Gurnard

Civil Parish in Hampshire

England

Gurnard

End of Wyatts Lane With a private road ahead and the sharp turn to Pallance Lane to the right. — End of Wyatts Lane Credit: Paul Coueslant

Gurnard is a civil parish located on the northern coast of the Isle of Wight, in Hampshire, England. It is situated about three miles west of Cowes and is part of the wider West Wight area. Gurnard covers an area of approximately 1.5 square miles and has a population of around 1,400 residents.

The village of Gurnard is a picturesque and peaceful coastal settlement, known for its stunning views across the Solent to the mainland. It is popular with visitors and locals alike, offering a range of amenities and attractions. The village has a small but thriving community, with a primary school, a village hall, and a church, which adds to its charm and character.

Gurnard has a long history, dating back to the Roman times. It was once an important fishing village and had a reputation for being a smuggler's haven. Today, the village maintains its maritime heritage, with a small harbor that is used by local fishermen and pleasure boaters.

The area surrounding Gurnard is renowned for its natural beauty, with scenic walks along the coast and through nearby woodlands. The beach at Gurnard is a popular spot for swimming, sailing, and windsurfing. The village also has a golf course and a tennis club, providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors.

Overall, Gurnard is a charming coastal village with a rich history, stunning scenery, and a strong sense of community. It offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a relaxed lifestyle in a picturesque location.

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Gurnard Images

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End of Wyatts Lane With a private road ahead and the sharp turn to Pallance Lane to the right.

End of Wyatts Lane

With a private road ahead and the sharp turn to Pallance Lane to the right.

Lodges at Gurnard Pines holiday village

Lodges at Gurnard Pines holiday village

Listed buildings, West Cowes The Grade 2-listed former Northwood Park lodge (circa 1837) shown across the road and, in the foreground, part of the Grade 2-star listed &#039;round house&#039;, an early 19th century toll gate or lodge.

Listed buildings, West Cowes

The Grade 2-listed former Northwood Park lodge (circa 1837) shown across the road and, in the foreground, part of the Grade 2-star listed 'round house', an early 19th century toll gate or lodge.

BAE Systems radar towers The site which was formerly Plessey Radar and, before that, Somerton Airfield.

BAE Systems radar towers

The site which was formerly Plessey Radar and, before that, Somerton Airfield.

The Portland Inn, Gurnard

The Portland Inn, Gurnard

Lodge, on Place Road

Lodge, on Place Road

Houses on Worsley Road

Houses on Worsley Road

'The Woodvale'

'The Woodvale'

'Solent Shores'

'Solent Shores'

'Hawkins'

'Hawkins'

Turning for Newport Road

Turning for Newport Road

Cowes, Isle of Wight from Lepe

Cowes, Isle of Wight from Lepe

Gurnard Pines

Gurnard Pines

QE2 Sailing up the Solent towards Southampton QE2 Sailing towards Southampton taken from near Gurnard on the Isle of Wight with the mainland in the background and a stormy sky.

QE2 Sailing up the Solent towards Southampton

QE2 Sailing towards Southampton taken from near Gurnard on the Isle of Wight with the mainland in the background and a stormy sky.

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Princes Esplanade The Gurnard end of Cowes Esplanade

Princes Esplanade

The Gurnard end of Cowes Esplanade

Gurnard Sailing Club Hosts of the annual Cowes Dinghy Week.

Gurnard Sailing Club

Hosts of the annual Cowes Dinghy Week.

The Roundhouse On the roundabout at the junction of park Road and Place Road going into Cowes.

The Roundhouse

On the roundabout at the junction of park Road and Place Road going into Cowes.

Northwood Cemetery

Northwood Cemetery

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Gurnard is located at Grid Ref: SZ4794 (Lat: 50.749703, Lng: -1.328287)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Mini Roundabout

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Mini Roundabout

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Post Box

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Bench

Walnut Tree Seat

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Bus Stop

Gurnard Pines

Bus: yes

Contact Website: https://www.islandbuses.info/stops/230000000923

Naptan AtcoCode: 230000000923

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Public Transport: platform

Survey Date: 2015-02-20

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Addr City: Cowes

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Building: detached

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Clinic

NL Clinic

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Fitness at Gurnard

Leisure: fitness_centre

Lat/Long: 50.7495379/-1.3253009

Parking

Lat/Long: 50.751812/-1.3249777

Bicycle Rental

Gurnard Pines

Bicycle Rental: dropoff_point

Capacity: 5

Email: support@beryl.cc

Fee: yes

Name Signed: no

Network: Beryl - Isle of Wight

Official Name: Gurnard Pines

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Phone: +44 20 3003 5044

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Rental: ebike;escooter

Website: https://beryl.cc/scheme/isle-wight

Lat/Long: 50.7496796/-1.32561

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