Fast Food
Ventnor Haven Fried Fish
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Ventnor Haven Fishery
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JR
Addr Street: Esplanade
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ventnor-Haven-Fishery/100057540156158/
Contact Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g190926-d2224112-Reviews-Ventnor_Haven_Fishery_Takeaway-Ventnor_Isle_of_Wight_England.html
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Fhrs Id: 542143
Operator: Ventnor Haven Fishery
Takeaway: yes
Lat/Long: 50.5929808/-1.2048713
Esplanade
Historic Highway: bus_stop
Shelter: no
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.5932568/-1.2096222
Bench
Backrest: yes
Check Date: 2021-03-31
Lat/Long: 50.5948536/-1.2108214
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 50.5948055/-1.206153
Post Box
Check Date: 2021-03-31
Check Date Collection Times: 2021-03-31
Collection Plate: CP1-LC
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:30; Sa 11:45; Su off
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: PO38 601
Ref GB Uprn: 100062045231
Royal Cypher: no
Website: https://www.royalmail.com/services-near-you/postbox/ventnor-delivery-office-po38-1by/000PO38601
Lat/Long: 50.5947123/-1.2062609
Defibrillator
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Level: 0
Opening Hours: 24/7
Lat/Long: 50.5932572/-1.208546
Ventnor Bay
Image: File:Ventnor Beach Panorama Isle of Wight England.jpg
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 50.5924933/-1.2081603
Clock
Building: yes
Check Date: 2021-03-31
Man Made: tower
Start Date: 1870
Tower Type: bell_tower
Lat/Long: 50.5932028/-1.2073399
Toilets
Access: yes
Fee: no
Ref GB Uprn: 10023713236
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 50.5932838/-1.2051098
Church Street Motorcycles
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 8
Addr Street: Church Street
Brand: Honda
Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/churchstreetmotorcycles/
Contact Phone: +44 1983 852 232
Contact Website: https://www.churchstreetmotorcycles.co.uk/
Rental: yes
Second Hand: yes
Shop: motorcycle
Lat/Long: 50.5948362/-1.2062509
Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.5935232/-1.210405
Pub
Spyglass Inn
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JX
Addr Street: Esplanade
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spyglass.inn/
Contact Phone: +44 1983 855338
Contact Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g190926-d732559-Reviews-The_Spyglass_Inn-Ventnor_Isle_of_Wight_England.html
Contact Twitter: spyglassinn
Contact Website: https://www.thespyglass.com/
Diet Kosher: no
Diet Vegan: yes
Diet Vegetarian: yes
Fhrs Id: 541621
Food: yes
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 12:00-21:00
Outdoor Seating: yes
Real Ale: yes
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 50.5928964/-1.2104313
Restaurant
New China House
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 7
Addr Postcode: PO38 1SW
Addr Street: Church Street
Contact Email: newchinahouse@hotmail.com
Contact Phone: +44 1983 852 288
Contact Website: http://newchinahouse.org.uk/
Cuisine: chinese
Delivery: yes
Fhrs Id: 540452
Opening Hours: Nov 1 - May 31 Tu-Su 17:00-23:00; Jun 1 - Oct 31 Mo-Su 17:00-23:00
Outdoor Seating: no
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Takeaway: yes
Lat/Long: 50.5947759/-1.2060587
St Catherine's
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 9
Addr Street: Church Street
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-15:00
Shop: second_hand
Lat/Long: 50.5947352/-1.2061305
Arts Centre
Ventnor Exchange
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 11
Addr Postcode: PO38 1SW
Addr Street: Church Street
Contact Email: hello@ventnorexchange.co.uk
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ventnorexchange
Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ventnorexchange/
Contact Phone: +44 1983 716 767
Contact Twitter: @ventnorexchange
Contact Website: https://ventnorexchange.co.uk/
Fhrs Id: 747209
Opening Hours: Th 10:00-18:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-23:00
Lat/Long: 50.5946855/-1.2062181
Restaurant
The Ale & Oyster
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JX
Addr Street: Esplanade
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thealeandoysterventnor/
Fhrs Id: 541700
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 50.5933416/-1.2098305
Beach Shop
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JT
Addr Street: Esplanade
Fhrs Id: 541618
Shop: convenience
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 50.5934036/-1.2083557
Cafe
The Met
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr County: Isle Of Wight
Addr Housename: Metropole
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JP
Addr Street: Esplanade
Check Date: 2023-08-06
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themetventnor/
Contact Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g190926-d2196895-Reviews-The_Met_Wine_Bar-Ventnor_Isle_of_Wight_England.html
Contact Twitter: metwinebar
Cuisine: italian
Diet Vegetarian: yes
Fhrs Id: 1494953
Opening Hours Signed: no
Lat/Long: 50.5932811/-1.2070648
Cafe
Toni's Tea Room
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Metropole
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JP
Addr Street: Esplanade
Addr Unit: 1
Check Date: 2023-08-06
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tonis-Tea-Room-112956450059266/
Contact Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g190926-d19283691-Reviews-Toni_s_Tea_Room-Ventnor_Isle_of_Wight_England.html
Fhrs Id: 1179157
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 09:00-17:00
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 50.5933062/-1.207282
Cafe
Lady Scarlett's Tea Parlour
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JT
Addr Street: Esplanade
Contact Email: contactus@ladyscarlettsteaparlour.co.uk
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lady-Scarletts-Tea-Parlour-241813336027401
Contact Phone: +44 1983 855 872
Contact Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g190926-d6872507-Reviews-Lady_Scarletts_Tea_Parlour-Ventnor_Isle_of_Wight_England.html
Contact Website: https://www.ladyscarlettsteaparlour.co.uk/
Fhrs Id: 541619
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 50.5933767/-1.2089584
Cafe
Golden Sands Cafe
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: PO38 1JT
Addr Street: Esplanade
Contact Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g190926-d5817628-Reviews-Golden_Sands-Ventnor_Isle_of_Wight_England.html
Fhrs Id: 540553
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 50.5933878/-1.2090578
Cafe
Queeries
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Street: Esplanade
Opening Hours: Su-Th 12:00-17:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-22:00
Lat/Long: 50.5932872/-1.2071489
Cafe
Play Cafe
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 34
Addr Postcode: PO38 1SX
Addr Street: Pier Street
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ventnorplaycafe
Fhrs Id: 982548
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Survey Date: 2019-12-30
Lat/Long: 50.5940879/-1.204735
Operator: Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
Operator Wikidata: Q43080530
Power: substation
Ref: 3510144
Ref GB Uprn: 10025873209
Lat/Long: 50.5945863/-1.2076445
Power: substation
Ref GB Uprn: 10024901446
Lat/Long: 50.5942036/-1.2110462
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Payment Coins: yes
Phone: +44 1983 852425
Ref GB Uprn: 10024901387
Lat/Long: 50.594528/-1.2065374
Operator: Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
Operator Phone: +44 8000 727282
Operator Wikidata: Q43080530
Power: substation
Lat/Long: 50.593388/-1.2068787
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Fernleigh
Addr Postcode: PO38 1LG
Addr Street: Castle Road
Lat/Long: 50.5927841/-1.2162775
Social Facility
Ventnor Food Bank
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Ventnor Baptist Church
Addr Postcode: PO38 1SJ
Addr Street: Pier Street
Contact Email: info@isleofwight.foodbank.org.uk
Contact Phone: +44 1983 292040
Contact Website: https://isleofwight.foodbank.org.uk/
Operator: Isle of Wight Foodbank
Social Facility: food_bank
Lat/Long: 50.5941585/-1.2048319
The Grove Mini Recyling Site
Recycling Clothes: yes
Recycling Type: container
Ref GB Uprn: 10024247148
Was Amenity: recycling
Lat/Long: 50.5951278/-1.2078242
Access: customers
Leisure: outdoor_seating
Operator: Putting Green Refreshments
Lat/Long: 50.5927738/-1.2146759
Clock
Display: sundial
Start Date: 1851
Support: ground
Lat/Long: 50.5932463/-1.2078282
Generator Source: solar
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 50.5948724/-1.2126294
Parking
Payment App: yes
Payment App Android: com.paybyphone
Payment App Ios: 448474183
Payment Apple Pay: yes
Payment Coins: yes
Payment Debit Cards: yes
Payment Google Pay: yes
Payment Mastercard: yes
Payment Notes: no
Payment Phone: yes
Payment Sms: yes
Payment Visa: yes
Ref: 84004
Lat/Long: 50.593192/-1.2071647
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 16
Addr Street: Zig Zag Road
Lat/Long: 50.5952708/-1.2111059
Addr City: Ventnor
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 14
Addr Street: Zig Zag Road
Lat/Long: 50.595247/-1.2109771
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